Bharat SainiLast Updated on August 24, 2023 by Bharat Saini
Revisiting previous interior design trends is a major trend in interior design today. One such revival trend is hygge, which can be found everywhere from social-media influencer homes to furniture collections at major retailers.
Rudolph Diesel, an interior designer, notes that curvier and more comfortable lines are replacing angular shapes of years past in response to our collective desire for comfort and relief from stress.
Multi-Function Spaces
1stDibs asked interior designers from across the industry to weigh in on what trends were currently emerging or receding, providing us with a better picture of which trends will influence homes in 2023.
One of the major interior design trends of 2023 is multifunctional spaces. This term refers to furniture, fixtures and decor that serve multiple functions – such as day beds that double as seating during the daytime before becoming sleeping spaces at night; or desks that transform into dining tables during meal times. Multifunctional spaces are also an excellent way to utilize small or otherwise underutilized areas like the space beneath stairs.
Hygge, which fosters feelings of coziness, has become an increasingly popular interior design trend. Hygge can easily be implemented into any home through adding candles, soft rugs, and cozy cushions as well as adding various pieces of decor like wall art lighting or decorative accents to enhance this trend.
Certain styles have fallen out of favor recently, such as gray interiors and floating shelves. While these trends may still find a place in some homes, it’s essential that our living spaces reflect who we are as individuals rather than succumb to passing trends.
Flexibility
Interior design trends come and go quickly, which is why adaptability is so crucial in crafting timeless spaces. By being adaptable, you’re able to alter or add features without incurring full renovation costs; plus repurposing and recycling initiatives make for more sustainable practices when it comes to design.
This season, we’re seeing an interesting shift away from sharp angles and linear forms towards more curvy forms in furniture, wall decor and design elements – from tufted sofas to fluted lighting, this trend provides a new take on classic shapes.
Color trends have seen a shift away from cooler hues towards warm tones. Yellows, golds and reds are becoming increasingly popular as ways of adding warmth into any room; when combined with natural surfaces such as leather or fabric upholstery they create an earthy yet elegant aesthetic.
With more people working from home, more homes are featuring multi-functional spaces in their designs. Living rooms may serve as workspaces while kitchens double up as dining or living areas – these alterations help smaller houses better adapt to meet the needs of their inhabitants.
Sustainability
As more people become eco-aware, sustainable materials are increasingly popular as a means to reduce one’s environmental impact. This includes both natural and recycled materials like bamboo, cork, wool and repurposed items – as well as energy efficient light bulbs and appliances to save energy; additionally installing water saving fixtures in bathrooms and kitchens can significantly cut utility costs.
Another popular aspect of this design style is using locally available products and materials. The idea behind this is that a building’s location influences what materials should be used; designers and crafters take note. For instance, in cold environments fabric such as sheepskin may be readily available nearby as might wool.
Finally, longevity should always be in mind when making purchases for our planet’s future. In other words, choose durable furniture and accessories so as to avoid the throwaway culture we have become accustomed to and make better choices that benefit its future. Furthermore, it’s essential to consider not just monetary but environmental costs when making decisions such as choosing natural or recycled paint options over synthetic ones when manufacturing synthetic ones can have significant environmental costs attached – for instance manufacturing synthetic paint can have serious environmental repercussions so natural or recycled options may often provide more environmentally sustainable choices.
Individuality
Since the pandemic has increased people’s need to spend more time at home, interior designers have seen a greater emphasis on designing multi-functional rooms within homes. From mudrooms to laundry rooms, interior designers are creating spaces that can adapt to differing uses; flexible furniture pieces such as office desks or dining tables have also become increasingly commonplace in homes today.
Individuality has led to an increasing appreciation for sentimental objects and custom artwork, while sustainable living has fostered an interest in using recycled materials and artisan-crafted items for sustainable living. This trend has resulted in more people looking for eco-friendly furnishings that stand out in style.
An exciting trend that blends classical traditional and contemporary modern styles has emerged – known as traditional nouveau. While this may seem an unlikely combination, it provides an innovative way to incorporate antiques into contemporary design while giving your space an eclectic appearance and feel.
Personal style should always be the primary source of design decisions; however, trends can provide invaluable inspiration and information – particularly with respect to colors schemes, materials and shapes. Utilizing some of these trends into a home or business’s design can make it more contemporary and pleasing to visitors.
