{"id":48647,"date":"2026-05-19T12:17:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T10:17:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/?p=48647"},"modified":"2026-05-19T12:17:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T10:17:55","slug":"make-decor-trends-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/blog\/2026\/05\/19\/make-decor-trends-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Make d\u00e9cor trends WORK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Creating a home that feels both functional and beautiful begins with you. Global d\u00e9cor trends may inspire, but it\u2019s how you interpret them that brings a space to life. New East Coast Radio House + Garden Show Director Lara Bezuidenhout shares (as written by Anne Schauffer) her take on life, home and d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s all about you,\u201d smiles Lara, referring to d\u00e9cor trends, and how they are there to be adapted, interpreted and made personal.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48664\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48664\" style=\"width: 267px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-48664\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW-267x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW-280x420.jpg 280w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/Lara-BezV2NEW.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48664\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Stepping into this role has meant more than leading one of KZN\u2019s biggest lifestyle exhibitions, it has meant becoming part of a legacy spanning more than four decades, one that has helped shape South Africa\u2019s home and d\u00e9cor industry.<\/p>\n<p>With a background in marketing, operations and large-scale events, Lara\u2019s career sits at the intersection of strategy and experience. Yet it is her life beyond work that informs her perspective most. As a working mother of two, her home is not static or styled, it is lived in.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s always movement, noise and routine,\u201d she says. \u201cThat\u2019s why I connect with the idea that d\u00e9cor isn\u2019t about perfection, but about creating a space that supports your life. Not more space, but better use of it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Globally, she notes a move towards more intentional living, spaces that prioritise meaning over excess. \u201cWe\u2019re seeing a shift away from fast d\u00e9cor towards a more considered approach, fewer pieces, but ones that last.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps the most significant change is the move towards homes that feel more human. \u201cPeople are craving spaces that feel grounded and that tell their story.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to d\u00e9cor trends in her own home, Lara takes a considered approach.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48654\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48654\" style=\"width: 238px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-48654\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-311x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"238\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-311x400.jpg 311w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-795x1024.jpg 795w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-768x989.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-326x420.jpg 326w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash-696x896.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/04-bundo-kim-APGTCUVah9I-unsplash.jpg 839w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 238px) 100vw, 238px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m naturally curious, so I keep an eye on global trends, but I\u2019m not ruled by them. They are a starting point, not a rulebook. I prefer a calm, neutral base, then layering in pieces over time that feel meaningful. When we moved into our home, I pared everything back. It gave me the freedom to be intentional about what I bring in, rather than decorating for the sake of it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She points to Pantone\u2019s Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, as a reflection of this mindset. \u201cIt feels like a response to the noise around us, something softer and more considered.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lara\u2019s personal style reflects her belief that trends are often a response to what\u2019s happening in the world around us.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSustainability, for example, has become central to how we design our homes. I love mixing recycled or second-hand pieces with more contemporary items. That contrast creates interest and tells a story. I have pieces from my grandparents styled alongside newer ones, and that combination brings warmth and meaning into the space.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Functionality is equally important. \u201cWith two young boys, our home needs to work hard. I\u2019m drawn to pieces that are practical but still beautiful. Clever storage, for example.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn essence, my style is clean and considered, layered with warmth and personality.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48653\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48653\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-48653\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash-300x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash-315x420.jpg 315w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash-696x928.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/03-ela-de-pure-HIu7A27ptE0-unsplash.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48653\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The demands of her work life play a clear role in how she approaches her home environment. \u201cMy work is fast-paced, so at home I\u2019m drawn to spaces that feel calm and easy. That doesn\u2019t mean minimal or without character, but it does need to feel restorative.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019ve learnt to design around a bit of chaos rather than fight it. Your home should support your life, not become another thing to manage.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Her love of home extends naturally into the outdoors, where gardening becomes an extension of her approach to d\u00e9cor.\u00a0 \u201cI wouldn\u2019t call myself a traditional gardener, but I do love being outdoors. There\u2019s something grounding about nature, and that connection shapes how I see my home.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m more of a pot plant person than someone who buys flowers. I enjoy learning how plants grow and finding the right place for them in our space.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Time in the garden has also become a shared experience with her children. \u201cWe plant seedlings, try a small veggie garden and see what happens. It\u2019s not always perfect, but that\u2019s part of the joy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She is particularly drawn to biophilic design. \u201cThat connection to nature is one of the strongest trends right now. Natural light, plants, wood and stone all help create a home that feels alive and grounded. Ultimately, it\u2019s about creating spaces that feel lived in, personal and in tune with nature.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Details: You\u2019ll find all the d\u00e9cor inspiration you need at the East Coast Radio House + Garden Show 2026, from June 27 to July 5 at the Durban Exhibition Centre.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_48658\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-48658\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-48658\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-400x267.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2026\/05\/07-alex-tyson-l1Fec7tkhZM-unsplash.jpg 1619w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-48658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>We\u2019re loving\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>From texture to tone, these are the details bringing warmth, personality and ease into modern homes.<\/p>\n<p>Relaxed rooms over rigid spaces, soft serenity and warm minimalism<\/p>\n<p>Texture-led design, rattan, bamboo, stone, linen and hand-dyed finishes<\/p>\n<p>Colour drenching, walls, ceilings or floors in rich, moody tones<\/p>\n<p>Sculptural furniture, curved sofas and statement chairs<\/p>\n<p>Natural palettes, ceramics, timber and layered neutrals<\/p>\n<p>Lighting as both feature and mood setter<\/p>\n<p>Tiny tiles making a big impact<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Creating a home that feels both functional and beautiful begins with you. Global d\u00e9cor trends may inspire, but it\u2019s how you interpret them that brings a space to life. 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