WIN! Designing for Africa at Decorex SA 2019

African style and homegrown comforts are the inspiration for the Decorex SA 2019 theme: Designing for Africa – feels like home.

Decorex SA creative director Anita Bloom said the theme taps into the crucial moment in the evolution of technology experienced both globally and here at home.

“The incredible advances in artificial intelligence, virtual augmented realities and 3D printing are about to transform every aspect of our lives. And in response to the imminent digital revolution we are re-focusing on what it means to be human, and this is taking us back to our African roots,” said Bloom.

Check out these exciting trends to look out for:

1. Getting a feel for it
The average human interacts with a digital surface over 1000 times a day. This constant technological interaction leaves us craving a tactile experience with soft, porous surfaces that breathe life. Walls, fabrics and even counter tops are taking on a more tactile sensation through ceramic tiles, 3D printing and textured paint. New interior design materials – including grounded tiles, recycled plastics and materials – with more traditional materials such as marble and granite are all finding their place.

2. Rugs as wall art
Statement rugs are now moving from the floor to the wall, with quality fabrics and enchanting designs taking their righteous place in a visually captivating space. Draw the room together with a textured, hand-woven rug.

3. Reinventing the arch 
The traditional arch-style from the 1970’s has been reinvented in entrance hallways, walkways and alcoves providing a soft space for the presentation of signature décor items.

4. Maximilism 
There’s room for layering in 2019 as colour, patterns and texture combine in one fuller décor trend. Pre-conceived ‘clashing’ colours, vibrant patterns and deeper hues are all allowed in maximilism…but in small doses.

5. Putting the ‘room’ in bathroom 
Merely utilitarian no more, the bathroom is an extended living space with personalised décor, upholstered seating, cushions and clusters of pendant lighting creating a soft sanctuary. This is now a room to de-stress and unwind, away from the demands of work and even home life.

Decorex SA 2019 Durban will be happening at the Durban Exhibition Centre from March 21 – 24 at the following times: Friday – 10am–8pm; Thursday, Saturday and Sunday – 10am–6pm. Ticket prices for adults are R95, students/pensioners are R85 and kids U12 are R20.

WIN a set of five double tickets to go to Decorex!

To enter, go to The North Coast Courier Facebook page and follow the instructions.

Good luck!

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