After absorbing the trends spotted at the fall design shows this season, Dwayne always feels inspired to introduce them in his projects. However, it takes a tactful hand and thoughtful approach so that the style of the moment is both seamlessly incorporated into the rest of the interiors and is timeless. Trends, and their even more fickle friend fads, can be tricky to accommodate. When clients request the latest looks, Dwayne knows just how to approach the task.

There are some trends that are so beloved they transcend the fleeting nature of their peers and find permanent placement in our homes and a designer’s repertoire. In recent years, velvet, biophilia, and the biggie, mid-century modern have all started as micro trends and grown into full blown movements. Something about them resonates with us, draws us in, and changes how we think about our homes and spaces. Versatile enough to be adopted across many design styles, yet recognizable enough to catch our eye when scrolling through social media, heightening our collective appreciation. When these elements can be universally adopted and adapted to any individual’s personal style, it snowballs beyond the “top trends” lists and has the power to define a decade or longer.