2017 Trends

Experts predict what's hot — and not — for home design in 2017

Does your house feature a decorative sign that lets your friends and family know that they are, in fact, "home"? If it does, or if you have a "cucina" sign in your kitchen or a "family" plaque reminding everyone what they're a part of, 2017 might be the time to let it go.

Zillow Digs and a cadre of interior design experts have released their annual decree of what's in and out when it comes to home trends for the upcoming year, and quote art is on the "ditch" list. It joins two other trends that were, until recently, considered home decor must-haves: cool grays and industrial furniture.

"The quote art trend is overdone, and a fad that will be forgotten quickly in 2017," declares Zillow. "Rather than decorating with words or clichéd sayings, homeowners will start to incorporate artwork reminiscent of the colors and textures found in nature."

Gray tones are also overplayed, having gone from sophisticated to safe and spurring homeowners to crave pops of color instead.

In 2017, those colors will be jewel tones and the texture will be velvet. Zillow Digs points to velvet's resurgence in the fashion world, meaning we'll soon see it encasing everything from pillows to sofas. Saturated colors such as emerald green and sapphire blue will star in artwork and furniture, "bringing life and richness to homes."

Marble will help balance out all this vibrant luxury, appearing in the form of countertops, flooring, tabletops, and even serving platters and vases.

But don't worry about marble clashing with your reclaimed wood dining table or stainless steel kitchen stools — soon you'll be seeing steampunk-inspired furniture everywhere instead. Zillow Digs defines this upcoming trend as "a unique hybrid of Victorian-inspired elegance boasting rich leather and plush fabrics, combined with machine-like accents for a modern twist."

And if you styled a bar cart this year, start planning to upgrade. Built-in bars are making a comeback, with homeowners looking for more a permanent focal point for their entertaining.

Velvet will show up everywhere from pillows to sofas.

Photo courtesy of Isola Homes

Velvet will show up everywhere from pillows to sofas.

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Gallery News

New exhibition at Dallas Center for Photography is all about the ladies

Dina Goldstein

Mother by Dina Goldstein

A new exhibition at the Dallas Center for Photography spotlights women in photography: Called Hold Up Half the Sky, it features work created by women from diverse backgrounds and geographies, and will debut at DCP's community gallery, at 4756 Algiers St. on June 10.

The exhibit includes works by 42 women from around the globe, with images that tell stories, consider our planet, and the journey of women in today’s world.

The juror for Hold Up Half the Sky is Aline Smithson, a visual artist known for her conceptual portraiture. She sought work by all women regardless of age, experience, education, race, sexual orientation, or location, with the goal of creating an exhibition that reflected a broad array of approaches to creating photographs.

Prizes have been awarded to first, second, and third place.

Smithson says in a statement that she's excited to celebrate and shine a light on women in photography.

"Today, women are commanding significant recognition for their profound storytelling and ways of seeing and understanding the world," Smithson says. "Our stories are important, and our photographs reflect an expanded and exciting time in photography. We’ve created an exhibition that reflects a broad array of approaches."

Hold Up Half the Sky will be open to the public through Saturday, July 1. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Friday from 11 am-5 pm and by appointment at info@dallascenterforphotography.org, or by calling 214-630-4909.

DCP will celebrate the photographers who have been selected for this juried competition and exhibition at an opening reception on Saturday, June 10 from 6-8 pm. This event is free and open to all, but RSVPs are required; RSVP here.

Dallas Center for Photography is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission is to serve as a focal point for photography through education, mentorship, exhibitions, and community outreach, and to establish North Texas as a national leader in the art of photography.

DCP’s year-long dedication to women in photography is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, Dogwood Commercial Real Estate, MEXZIM Construction Services, and Photo Chick’s Boutique presented by Arlington Camera.

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