#maximalism

#maximalism

The optimistic 1980s were quite the eccentric decade. It was the era of leg warmers, vigorous aerobics, and some of the most iconic movies ever made. It was also the time of kooky and opposing kitchen design trends. On one side were the brown-centered kitchens, still reminiscent of the '70s, embracing consistency and earthy tones. On the other side of the spectrum were kitchens exploding with funky neon colors. In the middle stood country-style white kitchens with bold pops of color.

Her choice? San Francisco designer Ken Fulk, whose style she described as louche with a little too much velvet. That style is on display at Saint Joseph's Arts Society, which Fulk founded in 2018, turning the former Romanesque church into a glamorous, massive art space south of Market. Looking around on September 12th, the opening night of La Pocha Nostra's The Other Art World, it seems that for Fulk, there is no such thing as too much velvet.

Earthy tones and muted hues may be having a moment (just look at 2025's colors of the year so far!), but bright colors are always a timeless choice for interiors. Zesty oranges, vibrant teals, sunny yellows, and punchy pinks bring life, energy, and character into any home while suiting many design aesthetics. After years of "beige on beige" and " millennial gray " interiors, bright color palettes are becoming increasingly popular as people look to create spaces that feel personal and packed with personality.

Seven years ago, grocery dairy sections transformed from monotonous white Greek yogurt cups to colorful, whimsical designs led by Chobani's rebranding efforts.

Helen Anthony's FW25 collection showcases a maximalist menswear approach that blends high craftsmanship with bold designs, merging influences of culture and sustainability.

I'm born and brought up in India, where more means more. We are not a 'minimalist' country, and neither are our apps or digital products. Our markets or bazaars are noisy, crowded, with posters and billboards screaming for attention.

"The building itself was kind of a masterpiece... details you can't recreate - hand-carving, original hardware, and coffered ceilings."

Diane von Furstenberg has effectively combined the realms of maximalism and minimalism, offering shoppers both bold patterns and refined staples that appeal to diverse tastes.