{"id":1589,"date":"2018-12-28T19:48:51","date_gmt":"2018-12-28T19:48:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/?p=1589"},"modified":"2018-12-28T19:48:51","modified_gmt":"2018-12-28T19:48:51","slug":"5-most-popular-social-media-design-trends-from-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/5-most-popular-social-media-design-trends-from-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Most Popular Social Media Design Trends from 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We like to stay on the cutting edge of the ever-evolving landscape of social media how platforms like Pinterest and Instagram perceive our work and what each platform favors.It tells us a lot about what homeowners want and where the design trends are going. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><b>Modern Monochrome<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our most shared spaces on Pinterest include this modern, monochromatic Los Angeles bachelor pad kitchen. You\u2019ll notice with each of these trends as you read on that there are certain similarities threaded throughout. Among them: ample white space, reflectivity (many of the images include mirrors), and a little life &#8211; whether that\u2019s greenery or accessories that reflect the homeowners personality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1591\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?resize=1080%2C778&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?w=1400&amp;ssl=1 1400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?resize=300%2C216&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?resize=768%2C554&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?resize=1024%2C738&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3-LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BOND-BEACH-KITCHEN.jpg?resize=1080%2C778&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Sunny Coastal Interiors<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other end of the spectrum, this warm, wallpapered contemporary coastal bath from a project in San Diego was a hit on Instagram. Dynamic: because it emphasizes the texture and detail and the mirror reflects space beyond the confines of the photograph. And although it\u2019s nice and new, it still feels lived-in. Another important element we\u2019ve observed in photo styling and an image\u2019s success on social media. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/861d45a1e069d38e073638664aca4935.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1592\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/861d45a1e069d38e073638664aca4935.jpg?resize=564%2C823&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"564\" height=\"823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/861d45a1e069d38e073638664aca4935.jpg?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/861d45a1e069d38e073638664aca4935.jpg?resize=206%2C300&amp;ssl=1 206w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Modern Farmhouse<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On Instagram and houzz, it was all about the modern coastal farmhouse, and more specifically this image of one of the powder rooms. It seems to have everything that stopped people mid-scroll: The shiplap, the white space, the farmhouse sink, gold fixtures, and some greenery! The farmhouse look is going strong, and we anticipate seeing a lot more of it in 2019. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Farmhouse-sinks-with-modern-trendy-hardware-in-interesting-finishes-have-become-increasingly-popular..png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1593\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Farmhouse-sinks-with-modern-trendy-hardware-in-interesting-finishes-have-become-increasingly-popular..png?resize=762%2C1154&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"762\" height=\"1154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Farmhouse-sinks-with-modern-trendy-hardware-in-interesting-finishes-have-become-increasingly-popular..png?w=762&amp;ssl=1 762w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Farmhouse-sinks-with-modern-trendy-hardware-in-interesting-finishes-have-become-increasingly-popular..png?resize=198%2C300&amp;ssl=1 198w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Farmhouse-sinks-with-modern-trendy-hardware-in-interesting-finishes-have-become-increasingly-popular..png?resize=676%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 676w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 762px) 100vw, 762px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>White Space<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally speaking the more white space, the better performing images will be on social media and that was definitely true of the projects we noticed receiving the best response online. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/traditional-bathroom.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1594\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/traditional-bathroom.jpg?resize=426%2C640&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"426\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/traditional-bathroom.jpg?w=426&amp;ssl=1 426w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/traditional-bathroom.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 426px) 100vw, 426px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another one of our top Instagram images was this monochromatic bath. Again, continuing the trend we\u2019re seeing of sleek, clean, textural spaces. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1552\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg?resize=600%2C428&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg?w=600&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg?resize=300%2C214&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg?resize=400%2C284&amp;ssl=1 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Organization<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from monochromatic decor, coastal interiors, and modern farmhouses, the other design trend that stood out was the response we received to anything involving organization. Be it pantries or closets: people were craving order, structure, and cleanliness in their homes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1595\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?resize=886%2C1334&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"shoe closet organization\" width=\"886\" height=\"1334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?w=886&amp;ssl=1 886w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?resize=768%2C1156&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Shoe-Closet-in-Crazy-Rich-Asian-Home-in-Bel-Air.png?resize=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 886px) 100vw, 886px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/LORI-DENNIS-INTERIOR-DESIGN-BATHROOM-MARBLE-FLOOR-DUAL-VANITY-e1461628241480.jpg\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We like to stay on the cutting edge of the ever-evolving landscape of social media how platforms like Pinterest and Instagram perceive our work and what each platform favors.It tells us a lot about what homeowners want and where the design trends are going. Modern Monochrome Our most shared spaces on Pinterest include this modern, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1590,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[862,821,822,922,1],"tags":[1159,841,1144,1156,865,655,1160,439,1152,1151,842,1150,462,1154,1158,1161,34,1149,1157,1153,1155],"class_list":["post-1589","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home-building","category-home-resources","category-home-shopping","category-kitchens-bathrooms","category-uncategorized","tag-beach-house","tag-best-home-builder-in-los-angeles","tag-best-interior-designers-in-los-angeles","tag-best-interior-designers-on-instagram","tag-best-of-houzz","tag-coastal-farmhouse","tag-coastal-homes","tag-farmhouse-sink","tag-home-decor-trends-2018","tag-home-design-trends-2018","tag-interior-design-trends","tag-interior-designer-trends","tag-modern-farmhouse","tag-monochromatic-interiors","tag-organization","tag-shiplap-walls","tag-socal-contractor","tag-social-media-design-trends","tag-social-media-interior-trends","tag-top-interior-design-trends-of-2018","tag-white-interiors"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Social-Media-Design-Trends.png?fit=1632%2C748&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1589","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1589"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1589\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1596,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1589\/revisions\/1596"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1590"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1589"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1589"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1589"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}