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Over the years, interior design trends have been used to help designers and homeowners in upgrading their homes. Once the interior appearance has been achieved then people find some sort of inner peace. Think about the ancient Chinese art of feng shui where the arrangement and positioning of furniture pieces and even the whole house correspond with energy flow. The use of colors and geometric patterns, for instance, helps in mimicking the harmony of nature. There are even several studies conducted that show the significance of interior appearance to the total well-being of the homeowners.

This year, experts have predicted some of the design trends. For example, many have seen the rise of earthy colors, such as brown, as well as nature-inspired accents and surfaces. While others long for a cozy and warm room interior. Whatever, the trends are this year, the most important thing is that homeowners are able to enjoy staying in their homes. 

Shades of brown

If you will check the color wheel or other color references, you will notice that there are different shades of brown. But what shade is the most appropriate to use? Many experts say that chocolate browns, camels, and caramels are back. We have seen them in the 70s and this time there won’t be any mixing with orange. These shades of brown were chosen as they are close to the hues found in nature. Try to experiment with neutral colors so that your home will have that look that is close to the environment. 

Nature-inspired objects and surfaces

Since the start of the COVID 19 pandemic, most people preferred staying indoors. Being exposed to nature eventually diminished. Unless you have your own garden or nature-inspired rooms. Think stoneware, marble, terracotta, and travertine to be used in furniture pieces and decorative objects. 

Sculptures and Curved furniture pieces

Many experts believe that a curved form is safe, friendly, and welcoming. As such, furniture pieces with softer shapes and angles are still in this year. This is also true when it comes to architecture. 

Elevated outdoor furniture

With the COVID 19 alert level lowering in the whole Metro and even the whole country, many are now going out of their sanctuaries to enjoy the outdoors. The best way to enjoy this opportunity is to decorate the patio, backyard, or garage with sophisticated and refined furniture pieces. 

Multi-purpose rooms

While many have received COVID 19 vaccines, we should not be too complacent as the threat is still at large. Our living spaces continue to be used for various reasons. Many are still working at home and certain rooms may need to be transformed as the need arises. For instance, the dining room can be used as a conference room, the living room as the home office, and the bedroom as a private meeting room. Decorate them in such a way that they will be conducive to whatever purpose they may serve. Personalize them if you can with wall decors like personalized framed posters. 

Vintage-themed rooms

Just hearing the word vintage means a lot of things. It may mean something classic, old, nostalgic, and others. From the point of view of design, vintage items influence the direction of the room. You can choose any decorative item that will bring back memories. Classic art, for instance, can tell stories of the past and of the artist. Black and white photos arranged on the walls in any layout can tell stories about yourself, family, or friends. 

When it comes to appearance and effects on the room, classical artwork brings life to any living space. In fact, there are effects that cannot be observed from other forms of art. As many of us are probably aware, the choice of art that you display in your room reflects your personality and taste. With classical art displayed in your home, you will be able to bring harmony, proportion, and beauty to a plain and simple-looking room. Modern art has different characteristics and was created from a different period. Just like classical art, modern art evokes wonderful effects on the walls when displayed. 

What is Classical Art?

Classical Art refers to artworks that were created during the classical period. The term Classicism refers to artworks created by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Many experts also categorize classic artwork as one of the ancient arts or called either Greek or Roman art. 

The art is diverse and can be seen in temples and many public establishments. Classic art often featured the gods, famous figures, or celebrated a victory. Classic art is also important to many historians as many of them refer to the art to study the lives of past societies and cultures. 

It has been recorded that the classical period lasted for several centuries and up to this day, the classical styles receive respect and reverence. The period started in the Archaic period in the 8th century BC. This continued until the Roman period of the 1st century BC to the 2nd century AD. 

During that period, artworks were created in other parts of the world. However, they do not have the style that was observed in Greek and Roman art. 

Many of the world-renowned artwork and architecture are from the classical period. Examples of these are the Parthenon, Colosseum, and Trevi Fountain.

How about Modern Art?

Modern art is artworks that were created during the modernist period between 1860 to 1970. The styles were dominant during the 20th century, a period when the world of art saw change and development.

There are many styles in modern art but it generally encompasses the movements and philosophies of art produced during this period. Modern art movements are usually associated with their rebellion against the traditional ways of art. Artists often throw out classical and earlier styles and embraced the spirit of experimentation. 

There are also subcategories of art that fall under modern art. These include Impressionism, Fauvism, Art Deco, Primitivism, Constructivism, Cubism, Abstraction, Expressionism, Pop Art, Futurism, Dadaism, Bauhaus, Die Brucke, Surrealism, and others. 

Some differences between the two

In terms of differences, there are many that can be said about classical and modern art. The classical period lasted for hundreds of years and was revisited by the Renaissance and neoclassical periods. On the other hand, the modern art period was quite short and known to have lasted in less than a century. Although the period was relatively short, the evolution is impactful along with the rapid development of technology, the art has greatly influenced many cultures.

Classic art is usually associated with the wealthiest and most influential people of society. Many of them are still seen in various public buildings. Private art was limited to the wealthy and many arts depict religious figures and the portrait of the wealthy and influential people. 

In contrast with modern art, it focused on the ideas and feelings of the artists. Artworks were basically means of self-expression. 

Classical art mainly features scenes, inspires devotion, or tells mythological or religious stories. Modern artworks have no definite meaning, purpose, or story behind them at all.