As we embrace 2021, the world of interior design is brimming with fresh inspiration and ideas. The latest trends reflect a harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, and innovation. Whether you're planning a complete home makeover or simply looking to update a few key elements, the interior design trends of 2021 offer something for every taste and lifestyle. Join us as we explore the exciting possibilities that await in the realm of home décor this year.
1. Shades of Green.
Summoning a sense of nature, green is a key design element of biophilic design and is thought to stimulate well-being and creativity and have stress-reducing properties to bring a sense of calm.
Green has balancing and harmonising effects and is best paired with a combination of natural tones if a tranquil space is desired.
2. Colour Drenching
This is the idea of painting multiple surfaces in the same colorur, perhaps in different tones, in a single space. This year, interior design is moving away from feature walls and replacing them with a single colour used throughout. This technique will give a hugely dramatic effect and a defiant aesthetic.
‘The beauty of color drenching is that it can be applied to such a variety of different spaces. While you can’t make a small room larger, you can embrace the size of the space to create something that feels really engaging, inviting, and contemporary’ - says Little Greene’s director, David Green.
3. Slatted Design
A popular trend used throughout 2021, it shows no signs of disappearing in 2022.
Wooden slats can help heighten or elongate a space as well as adding an element of textural interest.Slats are generally placed vertically and add a sleek dimension to any space.
4. Timeless Japandi.
If you've read our previous Japandi piece, you'll be well-informed on this timeless trend that blends elements of Japan and Scandinavia. Both cultures have a deep respect for quality craftsmanship and nature. The idea is that less is more, and the craftsmanship of individual pieces featured in the space will speak for themselves.
Think of a pared-back aesthetic with lighter, natural tones, textures, and fixtures and fittings that are built to last.
5. Statement Lighting.
Often a carefully planned design scheme, lighting is now firmly at the center with many interior designers creating a design around a statement lighting piece.
Large dramatic pendant lights, jaw-dropping chandeliers, and intriguing table and floor lamps all have a part to play. It isn’t just the fixtures that are important; light that is given off should be utilised to create different moods and highlight specific areas within the space, creating drama from shapes and shadows formed.
6. Curved & Sculptural Furniture.
Hygge is a Danish term that describes the sense of happiness derived from warmth, cosiness, and enjoyable social interactions.
By incorporating curves into the design, spaces can be softened and made more welcoming, offering comfort and even a touch of sensuality, while also opening up a range of design possibilities for inspiration and excitement.
7. Limewash & Venetian Plaster.
Clean and smooth plastered walls have previously been in our favour, but we are now welcoming limewash and venetian walls that offer a much more characterful, antique and textured look.
Breathe life and depth into your walls with these techniques.
8. Bold Patterns & Colours
It’s time to be brave and experiment with patterns and colors. Whether it’s wanting to put the woes of the past couple of years behind us or simply that we feel more audacious with our interiors, 2022 will be dominated by striking patterns, vibrant colors, and statement wall coverings.
Discover advice on incorporating colour into your home in our The Importance of Colour in Interior Design Blog
Time to say goodbye..
Open-plan living
With more demand being put on the spaces we use, particularly for home office environments, our homes need to be more flexible to our needs. This does not necessarily mean separating and closing off our spaces, but completely open-plan living no longer aligns with the functionality of how many of us are choosing to live today.
All White Everything
The blank canvas, all white trend has become boring, and many of us have been spending so much more time at home which means that this design scheme has decreased in liveability and practicality. We are opting for more multi-dimensional, multi- sensory environments so colours, layers, textures, patinas and a mixture of materials are a must.
Accent Walls
Accent walls which can often be distracting can over-simplify a space and are becoming increasingly dated. Look to colour drenching or limewash and venetian plaster instead.
Non-functional decorative objects
Psychologically, de-cluttering spaces can help to clear the mind and soul, and with us spending more time at home, we are potentially in need of this more than ever. So perhaps consider ditching objects that are on show and have no other purpose than to collect dust.
As we look ahead to the top interior design trends of the coming year, it's evident that a harmonious blend of innovation and comfort will define our living spaces. Whether you’re planning a complete makeover or just a subtle refresh, these trends will guide you towards creating spaces that are not only visually stunning but also deeply nurturing. Here's to a year of beautiful transformations, where every room tells a story of creativity, comfort, and individuality.
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