Design Horizons 2024
Unveiling the Resurgence of Colors, Maximalism Magic, and Metallic Marvels…
At the beginning of each year I always do a deep dive into current, and predicted design trends. Although trends change, sometimes too fast, I like to begin each year with an understanding of where the market is and current trend forecasts. Here’s a little of what I’ve learned:
The Return of color, color, and more color
I think we can all agree, the dominance of an neutral home is fading. I still love neutrals, especially in fashion, but I think we are all searching for a bit more contrast and warmth within our homes. Jewel tones are at the forefront of this shift in design. They are the perfect way to incorporate richness, and a sense of depth and tension/interest within your home
Struggling to incorporate color within a minimal home? One of my personal favorite styles of design is Moody Minimalism. This style of design still stays true to minimal, clean lines in furnishings while incorporating richer tones such as browns, terracottas, and blacks. I think the days of matching, white oak furniture is also fading. I predict as part of this Moody Minimalist trend we’ll see the return of Walnut, Hickory, and dark espresso stains within wood finishings.
Looking to lean into color? One trend I foresee overtaking design is Color Drenching. This is the teqnique where you paint your baseboard, walls, trim, window and door casing, crown molding, as well as ceiling in all one color. This is an easy, yet very effective way to lean into color, since it is just paint after all. We’re already seeing this trend in powder rooms and dining rooms, but I think we’ll start to see it more spaces within the home such as bedrooms and living rooms as well as in hospitality spaces.
Maximalism and Curated Spaces
Antique furniture has taken design by storm. In an era where the allure of "fast furniture" is waning, we and are learning to appreciate the character and history found with antique furniture. This is personally on of my favorite trend forecasts for the year. In our home we have been lucky enough to inherit furniture from our grandparents. Not only do these pieces remind our of our family, but they also have a story to tell. I think it’s so important for the pieces in your home to have meaning, helping to craft the grand story of your personal space.
I think this year we will see a greater shift towards collected or maximalist leaning spaces. Although there is still a space for minimalist, clean spaces, I think design will see more contrast, mixed wood notes, mixed style of furnishings, all against a bold and pattern filled backdrop.
The Revival of Silver and Pewter Metals:
Chrome, steel, pewter and aluminum are suddenly everywhere. On Pinterest there’s even an emerging trend called “Hot Metals”. I think the industry is finally seeing a departure from the brass and black we’ve seen trending for the last decade. This harkens back to an Art Deco era where formed silver and aluminums were found in furnishings and light fixtures.
This is a very interesting, and contrasting design trend happening alongside the more warm and earthy hues I see coming on the rise this year. I see muted silvers and pewters being incorporated into moody and eclectic spaces, adding an element of brilliance and tension to these otherwise dark spaces. I think polished chromes and aluminums harken to a futuristic, molten metal aesthetic that, when added correctly to spaces, can add an interesting element of contrasting modernism.
As we step into the design landscape of 2024, consider these emerging trends as refined companions for your design journey. Whether captivated by the sophistication of jewel tones, embracing the curated allure of maximalist design, or appreciating the polished return of silver and pewter metals, let your space become an eloquent expression of your personal narrative. May this year unfold as a chapter in the art of tasteful design, where each element contributes to a refined and harmonious whole. Here's to a year of transformative interiors that not only follow trends but transcend them, creating timeless havens that resonate with personal meaning.
Happy new year!
*All Images sourced via Pinterest
