Each year we see a shift in interior design trends — from changes in design styles and themes, to materials and trending color palettes. While a neutral, minimalist look has reigned supreme for quite a while, the design world is seeing new trends emerging that stray from this modern style. This summer’s design trends are all about embracing the use of certain color palettes, as well as drawing inspiration from a variety of stylistic influences. 

Selecting Art for Interior Design

Art plays an important role in the styling of a space, whether it’s a finishing touch, or the main focal point of a room. While your taste in art is deeply personal, you can choose pieces that you like in a particular style, color or medium to complement a certain interior design style. Beyond choosing works that inspire you and move you, consider choosing wall art with the design of your space in mind.

Summer Design Trends

We’ve rounded up some of this summer’s most popular design trends and art to match. If you’re wondering where to buy art online, the Zatista collection contains thousands of original art pieces to choose from, no matter your personal taste or style. 

Nautical Art

Nautical interior design is inspired by sail boats and coastal living. The nautical theme uses ocean-inspired shades such as blue and white, as well as sailing inspired materials and patterns such as rope and stripes. Art featuring the sea or boat-themed motif are great selections for a nautical-inspired space. Consider an ocean oil painting or sailboat painting. Bring the ocean into your home with art featuring deep blue tones if you’d like to try a nautical style without being overly literal. 

Tropical Punch

Tropical inspired design embraces the colors of the jungle, from leafy greens to vibrant hues inspired by the fauna and flora. Tropical interior decor features botanical elements and boldly colored patterns. You can take part in the tropical decor trend and create an awe-inspiring space by adding large tropical artwork featuring plants and animals, or instead opt for pieces with bright jungle-inspired colors. Consider bright paintings that include greens, with pops of pinks, blues, or yellows!

Art With Bold Pops of Color

While neutrals have become a staple of interior design, bold colors are making a comeback! From accent walls to brightly-hued furniture, we’re seeing more decor elements that embrace the brighter side of the color wheel. Art is a great way to harness the trend in a less permanent way than painting your wall. Consider choosing original graphic wall art with vivid neons, or stick to colorful paintings with a more refined jewel tone palette. Having bold art in your home makes for a great focal point in an otherwise neutral-outfitted space by drawing the eye, adding a burst of vibrancy. 

Soft Modern Movement

The soft modern movement is an updated take on the classic all-white modern minimalist style. It features soft, flowing lines and a palette of warm neutrals for a more relaxed modern look. The soft modern color palette features warm beiges, browns, creams, and greys for a muted but welcoming atmosphere. Instead of the sleek, straight lines of modern style, soft modern favors curved lines and soft geometrical edges. Soft, light colored paintings give a romantic feel to a space. Opt for paintings that feature warm neutrals and soft geometric figures.

Shop Original Artwork on Zatista to Decorate Your Home

No matter what interior design style you’re looking to decorate your home in, our online art gallery has thousands of original art pieces to choose from. If you’re looking for the best places to buy art online, shop our collection of original artwork. You can browse art in a variety of styles from artists around the globe! Shop the ever-growing collection.