Interior Trend: PIXELATED STYLE
Retro styling is not just inspiring fashion and gaming; it’s also inspiring design and visuals. Once seen as a sign of sub-par quality, enlarged and enhanced PIXELS are now stylized and are emerging as a trend for textiles, furniture and accessories - even entire spaces and architecture itself.
"Almost anyone who grew up within the last 40 years is familiar with pixels, whether they played Pac-Man in the arcade, Super Mario Bros. on their Nintendo 64, or Castlevania on their Game Boy. Pixels have since become relevant again with Minecraft, an open-world game that has swept the nation. They are even the subject of the latest movie Pixels (2015) starring Adam Sandler! Pixelated art is both retro and new, so embrace your geek chic and jump on this design trend while it's hot. You will not be disappointed by the results!" - Home & Garden Design Ideas
"The pointillism painters were fascinated by them in the late 1800’s. Modern society measures picture quality with them. And these days, they have become a source of inspiration in decor. Pixels are now common in the design world, featured as graphic prints on everything from pillows to bed sheets to meticulously-constructed lamps and clocks. This fascination may in part be sparked by an increasingly digital world, and in part by our initial fascination with dots, evident during the pointillism period in art, and by how a large group of many tiny dots, varying in color, can compose a larger image. But in most of these designs, we are intrigued by the idea of pixels close up that make up an object, such as a table or lamp. Regardless, they make for funky and modern touches in your living room or bedroom and are probably a good conversation starter."
"In a time of technological advancement and change, it is only fitting that fashion is inspired by technology as well. The light up accessories and pixelated clothing reminds us that technology is here to stay. Whether you are a video game nerd or live on the Internet, these fashion finds are for you. The pixel fashions are hip and stylish and full of color, making any outfit pop. Just make sure you don't stare at the pixels too long. You might hurt your eyes." - Trend Hunter
"This little micro-trend has been gathering pace for a while now. Have you spotted it? With its many different incarnations, some of the most recent design examples are quite stunning.
Most people’s idea of pixel art is a very basic video game type graphic. Originally created using raster graphics software, the developments in digital skills and techniques in recent years have allowed far more intricate designs to be created." - Moregeous
Anything reminiscent of the pixels on a computer screen can make an object or a whole space feel instantly modern and hip.
"A pixelated portrait from a classic painting is splashed across traditional furniture designs in a modern-meets-Old-World mashup by Italian design firm Studio Badini Creatam. The Trip Pixel Collection consists of a wardrobe and two small chests of drawers with ornate shapes and details that wouldn’t look out of place in historic European homes and hotels, but shaken up with the addition of a little bit of modern technology." - dornob
"With 8 bit making a comeback (thanks, Minecraft) and pixels starting to appear everywhere as a “new” art technique, it’s not surprising to see them make their way from our desktops to our counter tops and beyond. I’m seeing them on all sorts of housewares and decor lately. I especially love them in bright colors that add some modern pop to your home decor." - Cool Mom Tech
"What do you get when several tiny dots that vary in color come together to form a larger image? These pixel home décor pieces! Take a look at these picture-perfect rugs, cozy pillows, and shower curtains. How will you style this trend in your home?" - Polyvore
