Your weekly guide to the events and happenings in and around Boyertown, PA

What to do? Where to go? Here is your one stop list of community events, music, arts, food, business specials, and historic events for Boyertown and beyond…

As a Boyertown graduate, a real estate agent at Glocker Realty, and also a proud member of Building a Better Boyertown, I have had the joy of watching our little town grow. I enjoy having any part in helping our community to move forward. I hope this weekly blog will help shine a light on all the great things happening in and around Boyertown, PA

Here is what’s going down during the week of 1/6/2022 – 1/12/2022

OUT WITH THE OLD & IN WITH THE NEW: HOME TRENDS FOR 2022

With the start of every new year comes predictions, from all facets of life, of what we can expect from our future trip around the sun. Since my profession is real estate, I find myself getting reeled in to all the new and upcoming home trends. Now I certainly understand that nobody has a crystal ball, so I incorporate what I see in my day-to-day life with what the “experts” are foretelling. This way I can make an informed and reasonable grasp of the future.

In this week’s blog I am concentrating on home design trends. Renovation and design are a big part of home ownership and renting. It is always nice to design your space to reflect your personality, but sometimes it helps to find ideas and direction. A good place to start is by looking at the trends that interior designers suggest will be fresh for the new year and what trends are fading away. As usual, some I agree with and some I’m not so sure about. Don’t worry if your home design fits into the “out” category. Home trends don’t go away overnight. Also, if you like your design, that is what matters most. Remember these are all just predictions. Only time will tell what the future holds. Let’s see what home design trends might unfold in 2022…

Out With the Old – Not every look that reigned supreme in 2021 will carry over to 2022. Not to say that any design choices are objectively good or objectively bad. These are just the trends designers think they’ll be saying goodbye to sooner rather than later.

1. Open Concept Homes – “While open concept design plans were a great idea a few years ago, we now know that privacy is a huge part of any design to accommodate the new challenges we are facing every day. Working from home while the children are attending school from the dining room table can make for a very eventful day at the office with an open concept floor plan. More and more, we are understanding that our homes must fit our lifestyle and be fully functional for years to come.” – Michelle Martel, designer and stylist in Montreal

2. Cheap Replicas – “Savvy shoppers and DIYers are finding great well-made vintage pieces and reupholstering or painting them to bring them a fresh look.” – Larina Kase, founder of Larina Kase Interior Design in Philadelphia

3. Shiplap – “Once a hot trend, shiplap is going by the wayside. Unless you live in an actual farmhouse, you may want to consider a faux finish, or better yet, wallpaper.” – Jennifer Markowitz, founder of JNR Designs on Long Island

4. All-White Kitchens – “In 2022, I believe we will see kitchens trending away from all white, and instead, we will see the addition of more natural elements and color in the kitchen. Even darker colors like a deep green have already been showing up as a trend.” – Marlaina Teich, owner and founder of Marlaina Teich Designs on Long Island

5. All-Gray Interiors – “I think that all gray interiors with no personality are over. People want their interiors to feel welcoming like a warm embrace. They want to see bits of their past and the things that they love. Color and prints make you feel happy, and that’s what we all need for 2022.” – Kerri Pilchik, founder of Kerri Pilchik Design in Ridgewood, New Jersey

6. Cramped Home Offices – “I think the home office in a closet will go away now that it’s relatively safer to spread our wings and work. With one or more adults who were once working from home heading back to the office, kids heading back to school and workouts happening outside of the home, dedicated offices are back.” – Leah Alexander, founder of Beauty is Abundant in Atlanta

7. Boho Style – “After a year-plus of living life in yoga pants and ponytails, I think people are ready to feel ‘put-together’ again. Same goes for their homes. I think come 2022, more refined and structured interiors are going to be the thing. Time to polish up!” – Amanda Thompson, founder of ALine Studio in New York City

8. Mosaic Tiles – “Mosaic floors had their moment until people started spending more time at home and opted for creating more consistent, clean, and serene spaces that were low-maintenance and easy on the eyes. Mosaic flooring is being replaced with larger tiles and materials that are easier to clean and blend into the overall soothing and welcoming feeling that a clean space offers.” – Adam Meshberg, founder and CEO of The Meshberg Group in NYC and Miami

9. Waterfall Kitchen Islands – “Waterfall kitchen islands feel done in my opinion. They have seen their heyday and are passing out of popularity because they can often make a kitchen feel too cold and not inviting.” – Kalah Talancy, principal at KT2 Design Group in Boston

10. Harsh Metals – “For years, bold metal finishes have been a popular choice to evoke a clean and ultra-modern aesthetic. I recently visited the stunning De Castelli showroom in Milan and was inspired by all the hand-patinated, brushed, and satin finishes, and unexpected colors like blushes, deep rust colors, and even steely blues that give warmth to an otherwise sterile material. I foresee these contemporary metals replacing the harsher finishes of the past and am excited to see innovative applications to accent walls, room dividers, tables, and bar and kitchen cabinetry.” – Sara Ianniciello, director of design at Whitehall Interiors in New York City

New for Twenty Two – From new color palettes to unique furniture choices, if your new year’s resolution is to give your home a serious makeover, this is the perfect place to get inspired. Let’s see what the designers have in store for the new year.

