Wallpaper Design Development

Using the images I developed I've started arranging them into patterns using Photoshop.

Even more development (updated 12.12.2011)

Photoshop Editing Continued

Using one develoment sketch I experimented with Photoshop effects.

Development Sketches Continued

Using my research on trends, colours and wall art I drew up some more sketches developing my ideas further using pattern, colour and depth in my designs.

Wall Art

I did some research on Digital wall art to consider the possibility of creating a large format pattern that doesn't lose the impact of the design through repetition. These patterns are large format and I'd like to design patterns using these as an influencing factor. Images taken from UK wallpaper website. There are some more examples in my research package.

Job Searching for Skills

I did a search online from various websites and found 16 interior design jobs ranging from senior to junior positions. I have deduced a list of popular skills employers are looking for.

AutoCAD – 14/16

Vectorwork – 3/16

3d visualisation – 4/16

Hand drawing – 4/16

Google Sketchup – 4/16

Photoshop – 3/16

Others including; MCIAT, Artlantis, Cinema 4D, all Microsoft systems.

Knowledge based skills include specific industries including retail, hospital. Design trends, building regulations.

Other skills include; ability to create internal details, conceptual space planning, general space planning, knowledge of materials and interior finishes, numerically and grammatically literate, experience, project management, multi-tasking, motivated, communication skills, team player, design qualification, driver’s license.

AutoCAD seems to be the most sought after skill with a variety of other skills specific to how that company works.

Looking at Interior Trends

Information is taken from Trend Bible

Trends for Autumn/Winter 2011/2012

Alpine charm

A twist on tradition by mixing colour palettes and textures for a festive Scandinavian look.

Inspired by ski lodges to create a cosy warm hub away from the cold.

Fairisle knits, patterned textiles and pale wood

Iconic winter images of snowflakes, snow peaked mountains

Mix of bold and graphic prints

Thistle purple, mushroom grey, warm wood, salmon pink

Red and white rugs

Throws and cushions

Geographique

Mismatch of pattern and texture

Exotic and familiar, exciting and comforting, foreign and local

Patchworked and pieced

Geometic  jacquards and knits

Aysmetric shapes, colour blocking and highly patterned surfaces

Happy, upbeat look for winter.

Home Trends: Spring/Summer 2012 Preview

Home Trends: Autumn Winter 2012/13

Colour and Wallpaper Trends for 2012

I’ve being doing a little bit of research into current trends to help my professional development and the designs for this project.

Wallpaper Trends

Information gathered from; Resene the paint the professionals use.

Sophisticated patterns.

Coordinates colours, textures and fabrics

Making a statement

Feature walls (key trend)

Bold patterns

Interesting textures

Paintable papers

Botanicals (locally inspired)

Large silhouettes – pure glamour

Dainty flowers – dainty sophistication

Wind rustled bamboo and larger than life leaves

“When wallpaper first started coming in it was very floral,” says Sarah, “because women were the ones who were using it. Now there are some that are really quite masculine, like bricks and tiles, even schist. There are some quite geometrical patterns as well.”

Metallic; gold, copper, rich bronze and silver. Cream and pearl.
Intricate patterns, tone on tone, subdued look for busy patterns

Geometric patterns and vivid colours for strong vibrant energy but not overpowering.

Detailed designs – classic or retro inspired vintage floral and motif

Stripes bold and softly elegant tones

Grey juxtaposed with contemporary hues like orange, turquoise, mustard green, and salsa red

Textures like flock – large floral or damask design

Striped, retro optic patterns

“That’s an excellent reason for using these wallpapers,” says Sarah. “You get that texture. Whereas sometimes, when you do a scheme of wallpaper, it’s still quite flat. Just like you might use different gloss levels to make your paint scheme interesting, textured wallpaper adds interest. Textures are really good for walls that aren’t good enough to be painted, that don’t have a level 4 finish.”

Textures like Grasscloth for sustainability and warmth

Earthy tones, natural mid-beige, muddy red, creams, whites, grassy greens and browns, blacks and chocolate browns. 

Hint of glitter.

Uncoloured. Embossed wallpapers

“It’s the perfect way to subtly change the texture of the wall,” says Sarah. “Just pop on an Anaglypta and paint over it.”

Murals and wall art









Some more examples;

Pantone Colour Trends 2012/13


Information taken from Do It Design.

Sophisticated

Neutral pallet

Folded and sculptural shapes

Intriguing texture

Luminous finishes

Nature inspired motifs

Focal statement

Wallpaper for depth

Wood

Natural elements

Accents