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The Best Décor Ideas from Each Generation

The Best Décor Ideas from Each Generation

No battle of the generations here! From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, each age range has trends that have come to define them. Take a page from each book to create a space that stands the test of time – at least until Gen Alpha comes along to shake things up.

 

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  1. Earthy, neutral tones and entertainment spaces are a staple of the Baby Boomers

These folks decorated their homes in the 70’s, when brown paneling was in vogue, and they’ve carried that through the years. Earthy tones are warm and grounding and a throwback that can easily work in modern homes. Baby Boomers like to entertain (who remembers a good conversation pit?) so look to their homes for seating layouts that spaces that allow for a great night with friends remembering the good old days.

 

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  1. Millennials bring sleeker aesthetics and a favourite shade of grey

You may have heard the term ‘millennial grey,’ referring to the common shade found in many homes over the past decade. The hue might seem boring, but Millennials have an eye for sleek, curated spaces and are great at accenting grey walls with bright pops of colour. Homes have gotten smaller, and the generation is great at finding compact furniture and making the most out of storage spaces. They might also feature fruit bowls to store their avocados.

 

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  1. Go fun and bold with Gen Z

As Gen Z is by and large coming into the adult world, they’re finding spaces to make their own, and being young, these spaces have a lot of bright and fun features that could be borrowed. If you want to shake up your home lighting, consider LED light strips that you’ll see in a lot of younger people’s homes, and try unconventional colours to see what you might like! You’ll also find younger generations love plants and aren’t afraid to overload their living rooms with greenery, which often makes the air feel fresher and is a great trend to incorporate.

 

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  1. No, we didn’t forget about Gen X

We just saved the best for last! Gen X have been parents for a while and their kids are growing up quickly, so you’ll find their homes are filled with pieces that are built to be reliable and long-lasting and withstand the needs of a family. They grew up with the bright design trends of the seventies and eighties, so look for bold colours that are incorporated in sophisticated ways. Gen X are known to be sensible and reliable, and their homes reflect that, with rooms meant to be comfortable and functional.

 

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DIY Project: DIY Plant Ladder Shelf

Show off your plants in a cool way with a rustic twist! This plant ladder will fit into a corner of your home, keep your plants in one place and make taking care of them a breeze.

Get the DIY project here

 

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Recipe:  Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos

These delicious tacos are an easy weeknight meal that cook quickly and are packed with nutrients. Store the toppings, chicken, and taco shells separately and you’ll be able to keep the leftovers for a few days to give yourself less to worry about.

Get the recipe here

 

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