Inter ior design I I I I I I nter ior design I nter ior design I I nter ior design I nter ior design TRENDS FOR 2020 Denise Monti By Jennifer Marshall | PHOTOS COURTESY OF DENISE MONTI A rcadia is known for many things, including the incredible homes that grace our neighborhoods. As a reflection and extension of the families that occupy those homes, it’s important to stay on top of the latest trends in interior design to keep spaces feeling well-designed, functional and organized. Arcadia News reached out to Scottsdale designer Denise Monti, founder and CEO of D|Monti Interior Design, to talk about what design trends are popular for 2020. Monti has over a decade of experience in high-end residential interiors. What are some unexpected items that people are using to decorate their homes right now? My clients often bring back items from their travels, like a sculpture or a special painting, and they want to decorate around these treasures. Consequently, we can develop a room’s entire theme around a particular piece of art, transforming it into the focal point of the space. And right here in Arizona, we’re surrounded by art galleries full of many types and styles of paintings and sculptures. When it comes to furniture, clients mainly search for high-end pieces that are both unique and captivating. For example, I may find my clients a sofa that, while it looks purely for decoration, is also comfortable, functional and well designed. Or perhaps there’s a floor lamp that looks like a sculpture, yet it bathes the room in soft, usable light. While traditional looks still exist, clients are heading more toward modern style. However, they’re eclectic in their tastes, too, so their style could end up being a variation of the traditional and modern. Remember also that less is more, and decor items and furniture that are unique, compelling and serviceable are what people are seeking right now. What colors are popular in 2020? People are still enjoying light-colored floors, so with the exception of flooring, we’re definitely leaving the grays and the neutral colors behind this year. Going forward, dark colors, like navy blue, and more warm tones are definitely in right now. Red is a powerful color that’s typically used as an accent. Every color is beautiful; it’s all in how you use them. Play with color and experiment with different shades. For example, color can be applied in various combinations to highlight and contrast, such as setting off a dark wall with lighter toned ivory or taupe decorative piece. What’s cooking in kitchen design this year? While people may not cook as much as they once did, they still spend a great deal of time in the kitchen. They really want a nice and welcoming environment for hosting family and friends. We aren’t using as much white as we have in the past, but it’s still there and it’s now being mixed with other

9 colors, like blue. The idea is to achieve a kitchen that’s warm and light, not cold and sterile. Shades of yellow and pastels can support this look – adding a wood table gives the area an organic touch. Tell us about an unusual on-trend design feature for this year? Wallpaper is back. We now have so many nicely done wallpapers that people are embracing this decorating trend once again. How do you help your clients create homes they will love? When I talk to my clients, I remind them that their home has to reflect their individual tastes, what they like and what makes them happy because they’re the ones who will be calling it home, and they need to feel good about how and where they’re living. And a home should always feel comfortable. Choose Arizona Floors for exceptional service and affordable prices on top-name products to beautify and remodel your home. Our team will help and guide you through the entire process from product selection to project completion. Stop by our 4,000 sq. ft. showroom/design center to see our huge selection. • Flooring Installations • Shower Remodeling • Quartz & Granite Counter Tops • Coming in April: Cabinets Free Estimates & Design Consultation Family - owned and operated since 2005 602-230-1222 • arizonafloorsonline.com 1801 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix AZ 85016 Licensed • Bonded • Insured • ROC- 211002 ROC- 242150 Arizona Floors and more, LLC THE VALLEY’S LARGEST SELECTION Luxury Vinyl Plank • Hardwood • Laminate • Carpet • Wood-look Tile