As we approach the midpoint of 2024, our Pinterest and Instagram feeds are buzzing with countless decor ideas daily. From inviting country styles to the-more-the-merrier maximalist designs, these trends inspire us to refresh our interiors. While it’s a virtual delight to scroll through these viral interior design videos, planning your interior renovation in real life may leave you feeling scatterbrained. That is why we have come up with a list of top interior design trends for your next home upgrade.
1. Natural Stone Comeback
This year natural stones such as travertine, soapstone, dolomite, marble, and quartzite are making a strong comeback in interior design. In response to a competitive world that demands constant perfection, people are embracing the imperfect and aged beauty of natural surfaces. They are incorporating these elements into their interiors as countertops, backsplashes, and even fireplace surrounds. Beyond the crisp and edgy appearance of engineered stones, interior designers are turning to natural stones with bold veins and patterns like Alexandrita, Shangri-la, Calacatta Viola, Cipollino Ondulato, and Midnight Dream to create impactful spaces. Though natural stones might be porous and require maintenance, they make spaces look warm and lived in with their timeless beauty.
2. A Symphony of Moody Hues and Happy Neutrals
In 2024, people are moving away from safe greys and whites and painting their interiors in eccentric shades that evoke a certain kind of mood. While Pantone forecasted Peach Fuzz as the color of the year, top painting brands such as Sherwin Williams, Benjamin Moore, and Behr chose blue as a trendsetter for 2024. The combination of moody hues with soft pastels or neutrals is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners looking for a balanced aesthetic.
Rich, statement-making colors like browns, greens, blues, and reds create a bold and vivacious impact, while soft tones like peach, beige, and cream instill a sense of calmness and tranquility into a space. Pair beautiful white marbles like Calacatta Bettogli or Calacatta Turquoise, as well as dolomites like Bianco Dolomiti or White Princess, with burgundy, brown, blue, and green cabinets to achieve a harmonious color scheme in your kitchen. Layering your interiors with deep-hued walls and neutral furniture and accessories like flower vases or sculptures can also be a great way to create an exciting, and sophisticated ambiance.
3. The Loud Outbreak of “Quiet Luxury”
Have you seen the tranquil, muted aesthetics in which plush velvet or corduroy sofas, woolen rugs, fine wood furniture, and minimal premium marble complement one another in a more relaxing yet elegant setting? If yes, that is “quiet luxury” or “stealth wealth” for you.
The trend first emerged in the fashion world and gradually seeped into interior design as well. Quiet luxury manifests as a preference for quality over quantity, where homes are designed with materials and furnishings carefully selected to maximize comfort and improve your quality of life.
4. Go Green with Biophilic Interiors
Another interior design trend that is gaining traction in 2024 is biophilic decor, which roughly suggests designing spaces with nature-inspired elements. The purpose of this design is to celebrate the primitive connection between humans and mother nature; it’s about bringing outdoor experiences indoors. Although having a variety of plants indoors is the key essence of biophilic spaces, the trend goes more versatile than that. This decor style promotes the use of eco-friendly materials like natural stones, jute, recycled wood, bamboo, and terracotta potteries, along with adequate exposure to natural light that naturally brightens up your mood. Stones like White Travertine, Basaltina, Petit Granit limestone, Green soapstone, and Charcoal Black slate blend perfectly with this trending decor style.
5. Patterns, Layers, and Arches
Clean lines, sharp edges, and crisp looks are out of style; in 2024, people are leaning towards more nuanced and layered interiors. Instead of simple, plain walls, stunning murals or a statement wall with randomly put-together artworks are very much in trend.
Patterns in flooring tiles, textiles, or furniture can make a space look more interesting and vibrant, while also allowing you to add your personal touch. This year, we are seeing a revival of arches in both architectural details as well as interior elements. Whether it’s arched entrances or arched cabinets, these timeless curves exude elegance and grandeur. Moreover, interior designers are shedding off the usual square tables and exploring organic shapes in sofas, and chairs to imbue a sense of flow and movement into any setting.
6. Smart Homes
Technological advances are influencing interior design trends. Smart homes are no longer a concept; they are a reality. The integration of technology and interior design will continue in 2024. Smart home features such as automated lighting, smart door locks, automated curtains, modular kitchens, and even smart security systems are becoming a norm.
7. No More Spotlights
Yes, you have read it right! Light plays a very crucial role in interior design; you can transform the ambiance of your space just by changing the lighting position. Instead of using a single focused light, design enthusiasts are experimenting with lighting applications.
Modern homes today feature various types of lighting, including ambient, accent, and task lighting. These not only enhance the overall aesthetic of the interior but also make it more functional. Moreover, lighting is more than a means of necessity now; it is being used in various decorative ways. For instance, translucent onyx or quartzite countertops and backsplashes are often backlit with LED lights, which creates eye-catching visual effects and adds a characteristic depth to any space.
As we all know, change is the only constant, and a variety of factors impact interior design trends. Today’s trends may become obsolete tomorrow, which is why you should design your home according to your preferences rather than blindly following the trends. Follow the design style or trend that resonates with your lifestyle and vision.
