INTERIORS
TRENDWATCH: WHAT’S HOT IN 2024 AND HOW TO INCORPORATE THESE IDEAS IN YOUR HOME Scrolling social media is a great source of inspiration for home interiors, but what trends are popular this year and how can we translate these ideas into our own homes? Steve Hird, Director and Co-Founder of show home interior design specialist Edward Thomas Interiors, shares his insight…
TOP TREND #1 − DOPAMINE DECOR The carefully curated look is out and instead, home styling is leaning towards bold, deliberately mismatched designs that embrace vivid colours. Homeowners are seeking interiors that bring them joy and a sense of carefree living. This is the next iteration of the maximalist trend, which is now extending to wall treatments, fabric choices and accessories. Expect to see colourful rugs, bright upholstery and quirky furniture.
TOP TREND #2 − CIRCULARITY
TOP TREND #3 − ABSTRACT ART Moving away from the Matisse-style line drawings that were dominant last year, abstract artwork will feature heavily throughout 2024. Think shapes that are free form and individual. We’re not just talking wall art here either, lampshades, objet d’art and occasional furniture will all follow this aesthetic. For house types with quirky layouts or apartments that need subtle subdivision, abstract art can provide a stylish and eye-catching solution.
Our collective commitment towards sustainable living remains strong, meaning we’re uber-conscious about material choices, favouring those which ensure the longest lifespan. Natural materials such as wood, stone, linen and wool will all be prominent and, when layered together, create chic and earthy interiors. Part of this trend is incorporating more secondhand, upcycled or repurposed pieces, particularly furniture and accessories.
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