6 INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2024
80s and 90s themes:
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The re-emergence of 80s and 90s inspired interior design is something we can see in many interiors of 2024. The mixing of old and new styles provides a wide variety of furnishing options and makes for a warm, cozy, and stylish home.
Charlie Bowles, director at Original BTC says, “nostalgia has been a huge influence in the way people style their interiors. Social media has led to a resurgence of decade-related trends like brass fittings, unexpected pops of color and creative shapes. Mid-century styles mixed in with modern pieces give spaces a comfortably lived-in look.”
Some examples of 80s and 90s inspired items making a comeback are:
Glass bricks - usually used in the 80s and 90s in showers and bathrooms, but they are now being used as floors, tables, and tiles all throughout the house.
Earthy and rich tones - browns and earth tones are always effective in making an interior feel cozy and comfortable and are being more widely used again in 2024.
Florals - many people believed florals to be overused in the 1980s however, after a good 50-year break, they’re making a comeback into 2024 interiors and can provide a natural feel to any space, becoming timeless if done properly.
2. Natural materials and textures:
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Natural materials such as terracotta, wood, cork and limewash paint are being widely used in today’s interiors. They can be added to a space to create a feeling of bringing the outside in. This approach to interior design gained popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic when people were craving outside influence in their own homes. These materials are also sustainable and good for the planet- something that is a very important factor when considering what materials we’re putting into our homes in 2024.
Cork is naturally biodegradable, free of nasty chemicals, durable, water-resistant, and completely renewable- cork trees are not cut down, they have their bark harvested, not to mention a beautiful material to provide a warm, natural feel.
Cork and wood also help to absorb harsh sounds, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Limewash paint can enhance the air quality in a space and help to regulate damp exchange in the walls of a home.
3. Warm tones and neutrals:
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One warm tone, brown, was seen as overused and a colour to avoid when painting rooms in the 1990s. However, this much-maligned color is a great neutral; it is warm, grounding, versatile and overall comforting to have in a space.
“Layering warm neutrals in interior design is an art that marries comfort with sophistication, and we love it,” designer Ginger Curtis of Urbanology Designs says.
The use of warm neutrals in mono-rooms (rooms with one colour but different shades/tones) has also emerged in recent times. “Tone-on-tone decor – there’s something so elevated and fun about layering a single hue within a space. There, texture, silhouette, and material can be emphasised.”- Jeremiah Brent
4. One-of-a-kind and statement pieces:
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One-of-a-kind pieces are something that can elevate a design by adding an interesting and unique focus point in a room. Supporting lesser-known artisans and local businesses is a great thing to do while also making your home interesting with their work. Statement pieces are interesting because they are often things nobody has seen before in an interior which makes your space fun, eye-catching, and unique. Any piece of furniture or decor can become your statement piece.
“There’s so much value to be had in celebrating handmade and one-of-a-kind pieces. Pottery, dishware, and art add such a personal feel... we call these pieces ‘the last layer’ and they are what makes a house a home.” - Alice Crittall
5. Statement colours:
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Bold and statement colours such as red, blue, yellow, and gold are great to draw attention to a particular element in the room, for example, a frame of a mirror.
The beauty of decorating with blue is that it's cool, calming, and tranquil qualities are great for any setting in a house.
Gold accents are beautiful to add into a design as it is a reflective surface to bounce light back into a room and has the ability to add a touch of luxury. It also adds depth and warmth.
Red in interiors can be sophisticated and playful, creating focal points, adding depth, and creating a sense of warmth and intimacy in a space.
“We are loving a buttery yellow for millwork in a kitchen or pantry. I am also really feeling that hue for upholstery, particularly in rooms that get a lot of natural light, like a kitchen, sunroom, or outdoor spaces.” - Jake Arnold
6. Fruit decor:
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Fruit decor is something that adds a cute element of whimsical into a space along with a bright pop of colour. This can go very well with somewhere that needs some brightening up or somewhere that is already bright and wants another bright colour element to match with the existing theme. Applying fresh and colorful ideas to the fruit themes can beautifully complement your interior design style and personality. We really hope that fruit decor is going to be…
THE NEXT BIG THING!
Guest blogged by Lyra Loveday
