{"id":1551,"date":"2018-01-03T11:23:19","date_gmt":"2018-01-03T18:23:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/?p=1551"},"modified":"2019-04-02T09:37:16","modified_gmt":"2019-04-02T16:37:16","slug":"diy-2018-design-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/staging\/diy-2018-design-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate DIY Guide To The 2018 Interior Design Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>This post may contain affiliate links.\u00a0 See our policy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/affiliate-disclaimer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s my favorite time of year when the Interior Design Trend Predictions are made.\u00a0 Every big publication, and interior design website has released their predictions for what we\u2019re going to love in 2018.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Farmhouse style shows no signs of ending its reign as the top look for homes in 2018, but there\u2019s some predicted trends that might just make you pull out the paintbrushes and purchase new curtains.\u00a0 We\u2019re highlighting the trends that we can incorporate into our homes this year without breaking the bank, or ordering rooms full of new furniture.\u00a0 This is the ultimate DIY guide to the 2018 top interior design trends.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2018-Trends-Pin.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2018-Trends-Pin.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2018-Trends-Pin-340x600.jpg 340w, https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2018-Trends-Pin-580x1024.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/2018-Trends-Pin-600x1059.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Sinks Get a Makeover:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 One of the big trends this year involves sinks.\u00a0 The white and stainless-steel kitchen sinks are going to be replaced by <a href=\"http:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=984856&amp;u=1628355&amp;m=70843&amp;urllink=www%2Ehouzz%2Ecom%2Fphotos%2Fproducts%2Fquery%2Fcopper%2Dkitchen%2Dsink%2Fnqrwns&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">copper, stone, or concrete<\/a>. \u00a0Bathrooms are getting <a href=\"http:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=984856&amp;u=1628355&amp;m=70843&amp;urllink=www%2Ehouzz%2Ecom%2Fphotos%2Fproducts%2Fquery%2Fvessel%2Dsink%2Dbathroom&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vessel or bucket sinks<\/a>.\u00a0 These are the types of sinks our grandmothers had.\u00a0 Both trends prove the farmhouse style is continuing strong into 2018.<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget: <\/u>Sinks aren\u2019t generally a small ticket upgrade because a new sink often requires plumbing and countertop upgrades.\u00a0 If you\u2019re ready for a sink update, measure your existing sink and the hole in your countertop to make sure the new one will fit without modifying your counter.\u00a0 Check plumbing connections and clearances before buying the sink, and be prepared to install new plumbing to accommodate the new sink.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t want to mess with figuring out if the sink will work with your existing counter, opt to buy an all-in-one bathroom vanity that includes the sink and faucet.\u00a0 It\u2019s pricier, but less likely to cause a DIY headache.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/2093487-jasper-mountain-retreat-contemporary-bathroom-edmonton\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/a6c13aa900b7e4cb_8-4113\/contemporary-bathroom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"614\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/matthewleverone\/leverone-design-inc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Leverone Design, Inc.<\/a>\u00a0\/Houzz<\/small><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>All White Kitchens Will Gain Some Color:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 Kitchen cabinet and design companies are seeing less requests for all-white kitchens, and predict that trend to gain momentum in 2018.\u00a0 Kitchens in 2018 will gain some color\u2014especially blue, gray, and mahogany.\u00a0 Dusty and darker colors of will dominate island cabinets and backsplashes.<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:<\/u>\u00a0 If you already have an all-white kitchen, paint your island cabinetry, or the cabinets on the sides of your stove.\u00a0 Using the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/design\/decorating\/color\/colors-of-the-year-for-2018-pictures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HGTV predictions for the colors that will dominate in 2018,<\/a> you may want to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/architects-specifiers-designers\/inspiration\/color-forecast\/2018-color-forecast\/2018-color-of-the-year-oceanside?