Spring Color and Pattern Trends Sweeping Commercial Interior Design

The First Day of Spring is one of the most transformational moments of the year. We
pack up our winter clothes, open our windows, and let the warm air and floral blooms
shift us towards the mindset of lighter, longer days.

This year, Spring feels a little bit more stressful than usual due to the coronavirus and
our current state of events. Although we will all be spending more time working from
home and less time socializing, design innovations and trends will persist with the
seasonal change.

In welcoming a new Spring, we tend to think about aesthetics and environments

becoming brighter, fresher and bolder. But every Spring is different! What will 2020
hold in terms of colors, patterns and design trends?

We’ve done our research, and we’re excited to share some major trends that are going to
be shaping commercial design this year - from hospitality and offices to everything in
between.

Three Spring Color Trends Leading the Way for 2020

Bright and bold color choices will dominate this season:

In keeping with Spring tradition, we’re seeing bright and bold colors trend this season.
Statement colors such as scarlet red, chive green, coral pink and saffron yellow have all
made an appearance in architectural projects, product design, and even across ​fashion
runways​. Three months into 2020, we’re also seeing ​Pantone’s​ Color of the Year, ​Classic
Blue​, achieve mainstream popularity in almost every facet of pop culture and design.
Two-tone color combinations create a cohesive yet funky feeling:

In accordance with our bright and colorful trend, many spaces are being designed with
two-tone colors. Two-tone design typically involves ​pairing a light and airy shade with a
darker color to help ground the room. For example, Chive Green can be paired with a
Pastel Green to create a digestible yet energizing environment. Designing in two-tone is
the latest iteration of color blocking, which many designers will know was invented in the
1940’s and has been revived in the age of Instagram.

Natural color combinations are everywhere:

While statement colors are making quite the splash this Spring, there’s certainly another
major trend shaping design: natural color combinations. As the world continues to grow
more chaotic due to current events, we’re seeing a prevalence in color groupings that
stimulate relaxation and provide a sense of escape for visitors. Natural color
combinations this Spring involve light beiges, blues, greens, grays and purples. This is in
keeping with Zeftron’s Serenity Spa ​color trends prediction​, and creates the ideal
environment for healthcare spaces where calm and serenity are needed most.
 Spring Pattern Trends Taking Over 2020

Biophilic patterns mimic nature and promote relaxation:

Biophilic design​, or the practice of incorporating more nature into space, color and
shape, is taking interior design by storm. The evidence is clear that biophilic design
stimulates happier feelings and more productive tendencies among building occupants.
So if you’re a fan of the biophilic trend, you’re in luck! We’re seeing it reflected in this
year’s biggest Spring patterns across ​carpets​, wallpapers, and fabrics. Examples include
repeating lines, dots, and wave patterns that mimic nature expression.

Neon tropics create a bright and eye-catching aesthetic:

Bold colors, abstract design and overlapping imagery are combined in one of the most
memorable design trends of this season: neon tropics. This bright trend embodies many
designers’ goal to create something memorable and unique for their clients that feels
like a one-of-a-kind experience. We’ll be seeing ​neon tropics​ replicated as statement
pieces such as carpets, wall paper, and upholstery across hospitality spaces this Spring.

Mix and match geometric patterns create intrigue:

The final major pattern trend that is sweeping Spring 2020 design is mix + match
geometry. This niche, eye-catching pattern is a combination of biophilic influences
mixed with color blocking. This pattern can be utilized as an accent or as an
all-encompassing aesthetic for a space, to create something that feels intrinsically 2020.

With so much uncertainty in the air this Spring, and the unknown state of our industry
in the next few months, focusing on trending colors and patterns is a great way to infuse
inspiration into this season.

In particular, color and pattern trends this Spring are pointing the way towards unique,
bold and authentic spaces that tell a story. How are you planning to incorporate these
trends in your commercial designs this year?

Let us know your thoughts by tagging us on social at @ZeftronNylon.