color forecast (group 11)
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S A N D R A L U T T C H E N S - V A N A L L E N , C K D D I R E C T O R , I N S P I R E D L E A R N I N G , M A S T E R B R A N D C A B I N E T S
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Style & Color Trends
Color Forecast-High Point 70
Very evident at the High Point Furniture Market A refocus on mid-tones
directional statement for 2012
Color Forecast-CMG / Wood Grains 71
Wood Grains Nature Infusion CMG agrees that their will be a movement away from the very dark to light/medium colors Green influenced Moving away from Red Oak Gray continues to be important
Color Forecast-CMG / Wood Grains 72
Wood Grains with Textural Effect Wirebrushing, sand blasting, saw cut/scraping, edge rasped 3D effects building more interest & sophistication
Wood Grains-Natural Texture
Weathered, reclaimed Sustainable design Leaving wood in its natural state the imperfections become desired & appreciated
CMG Forecast COLOR & SHEEN 73
Brown centered palette Greenish /gray influence, moving away from Red Natural, raw color-Back to the basics, urban rusticity, authenticity
Wanting to be in the city without giving up the outdoors Bleached, soft patina
Sheen Wax finish matte & satin Decline of gloss
CMG-Forecast 74
Looking for distinct, one of a kind looks Value Luxe:
Personalized Environments Affordable Luxury Durability, functionality Value Branding
Mix & Match of material, contrasting gloss & matte, vertical &
Pops of color with neutrals Neutral layering Metallics add complexity
CMG Forecast 75
Brighter, Optimistic colors Consumers are claiming THEIR colors as they are staying in their homes & making them their own. Home is their most personal space