12 trends in home decor and design

The 2022 ASID report notes homeowners are getting connected: Lighting systems, home alarms and digital thermostats are going mainstream as the tech becomes easier to use. According to ASID, most homes now have at least one or two smart items. By 2023, it projects more than half will have three or more.

For the latest in paint, look up! Your ceilings are an often-neglected canvas. Carefully paint just to the top edge of the walls, or bring the contrast colour down a few centimetres and separate from the wall colour with some trim or moulding.

If you still have popcorn-textured ceiling hanging around, now’s the time to remove it. Then choose the right ceiling paint in a fun, bold colour.

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Source: Family Handyman