Spice up your homes with these most sought after styles of interiors that people are looking out for in 2017.

1.Modernist


Townhouse furniture and artworks selected by Shelley McRae

Highly functional – the designer works to reduce the elements to only what is essential to the client’s lifestyle. Mix up unusual combinations of materials for interesting detail.  It’s is about free – flowing space that encourages sociability. The modern and aesthetic is conceived from a social movement post world war to remove superficial decoration. Letting the purpose of the space and the forms needed speak the loudest. What’s gorgeous about modernism is that it’s the equivalent of a well-tailored suit. It is a style that presents itself in a sharp balance with a well-defined silhouette.

2. Minimalist

Apartment by Shelley McRae

Emphasis is on the volume of space. Maximize available space with simple detailing devoid of decoration to achieve a space that imbues the client with serenity.  First rule is eliminating clutter to create a sleek interior.

Often utilizing reduced block forms and floating walls.  The interior envelope is a back drop that enables the pieces of artwork and views to stand out. Interiors don’t get in the way and offer a sense of serenity because they provide everything you need and nothing that you don’t. Streamlined, with a calm color palette. This look is sexy – end of story.

3. New Traditionalist

Lobby development sketch by Shelley McRae

A love for the past combined with modern living.  Done with a freedom to mix period design styles. A big focus on comfort but also pieces that feel like they come from another age formal furniture that is classic style. Evokes phrases like elegance and grandeur.

4. Coastal Modern

Beach Villa Majlis development sketch by Shelley McRae

Beach Chic – relaxed simple forms, exquisite materials, neutral tones & textures – this style brings a natural sensuality to a space- nothing looks like hard work. Effortless chill spaces .Peace out everyone!  This is the new generation of luxury.  It isn’t about glitz at all…it’s about the freedom to create and capture that down time vibe.

5. Iconoclastic

Foyer by Shelley McRae & Artline Interiors

These clients are rule breakers- designers who do things that go against the establishment like an artist with an unorthodox style free spirited, finding aesthetic in doing things differently. I love this style because it comes with a bold confidence and a wild heart. It’s passion not pretension. A rock star attitude.

6. Globe trotter

Sake Room by Shelley McRae

A nomadic state of mind, or perhaps tied to the identity of the client’s country of origin with a desire to express the heart and soul of their origins. In their homes this style is achieved by bringing back objects from around the world and adding them to an interior to injecting a different vibe recalling another place.  It’s about nostalgia and storytelling.

Written by: Shelley McRae

Shelley McRae is design director and partner at McRae Oliveira.

A world class interior designer, Shelley has been delivering Interiors in Qatar for over 6 years.