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuPefuOr11gIVDluGCh0Z5gEFEAAYASAAEgJmTvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sherwin Williams Oceanside<\/a> for a deep blue-green, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.behr.com\/consumer\/inspiration\/2018-color-trends\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Behr\u2019s Live in the Moment<\/a> for a lighter blue-green.\u00a0 If you love HGTV Fixer Upper, you will want to check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.magnoliapaintbykilz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joanna Gaines new paint line. <\/a>\u00a0The green-hued lineup is a great way to add saturated color to your kitchen.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/87438679-luxury-hamptons-style-weatherboard-home-transitional-kitchen-melbourne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/5991309d08c12659_8-3071\/transitional-kitchen.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/ryconbg\/rycon-building-group\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Rycon Building Group\/Houzz<\/a><\/small><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Green Makes a Comeback:\u00a0 <\/u><\/strong>7 out of the 9 colors in <a href=\"http:\/\/www.magnoliapaintbykilz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joanna Gaines new paint line<\/a> are green, or have a green tint.\u00a0 As the mother of farmhouse design, you can bet that we will be seeing more green in 2018.\u00a0 But, don\u2019t expect it to stop at the walls.\u00a0 Designer <em>Alex Papachristidis, says fabric houses are producing and incorporating more green in 2018.\u00a0 It looks like the palm prints from last year are just the beginning.\u00a0 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>While we\u2019re talking color, green isn\u2019t the only shade predicted to be big in 2018.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pantone.com\/color-of-the-year-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pantone\u2019s color of the year is Ultra-Violet<\/a>, bright yellow will find its way into bathrooms and onto accent furniture, and darker yellows (think Ocher and Mustard) are poised to warm up our living spaces. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:<\/u>\u00a0 It\u2019s paint!\u00a0 There\u2019s no cheaper DIY update with big impact than paint.\u00a0 It\u2019s even less expensive to paint an accent wall, as opposed to an entire room.\u00a0 Also, you can\u2019t go wrong by adding a few beautiful houseplants with lovely green leaves to your room. Pinterest loves the patterned houseplant and you can be on trend by putting those plants in our next trendy accessory\u2026<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/106522400-some-of-our-favorite-projects-traditional-living-room-chicago\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/a011a4dd0a0cbc8d_8-9030\/traditional-living-room.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"352\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/summerthorntondesign\/summer-thornton-design-inc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Summer Thornton Design, Inc\/Houzz<\/a><\/small><\/div>\n<p><strong><u>Concrete Accessories and Handmade Ceramics:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 It looks like our love affair with concrete will only grow in 2018.\u00a0 Concrete cast accessories of all types will reign supreme, from planter pots to boxes, statues to pendant lighting.\u00a0 This organic material will also be found in new construction as a finish in countertops, and walls.<\/p>\n<p>Handmade ceramics are a natural next-step in our quest for unique pieces that have a history. \u00a0Look for handmade ceramic dinnerware, planters, and vases to make a big comeback.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/hand-craft-home-decor-comeback-in-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">list of the handmade home decor<\/a> that we&#8217;re going to be seeing a lot more of in 2018.<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:<\/u>\u00a0 Something tells me that the Parks &amp; Rec Pottery classes are going to fill up fast this year.\u00a0 I don\u2019t know if I will embrace the pottery wheel, but I do think we\u2019ll see unfinished paint ready pottery\u2014something I can embrace whole-heartedly.<\/p>\n<p>DIY concrete planters have been dominating my Pinterest feed for a while now.\u00a0 It seems high time for a $5 bag of concrete to become high-fashion.\u00a0 I\u2019m also loving the <a href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/pts4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">concrete accessories on Houzz<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/product\/91068505-cast-concrete-leaf-planter-transitional-outdoor-pots-and-planters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/66f1873008fe46e6_8-0392\/transitional-outdoor-pots-and-planters.jpg\" alt=\"Cast Concrete Leaf Planter\" width=\"500\" height=\"668\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small>Houzz<\/small><\/div>\n<p><strong><u>Tile Gets Bigger:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 Subway tiles aren\u2019t out, but bigger tiles are definitely in.