7 Interior Trends To Tap Into Now, According To Designers
From the return of moody hues to rich minimalism and natural maximalism – five interior-design experts share the aesthetic trends they are most excited about bringing into their homes. By KATIE BERRINGTON
Timeless tones and softer finishes
“One interior aesthetic I’m [tapping] into is historic, saturated tones like cornflower blue. They have a real timelessness that still feels bold and modern, so they never really go out of style. I’m [also] using softer finishes throughout the home. People are still wanting their homes to feel comfortable more than anything else, and this is a subtle way to layer warmth throughout different spaces. I see this being used in places such as fabric, lighting shades, skirting on furniture, and fabric wall coverings like cashmere, mohair and wool. It adds a subtle softness to the space that makes people feel cocooned and cozy.” Zoe Feldman, founder of Zoe Feldman Design
Rich minimalism
“I’m tapping into a kind of rich minimalism that centers around the strong use of monochromatic color. Whether this is experimenting with new fabrics or unexpected materials, layering different textures of the same color adds an intriguing sense of depth to the space that I’m excited to explore further.” Clive Lonstein, founder of Clive Lonstein Inc.
Future thoughts
“More and more clients are asking for natural, non-toxic, small-batch [colors] in spaces. It’s somewhat new that people are coming in with that request, instead of us going out of our way to introduce it to them. So I’m excited – not only for the coming year, but for what will happen in the next 10 years.” Susana Simonpietri, founder and creative director of Chango & Co.
Raw materials
“I’m definitely going to be leaning into a palette of sustainable raw materials, such as wood, jute and stone. Paired with elevated, luxurious finishes – including velvet, glass and brass, or rich, silky tones of mustard, ochre and cognac – it will provide the perfect backdrop to your interiors.
“I’m celebrating the beauty of British oak, ash, mahogany, wenge, zebrano and walnut in our projects this year, across shelving, beautiful bespoke desks and statement furniture pieces.” Mimi Shodeinde, founder of Miminat Designs
Natural maximalism
“As the trend for creating personal and unique interiors evolves, we see a shift towards ‘maximalism meets nature’. People want to express themselves, have fun with it, and not take life too seriously, but also keep materials and finishes sleek and natural. Think of oak floors paired with a wild-patterned curtain and marmorino walls. Large indoor plants, such as olive and fig trees, alongside healing crystals. These natural elements [are] used in an impactful way, creating stylish design statements.” Naomi Astley Clarke, founder of her eponymous interior-design studio
All in the walls
“I love hand-painted wall coverings – whether bespoke pieces by Freddie Wimsett or de Gournay, nothing quite beats a decorated wall. If you opt for an eye-catching design, I recommend incorporating a few of the pattern’s accent colors into the rest of the room using plain textiles, to give your scheme space to breathe.” Naomi Astley Clarke
Moody hues
“We [have seen] the return of moodier spaces and an embrace of darker colors. It’s a lot less complicated now to push clients [away] from only light colors, with more saturation of color for moody atmospheres in interiors. I’m excited to get to a point where people don’t feel like they have to go all or nothing. So, a majority-cream room could have some magenta and some green – and not only through the introduction of art, but that people are not scared of having [something like] a bold, purple sofa.” Susana Simonpietri
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