Inspo Trend Alert: Scallops Everything
Scallops are popping up everywhere in the design world. Both Emily Henderson and Remodelista have declared a “Trend Watch” for scallops. It’s fun, whimsical, and it makes everything feel a little bit more special. Scallops are popping up in furniture and lighting design, and upholstery. I am here for all of it! Let’s dive in.
Design by beata heuman interiors | Photo by simon brown photography
FURNITURE & TEXTILES
Scallops on furniture can be seen in the upholstery or with harder materials like wood and wicker. I have loved seeing scallops pop up on headboards and chairs, as well as dressers and tables. No matter where I see it, it always feels sweet, thoughtful, and soulful.
Design by nickey kehoe & doug levine| Photo by amy neunsinger
Design by beata heuman interiors | Photo by simon brown photography
Design & Location: Ahilya Fort Hotel | Photography Paul Whitbread via AD India
HARD SURFACES
I am smitten with these scalloped stone backsplashes, both completed by Matilda Goad. I love the idea of incorporating scallops into any area of the home and counter backsplashes seem like the most unexpected way! Other easy ways are shelves, trim work, and even the lip of a counter would be so fun and pretty in a scalloped edge.
Paint
Paint is one of the easiest and most cost effective ways to bring in scallops. I love the idea of adding this to a nursery or any room that could benefit from a bit of whimsy and fun. The way Sarah Sherman Samuel incorporates scallops around the doorway at Gaia Cafe (photographed for Domino Magazine). And can we have a moment for the doorway and gorgeous rose colored home of Aileen from HomemadeHappinest Instagram? Positively smitten.
Sarah Sherman Samuel design for Gaia Cafe article via Domino Magazine Photography John Stoffer
Design & Image: Aileen Grodzinsky via HomemadeHappinest Instagram
Design by bre bertolini
Lighting & Accents
Scalloped lighting is so easy to add with accent lighting and lampshades! It adds such a bespoke touch that feels unexpected. It can break up all the strong lines a room has and soften it.
Design: Katie Hackworth via Remodelista | Photography by Aran Goyoaga | deVol Porcelain Sconces
So what do you think? Do you feel the fun-ness of it? Would you do it? I’m going to be keeping my eyes out for all things scalloped furniture. Fingers crossed!
Hugs,
Meredith