\u00a0 Huge tiles will be hitting shelves this year.\u00a0 If you\u2019re ready for a new floor, then these big tiles are great.\u00a0 They require less grout lines and therefore give a cleaner (and easier to keep clean) look.<\/p>\n<p>Still on trend through 2018, the textured wood-look floor tile.\u00a0 This year we are going to see a shift to lighter colored wood-look tile from the high-contrast dark woods of last year.<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:\u00a0 <\/u>Tile has never been a low-budget renovation, but look for sales around President\u2019s Day where retailers often include installation in the pricing.\u00a0 I\u2019ve also seen some contractor\u2019s liquidation stores pop-up that sell leftover tile donated by contractors that can be a great way to get tile for a small-space at a big discount.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/97301883-upper-west-side-residence-transitional-bathroom-new-york\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/59e1dc4a0967e34b_8-6210\/transitional-bathroom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"750\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/atidstudio\/at-studio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by AT STUDIO\/Houzz<\/a><\/small><\/div>\n<p><strong><u>Dark Florals:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 Look for dark or large scale florals to rise in popularity this year.\u00a0 I\u2019m excited for this trend (as you can see from my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/go-get-dream-phone-wallpaper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free floral phone wallpaper<\/a>), and expect to see it on curtains, accent chairs, and bedding.\u00a0 This trend is part of the expected shift from industrial chic and ultra-modern trends to more traditional style.<\/p>\n<p>Designer Kathryn M. Ireland sees are resurgence of chintz with the same florals on the walls, drapes, and bedding on the horizon.\u00a0 And Houzz predicts over-scale, high-contrast florals in 2018.\u00a0 Bottom line, it looks like we\u2019re going to see florals everywhere, and I couldn\u2019t be happier!<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:\u00a0 <\/u>This trend looks easy to interpret on big and small scales without breaking the bank.\u00a0 Add a stripe of floral fabric to the bottom of your curtains (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/lengthen-curtains-one-seam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">see how to lengthen your curtains here<\/a>).\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/make-napkins-napkin-rings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Make a great set of napkins for your table<\/a>, or create some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/ugly-pillow-makeovers-save-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">beautiful throw pillows<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/1643841-inverness-circle-traditional-bedroom-little-rock\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/b0b12a420062272c_8-6727\/traditional-bedroom.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"410\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/tobifairley\/tobi-fairley-interior-design\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Tobi Fairley Interior Design\/Houzz<\/a><\/small><\/div>\n<p><strong><u>Mixed Metals and Black:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0 Copper light fixtures, matte silver faucets and black cabinet hardware play well together in 2018.\u00a0 Homeowners are getting tired of being limited by a single brass fixture.\u00a0 Look for new metals to hit the market this year, especially matte finishes.\u00a0\u00a0 Black hardware will become the go-to color for bathroom faucets and showerheads because it goes with everything and it doesn\u2019t require polishing to keep it clean.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready for new lighting, the trend in 2018 is <strong>pendant lighting <\/strong>over chandeliers, and vintage or vintage look over industrial chic.<\/p>\n<p><u>How to DIY it on a Budget:\u00a0 <\/u>Replacing cabinet pulls and handles are budget friendly updates that refresh a kitchen or bathroom\u2014especially when you don\u2019t have to change out the light fixtures to match!<\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/13767375-kitchens-transitional-kitchen-charlotte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/0231178403a847a4_8-9961\/transitional-kitchen.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"328\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/alairhomescharlotte\/alair-homes-charlotte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Alair Homes Charlotte<\/a> -Houzz<\/small><\/div>\n<p><strong><u>Contradictions in Trend Predictions: <\/u><\/strong>Every year there are predictions that completely contradict each other and 2018 is no exception.\u00a0 Shiplap is a trend that has peaked, but millwork (shiplap and other wood) feature walls are going to be huge.