It’s been a long year, so we have good reason to rejoice when considering the interior design trends we love so much for 2022 and beyond.
From the growing importance of sustainable materials to elegant elements and a celebration of individuality and exclusivity, this 2022 interior design trend tweak will give you an organized look that will make your home in the New Year with exciting style.
Interior Design Trends 2022
With so many people’s attitudes about life changing during 2021, and many wanting a more blissful start to the new year, we take a look ahead at interior design tips and trends for 2022 and beyond.
1. Excite with two-tone color combinations
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Says Nicola Harding, Director of Nicola Harding & Co. The two-tone scheme allows for additional definition and interest without the complexity of the scheme.
Most paint schemes are arranged in groups of colors, making it easy to find shades that work together or contrast. Remember that dark colors visually take up more space. Use the darker shade below the eye line, and the lighter shade closest to the wall color above; It will help break up cabinetry and storage spaces and feel calm and less bulky than a high contrast scheme.
Try not to be too smart when choosing paint colors. Instead, look at the color wheel and get inspired by the decorative elements you intend to include, such as art or upholstery, and look at paint as a backdrop, rather than the main event.
2. Escape with designs inspired by faraway lands
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After the real world travel disappeared, we turned to our homes for more indoor adventures. In 2022, our walls will transport us to faraway lands full of palm trees and safari animals.
“The outback patterns provide a sense of escape from reality and make us feel good as we remember the holidays,” says Joanna Bright, Head of Design at Osborne & Little.
“Faraway landscapes, flora and fauna add a sense of drama to the wall and offer an alternative to the outside world, something we all crave,” says Tricia Guild of Designers Guild.
3. Decorate with candy cane stripes
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The past is often a soothing refreshment after tough times, so turning back the clock will be a major theme of 2022. Extracting memories of hunters, rock sticks and barbershops, the red and white candy bar revolves around happy memories and a will that quickly translates into the essence of the joyous days gone by. on the interiors.
“The combination of red and white stripes, though bright, reminds us of the warmth and harmony of a more innocent era,” says Joa Studholme, color coordinator at Farrow & Ball.
4. Listen to the past with ancient shapes
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There’s a nostalgia for the pink dots in our personal history, and then there’s a nostalgia for eras we can hardly imagine. For 2022, we’ll be looking back, and forward, several millennia to times that might be surprisingly similar to one another. In the interiors this means coarse shapes, simply handmade objects and things associated with ceremonial and symbolism as we (backwards) return to the slow, conscious and ritual life.
5. See reimagined design classics
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As we set our minds back for the comfort and reassurance that familiarity brings, in 2022 we will also breathe new life into historical pieces and translate them into 21st century aesthetics.
Alfred Newall’s Venus Cabinet for The New Craftsmen echoes the vibes of a 16th-century cabinet—a piece resembling a high chest of drawers used to house personal treasures—updated with fluted doors, streamlined oversized legs, adjustable shelving, a secret drawer and a modern olive color.
“Design trends are constantly changing, but the way we make furniture is centuries old,” Newall says. “I hope this piece marries modern and traditional.”
6. Embrace the Renaissance Rug
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Famous design names line up to make their mark on the floor as we enter into what will be the year of the rug. Bringing warmth and comfort underfoot, a distinctive rug will elegantly complement your decor scheme.
Bethan Gray translated Inky Dhow’s linear pattern into a rug with cc-tapis, Martin Brudnizki launched an eclectic collection with The Rug Company, while Ken Fulk’s collection with Pierre Frey is a cacophony of color. Floor_Story collaborated with rising star Mac Collins.
“I wanted to translate 3D objects into a surface,” Collins says. Deirdre Dyson’s ocean poem, All at Sea Collection, will also be released in January.
7. Borrowing colors from nature
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After a period of solitude, it is no surprise that we are drawn to nature. Landscape-inspired tones are set to dominate. “This season’s colors are driven by a desire to elevate and liven up while maintaining balance,” says Jenny Clark, Head of Color at WGSN.
8. Enjoy modern equestrian designs
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Rooted in the ornamental heritage, horses have historically been primarily seen racing and hunting against a backdrop of dark, checkered tones. The new show of equine sports focuses on the romantic beauty of the animal along with its ability to win roses, as well as the classic traditions behind Days in Racing.
“Capturing the spirit of British equestrian pastime at its core with a modern twist evokes a sense of nostalgia,” says Stefan Ormenisan MD of MINDTHEGAP.
