Nerves were still raw from months of pandemic-induced stress when 2022 began. Today, everything feels much more upbeat, including the 2023 design trends. Few places reflect this shift more than our homes. Though 2022 was all about soothing colour palettes, soft, all-encompassing furniture, and a general sense of swaddling and serenity, 2023 is all about bright, bold individualism. So, now that we’re back in real life, what’s in store for us? Here are the interior design trends for 2023 predicted by interior design experts.
A Splash of Colour
What better way to express your zest for life than with a vibrant colour palette? White and neutral interiors are giving way to more cheerful colours, even if only in accents. The minimalist ethos will evolve beyond simplicity and utility to include more expressive elements. To avoid feeling clinical, add contrast, warmth, and dimension to white spaces. Warm chestnut or saturated colours can be used in decor, rugs, and pillows to add cosiness and dimension. However, for those who prefer to keep things more subtle, pale blue and green shades that read closer to whites are highly recommended.
Biophilia Reimagined
We’ve been clinging to as many interior greenery elements as possible in recent years, from botanical patterns to statement plants. That passion is still present, but it is evolving into something new. Next, expect to see a lot of green. From grassy flooring to leafy-hued furniture on display, it is recommended to experiment with green in all its glory. Green is a timeless colour. In fact, emerald won the top colour spot in a world-class designer survey for the third year in a row, with sage coming in second. This has also resulted in an exciting new material palette. Fabrics are being created using orange skins and rose stems, as well as mycelium, clay, fungus, grape skin, dried peel, pineapple skin, brick, earth, shells, and petals.
Clinging to History
Pinterest refers to this as the historic home trend. Boomers and Generation Z are looking for new ways to honour vintage and inherited items in their homes. They are no longer interested in coordinated spaces and matching furniture sets. They prefer to simply incorporate unique pieces, heirlooms, or thrift finds that they adore into their spaces. Finding and owning your personal style, particularly in interior design, gives you a sense of empowerment. This trend is expected to continue as it is both a design-savvy and environmentally conscious choice. Among the most inventive examples are vintage shop counters in the kitchen, vintage wooden furniture with a recycled stone surface added, and vintage seating recovered in modern printed fabrics.
Sustainability has Taken Precedence
What is the most important trend that will continue in 2023? Designers claim it’s for environmental reasons. Sustainability and the natural world continue to appear in new works by emerging and established artists. As a result, designers will continue to look for ways to incorporate it into the life cycle of an interior project from the start. It is recommended to use resourceful materials, upcycle and reuse furniture, and reduce plastics and waste as much as possible.
Human Connection is Critical Following a Pandemic
The value of working together as a community is constantly emphasised on social media channels. We have all been more or less isolated as a result of the pandemic, so what we see is a desire to reconnect with and interact with the world around us once more. As a result, a sculptural and more organic design trend is emerging in interior design. There is a return to the soft curve, as well as the use of more organic materials. Gatherings will be the focus of design in the coming year, with a focus on rest and wellness as a priority. Dining rooms will also make a comeback in 2023. Beautifully tiled walls and large open spaces will create cosy spaces that foster connection.