Nuria CuestaLike everything in life, there are passing fashions, eternal fashions and fashions that come back, when you least expect them. Three basics of 70’s and 80’s decor have returned, some more timidly than others. We refer to terrazzo, velvet and gotelé, the latter of which has been so reviled that its return seems uncertain to us, or at least not as deep-rooted as that of terrazzo or velvet.
Terrazzo and its aesthetics are back to stay. If you are thinking of changing the floors in your house, don’t rule out this option, which is winning out in its entirety. But don’t think about terrazzo, as we knew it in its time of decorative splendour. Forget about neutral colours and ranges of greys, blacks and whites; and open your mind to a whole range of brighter and more striking colours.
Furthermore, the return of the terrazzo aesthetic is not only framed for floors, but also leaps to walls and even to kitchen or bathroom countertops. They are perfect, both for interiors and exteriors. And now they are much more aesthetic and their design is much more meticulous than the one we knew in the 70s and 80s. Nostalgia renovated and improved.
The Esmalglass-Ítaca-Fritta Group is already committed to promoting and developing the aesthetics of terrazzo in ceramic finishes. A clear example of this is its body colours, especially prepared for use in the manufacture of porcelain stoneware. This is an option that stands out for its high performance, homogeneity and compatibility in this type of composition, without altering the firing range in any way.
As for the velvet, perhaps it should never have left our thoughts. Its soft touch and visual impact always links well with elegance and serenity. In pastel shades, it is a perfect material to ‘sweeten’ any environment. If you like betting on stronger colours, you should reserve its use for unique pieces, such as an armchair, to provide that personality to that single element, without abusing the velvet in the rest of the room. Velvet has been, is and will be an indispensable basic for decoration lovers.
Other trends that are on the rise in decorative styles are craftsmanship and recycling, because sustainability is not at odds with decoration. It evokes tradition, nature and the essence of life, everything at once. Recovering pieces from our ancestors and giving them the prominence they deserve. No matter how big or small. An antique headboard is unparalleled to a modern piece. A reconverted botijo evokes authenticity.
Each one´s personality, in an individual way, must prevail in our choices when it comes to decorating our home; because passing fashions are not faithful advisors of the most introspective elegance. Do not succumb to trends and defend your own essence.
Nuria Lleó
Carlos Gandía
Nuria Cuesta
Esther Valero