It’s not about living in the past, but about taking items from it and bringing them home in an original way. Designer Anna Glover adds, “Horses are often used in a traditional and serious way in interiors, so I wanted to create something new, softer and more vibrant.”
9. Capture the Mood With Painter’s Soft Blocks
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Artists who experiment with form in the abstract are gaining in popularity and begin to filter into interiors. In an overwhelming and informative world, we began to search for comfortable, smooth and inconspicuous decorative forms, which allow us to take their soft forms.
“Abstract art strikes a chord now as in times of uncertainty, it conveys moods and feelings that literally cannot be expressed, and it also provides an escape from that reality,” says Georgia Spray, founder of Partnership Editions.
“Break ambiguity is about slowing down, pausing for a minute, and noticing things you didn’t see at first,” says artist Andrea Mongeni of Borneo Studio. “It’s a liberating and expressive way to communicate,” adds illustrator Laurie Maun. “Abstract art is completely open to personal interpretations, which can be very powerful.”
10. Find sustainable options
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So far, the eco-fabric movement has tended to focus on textiles from recycled plastic, which – while well meant – raises several issues: it relies on the use of plastic rather than creating long-lasting, salvageable eco-friendly alternatives; when washed generate non-biodegradable microplastic fibers; There are no guarantees that it will eventually be recycled. The future looks bright, with the growing pace of a new generation of sustainable textiles.
Tom Dixon recently upholstered one of his chairs in Pinatex, highlighting a biodegradable vegan leather alternative, which is typically made from wasted pineapple leaf fibers. Furniture brand Lorfords has turned to vintage textiles, and the seat upholstery is of reformed European linen, hemp, and an eco-focused fabric. Rose Uniacke’s Remnant Weave collection of pillows is hand-woven from the brand’s own remnants of textiles, each one unique, while the brand’s new lifestyle collection is made from existing materials including Hungarian linen bags and century French linen covers. nineteenth.
Upholstered furniture is catching up too — SCP is on a mission to eliminate foam, replacing it with coconut hair, wool, and feathers, sometimes using a small amount of recycled foam.
11. Create curves with rounded edges
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Sharp corners have been making their way outside homes for a while, starting with the upholstery and moving through the roofs and architectural details. Now the furniture is corroded, as if it was being sanded away until all that was left was smooth.
“Edges define and differentiate a space – and avoiding them expands the freedom of the inhabitants,” says designer Patricia Urquiola.
“The rounded edges and graceful design provide that individual touch everyone is looking for, softening the lines in the interior to create a more welcoming space,” says Graeme Smith, Metris conceptual designer.
12. Latin America’s Taste Channel
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Traveling to exotic remote locations might not be on the cards, but that doesn’t mean your home decor needs to stay in one place.
Here strong colors and optimistic patterns unite. Introduce Latin American flavors with parrot-era green, palm, and jazz-era patterns (a reference to Buenos Aires Art Deco) and Havana-inspired statement tiles in bright, sun-bleached hues.
13. Embrace sculptural furniture
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The desire for sculptural design shows no sign of abating by 2022.
Simple, sculptural furniture and elegant accessories help combat the clutter of modern life. Well-thought-out touches of taupe, taupe, and brown add depth to white spaces. The style appears in graphic forms, such as arcs and strong lines.
14. Warm up with a smokey eggplant palette
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Smoky purple is the perfect touch against the now popular earthy colors like terracotta and stone. It comes alive when paired with natural colors like light brown or ocher.
If you want to make a stronger impression, pair this color with violet or purple, either way this elegant shade will allow you to create a scheme that you can snuggle with.
15. Make a statement with the Color of the Year 2022
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Purple room ideas are having a moment. With Pantone recently announcing “Very Peri,” a bold violet-blue, as the color of 2022, we’re seeing color grow everywhere.
“As we navigate a world of unprecedented change, choosing the PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri brings fresh perspective and insight to the trusted and beloved family of blue,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute.
Leatrice lauds Color for its “cheerful attitude and dynamic presence” that evokes “courageous creativity and imaginative expression” for the year ahead.
16. Get inspired by Swedish country house style
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eccentric style in the style of a country house full of surprises; It’s fun, charming, colorful and nostalgic. This look is all about blending antiques with plump checks and beautiful illustrations. Interior designer Beata Heuman embodies this charming aesthetic.
17. Wow with eccentric elements
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This fanciful approach allows decorating with originality and flair. Create your own Narnia with cascading flowers and legendary references. Restraint is required here; Imaginative touches suffice.