C’mon, Formica! And other trends for 2009 from the LA Times

Formica, I’m rooting for you.

In the LA Times article, “Bad design trends we hope die in 2009,” there, plain as day, is this:

Please, in the kitchen, no more granite countertop. It came into vogue in the ’80s, and it makes a place look dated instantaneously. I am pushing for an orange Formica comeback….”

Take that, granite!

Here are more “Design Trends We Want To See Gone” from the LA Times. It’s a great compilation.

In sum, for 2009, think handmade, eco-friendly, honest materials, matte finishes (no more shiny “Hollywood glamour” or metallic wallpaper), and homey kitchens.

Thanks, client Miriam, for bringing this article to my attention. Picture credit is Glenn Koenig/ Los Angeles Times.