1. Curved Furnishings – “2022 will show more focus on furniture being artwork in its own right. Furniture is becoming more refined and is about the marrying of form with function. Think softer curves that show off like a beautiful naked back. People are looking for comfortability along with fun, cool and/or striking pieces that make a space look interesting and memorable.” – Linda Hayslett, founder of LH.Designed

2. Decorative Cabinetry – “I think (and hope) that 2022 is the year more creative cabinetry styles will go mainstream. If you’re going for a more contemporary look, I always suggest something a little different, like a vertical paneled door detail or a flat-panel style with a really unique piece of hardware.” – Kate Lester, founder of Kate Lester Interiors

3. Sustainable Practices – “Sustainability is the new sexy – and, in 2022, we predict consciously-designed and responsibly-manufactured products to be at the forefront of every home. From building materials to furniture, consumers are looking to adopt more innovative products that are designed from the start with sustainability in mind. Next year and beyond, we see widespread adoption of green technology in residential interiors. From smart thermostats to innovative recycled water systems, homeowners will not only be more conscious of their consumption but will also actively look to reduce their energy and water usage. Sustainability doesn’t have to mean sacrificing beautiful design. In 2022, we predict a surge of colorful and bold sustainable materials and products that will force us to reimagine what sustainable design is and can be.” – Georgie Smith and Hilary Gibbs, founders of recycled tile company LIVDEN

4. Loads of Texture – “We’ll definitely be seeing an uptick in texture in 2022—the more, the better! There will be more soft velvets and boucle fabrics mixed with woven furniture and sisal carpets. These elements help add warmth, creating an inviting space.” – Andi Morse, founder of Morse Design.

5. Parisian-Inspired Interiors – “This year, we’re going to see modern interpretations of Parisian-inspired designs as a popular home trend. The intersection of color and materials will be a focal point here, with pastels and metallics coming together to create an inviting space. By bringing in design pieces made of translucent materials, like colored glass and iridescent crystal, they can create a glowing effect when you place them in an area of the home with plenty of natural light. It’s a nice way to brighten up the space and create a dreamy, warm atmosphere typical of Parisian culture.” – Kelley Carter, Bloomingdales’ Home Fashion Director

6. Fun Foyers – “One of my favorite new trends for 2022 is fun in the foyer. It’s the first room people see when they come to your home, so don’t be afraid to make it amazing! From vintage rugs to books and baskets, aim to create a styled but welcoming vibe.” – Hillary Stamm, founder of HMS Interiors

7. Nature-Inspired Hues – “The new neutrals for home colors are actual nature colors. The past couple of years, people have had to spend more time outdoors, where the colors are always calming and never too stark, bright or loud. 2022 will see more designs bringing in those muted nature colors such as leafy greens, bark browns, ocean and sky blues, sandy beiges, cloudy whites, and more into the home.” – Linda Hayslett, founder of LH.Designed

8. Vintage & Reclaimed – “With the massive shipping delays and increased raw material prices we’ve seen as of late, vintage pieces have become even more desirable. I’ve seen some stunning vintage pieces brought back to life with new upholstery and a little refinishing. Nothing like a global pandemic to force our hand into getting even more creative.” – Lauren Meichtry, founder of Elise Home

9. Closed Floor Plans – “The pandemic has impacted every facet of life but especially our homes. More and more time spent at home creates the need for privacy within. A big part of our job today is creating niches and nooks that feel calm and private. We’re adding walls and openings more often than we are knocking them down. The additional design opportunities are a bonus, The more closed rooms, the more creative you can be. One large open floor plan often relies heavily on neutrals and repetition to not overwhelm the eye, while a more closed floor plan has natural transition points that help a big design moment feel contained.” – Caroline Turner, founder of Caroline Turner Interiors

10. Indoor-Outdoor Living – “Homeowners are putting more investment into their exterior spaces than ever before. Homeowners are moving pools, outdoor kitchens, firepits, and extensive seating and dining to the top of their wish lists. In warmer climates, indoor spaces extend out to patios for indoor-outdoor living, often doubling the square footage of a home’s eating and entertaining areas. Installing bi-folding and sliding doors that span the full width of a wall can help you seamlessly connect to the outdoors, while large windows are a better option in climates with four seasons.” – Jean Brownhill, founder of Sweeten

For design help: Interior designer & decor store owner Monique Becker of Becker Home in Boyertown

For vintage & unique decor items: M&B Design Company in Boyertown, Barn Fresh Vintage Market in Gilbertsville, RustnSuch Vintage in Oley.

LET’S TAKE A CLOSER LOOK at your community each week on “The Cast at Glocker”! Matt Green & Jeff Frederick interview local entrepreneurs and those involved in helping the Boyertown area communities. You can catch us every Wednesday at 6pm as we livestream at the Glocker Realty & Insurance Facebook and YouTube pages. Join us live, comment, post questions, and be part of the conversation!

You can watch previous interviews of The Cast at Glocker here: The Cast at Glocker playlist

EVENTS LIST

TUESDAY 1/11/2022

Trivia Tuesday – Doc’s Irish Pub, Gilbertsville 8pm
Spider-Man: No Way Home (movie) – The State Theatre, Boyertown

WEDNESDAY 1/12/2022

Q&A with Kendra and Autumn (facebook live) – Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles 2-2:15pm
The Cast at Glocker (facebook live) – Glocker Realty & Insurance 6-7pm
Spider-Man: No Way Home (movie) – The State Theatre, Boyertown

“If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. If you look at what you don’t have in life, you’ll never have enough.” – Oprah Winfrey

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What’s Going Down in Boyertown? (home trends)

Your weekly guide to the events and happenings in and around Boyertown, PA

Here is what’s going down during the week of 1/6/2022 – 1/12/2022

OUT WITH THE OLD & IN WITH THE NEW: HOME TRENDS FOR 2022

EVENTS LIST

THURSDAY 1/6/2022

FRIDAY 1/7/2022

SATURDAY 1/8/2022

SUNDAY 1/9/2022

MONDAY 1/10/2022

TUESDAY 1/11/2022

WEDNESDAY 1/12/2022

“If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. If you look at what you don’t have in life, you’ll never have enough.” – Oprah Winfrey

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