\u00a0 Ultra-modern style is on the way out, but geometric style back-splashes and wallpaper is in.\u00a0 Bold florals and chintz are in, but so is the \u201cless is more\u201d bedroom with simple finishes and one color.\u00a0 There will always be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/5-decorating-rules-break-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">decorating &#8220;rules&#8221; that you should break.<\/a><\/p>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/photo\/7008737-cool-calm-curated-transitional-family-room-sacramento\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/st.hzcdn.com\/simgs\/1561b756028e9719_8-2389\/transitional-family-room.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"600\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"color: #444444; text-align: center;\"><small><a style=\"text-decoration: none; color: #444;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/pro\/kerriekelly\/kerrie-l-kelly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Photo by Kerrie L. Kelly<\/a> -Houzz<\/small><\/div>\n<p><u>What this means for the DIY-er:<\/u>\u00a0 It takes time to decorate your home\u2014especially on a budget.\u00a0 Thankfully, trends don\u2019t fade too quickly and even contradictory trends rule at the same time. \u00a0You can embrace some new things without worrying about your old things going out of style.\u00a0 In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/interior-design-trends-according-to-expert-designers-decorators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vogue\u2019s 2018 Trend Predictions,<\/a> Ryan Korban said:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPeople want their spaces curated and not decorated. The idea of a decorated home feels old-fashioned to a new generation of design enthusiasts. A series of collected objects as decor is the new approach.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not sure this is such a new approach.\u00a0 When you\u2019re a self-taught designer, working on your own home, you\u2019ve probably never had a \u201cdecorated space.\u201d\u00a0 You\u2019ve been working with a curated collection of furniture purchased over a period of time, moving accent chairs from room to room, and choosing new throw pillows over a new couch.<\/p>\n<p>Another interesting trend that was mentioned is converting formal dining rooms into office spaces and creating spaces for reading and watching tv.\u00a0 I would argue that we\u2019ve always had to find ways to work at home, and we\u2019ve always been drawn to creating cozy spaces in our homes.<\/p>\n<p>So, keep doing what you\u2019ve been doing!\u00a0 Add a few new things to your interior design plan this year, but don\u2019t get too caught up or worried about the trends.\u00a0 It\u2019s only when we stop working on decorating that our home starts to look dated.<\/p>\n<p>Check out these lists of design trends:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realtor.com\/advice\/home-improvement\/hottest-interior-design-decor-trends-2018\/?is_wp_site=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The 9 Hottest Interior Design and Interior D\u00e9cor Trends You\u2019ll See in 2018<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/lifestyle\/home\/ten-home-design-trends-to-watch-out-for-in-2018-according-to-houzz\/2017\/12\/15\/b64a9b58-df6a-11e7-89e8-edec16379010_story.html?utm_term=.096798f48816\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10 Home Design Trends to Watch Out For in 2018<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/ideabooks\/93399913\/list\/interior-design-trends-expected-to-take-hold-in-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Interior Design Trends Expected to Take Hold in 2018<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.houzz.com\/ideabooks\/96135403\/list\/will-these-10-colors-be-big-in-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Will These 10 Colors Be Big in 2018?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.elledecor.com\/design-decorate\/trends\/g14486069\/kitchen-trends-2018\/\">5 Kitchen Trends That Are Poised to Take Over in 2018<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.elledecor.com\/design-decorate\/trends\/g14426211\/pinterest-home-decor-trends-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Top 6 Home D\u00e9cor Trends of 2018, according to Pinterest<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmhouse40.com\/the-interior-design-trends-that-will-define-2018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Interior Design Trends that Will Define 2018<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.charlottecrosland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Featured Image by Charlotte Crosland Interiors<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blowingawayoutwest.com\/where-we-linkup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">This post has been shared on these awesome link parties!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This post may contain affiliate links.\u00a0 See our policy here. 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