You are where you live

This a cardboard house of a homeless person in Shinjuku Station in Tokyo, Japan.

I read this article yesterday in the NY Times about this trend for antlers and this Uzbekistan fabric called Suzani that it's on this NOT list. I've been a graphic designer for the past 10 years and there is always this struggle of trend vs. timeless design. Most trends are rooted with the thought of new and different. I think when interior design is popular, design becomes easy for the public, ie: West Elm, Ballard Design. When a style becomes a default, it loses it's value to everyone. I'm not a trained interior designer, but if interior design has similar discipline as graphic design, then the longevity in any design involves research, concept, practicality and wit. For any home I think the most interesting ones reflect the personality of the owner. The more you're able to reflect the passion and lifestyle of the owner, the more interesting the design is.

image from eyedia.com