The January edition of Maison et Objet in Paris serves as a Mecca for all the leading names and faces of the interior and design industry. Like the Spring/Summer catwalk shows of the fashion world, Maison et Objet’s January exhibition sets the interior trends for the year. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the show has established itself as the leader in interior trade fairs across the world. Its sheer vastness and scope is matched only by the variety and high calibre of exhibitors that are on show throughout its many halls.
Each year the MAISON&OBJET Observatory offers a deep reflection on inspirational themes for the upcoming months. There were three main themes in the inspiration part for 2015/2016: Nature made, Human made, Techno made.
NATURE MADE by François Bernard- Life scientists, artists and designers summon the spirit of Mother Nature and dabble in her laws with rather sorcerer-like rituals. Letting chance, experiments and mutations made by these bio-magicians catalyse wondrous things. Thus are born fascinating creations that herald a new generation of objects.
HUMAN MADE by Elizabeth Leriche- The hand, the tool of a new luxury, touches and transforms. From the alphabet of materials to the grammar of technique, the savoir-faire of neo-craftspeople gives shape sensitive and rare objects. These works demonstrate radical singularity beyond their function.
TECHNO-MADE by Vincent Grégoire – Is tomorrow’s designer hiding behind an engineer’s white coat? By designing benevolent machines connected to a digital environment, the new algorithms of contemporary comfort invent an enhanced rapport with the world. And foretell of brand new life experiments that strengthen our well-being and autonomy.
Furthermore, this is what Carra’s experts reported as interior trends for 2015:
Warm Metalics:
Moving on from last year’s copper crush, metallics were spotted everywhere at Maison but this time it’s all about layering shades and eye-catching patterns keeping warm hues at the heart. Flashes of copper and gold sit alongside titanium and sliver slithers, in geometric shapes across soft furnishings and lighting. The dinner table gets a glamorous make-over with warm metallics being seen across tableware, from metallic placemats to warm gold toned cutlery and pastel toned metallic accessories.
Hints of Neon:
This key trend may not appeal to everyone at first but incorporate it where you can as it is set to be a huge hit this year. Hints of neon were found even in the most unlikely of places at Maison, a colourful nod to the 90s the youthful and fun feel of this trend is infectious. Spotted on wallpaper, across furniture and splashed across patterned home accessories; mix and match across shades and patterns to complete the look.
Santorini Blue:
A simple and easy way to bring an instant touch of luxury style to your home is with the Santorini Blue trend. Evoking a modern Mediterranean flavour, the rich blue shade was spotted at many brands and throughout collections. Deep and effortlessly decadent, combine Santorini blue designs with crisp white pieces for a tranquil timeless look. Think about Mediterranean textures like silk and porcelain and use these throughout the interior scheme to bring uniformity. Layer with turquoise or deep purple to bring added depth to any decor.
Natural Materials:
As the rise of Eco Friendly Home Fashion becomes ever more prevalent in the world of interiors we have seen a steady increase in the focus and use of natural materials, and at this year’s Maison show they were a constant theme. A great trend to incorporate into any style of home, natural materials can be combined with almost any other interior style. Pastels and neutral hues are a safe choice; for added interest combine textures from wood to leather to bring a stylised look at home.
Also in line with Vogue’s top picks, we loved Antoinette Poison’s hand painted wallpaper designs:
“Antoinette Poisson dazzled paper lovers when it launched its collection at last year’s Maison & Objet. Specializing in domino papers—which are block-printed and hand-painted wallpapers—its latest design imitates a wall with baroque moldings and glassware—not precise enough for trompe l’oeil—but with a touch of Fornasetti-style surrealism.”
In line with the Santorini Blue, we spotted another shade of blue with petroleum hues which is something definitely worth mentioning.
It was 48 hours of mad rush, many pictures, lots of walking and talking and some cocktail nibbles and mini rose glasses. As always, it was a pleasure. See you soon, Maison & Objet.