The 1960s were all about being free and enjoying the world around you. Unfortunately, some of that indifferent attitude also entered home design. The ‘60s really saw the rise of bright, bold patterns scattered across a room. After all, it was a time to live, so why not make their houses as crazy as possible?
Unfortunately, those bright, floor-to-ceiling patterns aren’t a long-lasting decision. Not only are you bound to get dizzy after a few months of looking at that every day, but it also makes it difficult to create a comfortable, cohesive space.
Get Rid of the Shag
While shag carpets feel wonderful under your bare feet, they are also somewhat of a disaster to actually maintain. They tend to be fairly expensive, and they are prone to unraveling over time, thereby leaving loose pieces of carpet all over your house. It can be an absolute nightmare.
In addition, shag carpets tend to capture more dirt and debris and are more difficult to clean. Shag carpets are not even recommended to people with allergies for this very reason. Is the added comfort really worth the cost of both your health and a clean home? And forget about doing this in a warm climate.
Sole Window
This building stands strong with all its might, but if you take a closer look, you’ll spot the one and only window on the side. There’s a definite Being John Malkovich vibe to this construction.
Who installed that lonely little window? And why? Another architectural fail with a fascinating backstory we’re dying to know.
The Futuristic Look
If you’re stuck in the present, you really shouldn’t try to live in the future. Unfortunately, these interior designers didn’t get the memo. Some designers opt for chrome finishes and sculpted side tables to really bring out that futuristic look.
The pieces never combine well with each other and the overall aesthetic is sterile and cold, rather than futuristic. If you’re aiming for a futuristic look, why not try something industrial instead?
This Pink Isn't Cute Anymore
There are an unlimited number of home trends from prior decades that need to go. However, millennial pink is a newer trend that needs to go in the trash. At first, the bubblegum-pink color brightened a space and added a bit of fun.
But now, it has gone too far. Pink isn’t a color that can stand the test of time. After a few weeks in your blush-colored pad, you’ll be sick of seeing pink everywhere you go. New tones like yellow and muted greens have the potential to endure as a design decision. It’s time to make the switch.