A revival of old-fashioned styles, arts and craft and organic textures are just some of the trends we can expect to see more of in 2021.
2020 has been a challenging year to say the least and with so much change and uncertainty impacting our lives right now, it can be hard to even look ahead, let alone plan-ahead.
COVID-19 has dramatically changed the way we live, so it’s not surprising it is already having a huge influence on the way we design, decorate, and use our homes.
Interior design trends don’t evolve in a bubble. They are a direct response to world events and 2020 is as they say ‘unprecedented’.
Here we share an insight into some of the interior trends we can expect to see more of this into 2021.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
The pandemic is a perfect storm for DIYers. We have time at home to relearn handicrafts as we create personal pieces for the home. We will be experimenting with ceramics, tie-dye, quilting, knitting and macramé. Not only do we find satisfaction and pride in our newly learned skills, but old-fashioned crafts to help calm anxieties.
GRANDMILLENNIAL STYLE
Speaking of old-fashioned crafts, it seems as though Millennials are growing tired of same-same spaces, white-on-white interiors, and the pressure to be ‘modern’ and are instead seeking respite in the revival of traditional styles. Just like feminine florals, gingham prints, puffy sleeves and frills are back on the catwalk, Chintz, micro florals, wicker and cane furniture, antiques, fringing, and wallpaper are back in Vogue thanks to a new trend known as Grandmillennial style.
NATURAL TEXTURES
We will see a lot of strong textures such as more rustic looking wood where we can feel the grain and natural stone full of character. We will embrace the imperfections of authentic natural materials and move away from look-alike materials like porcelain with a marble look and sleek looking man-made surfaces. We want to see and feel materials with natural textures like wool, linen, wood, and stone – the opposite of the screens we spend a lot of hours looking at.
CHEERFUL COLOURS
During this time in the middle of a pandemic we feel uncertain and frankly, things are looking bleak. The last thing we want is for our homes to look dull and depressing especially as we’re spending more time than ever at home. Expect to be seeing a move away from colourless shades of grey, black and white that makes us feel nothing. More than ever, we need to feel optimistic, so we turn to yellow. Yellow is a friendly colour, it’s happy and a little simple.
Yellow in our homes it may seem unusual and even a little scary but used the right way it gives a cheerful cosiness. From sophisticated ochres and mustard to blonde and warm beige and bold yellow, there are many tones of yellow that make it accessible to use at home.
EVERYDAY LUXURIES
We’re spending more time than ever at home and need our homes to make us feel good. The ‘lipstick effect’ during COVID might be a luxury scented candle, new bed linen, beautiful cushions, or a luxurious scented hand soap. These small things for the home give us an uplift and brighten up our environment. Rather than spending on a large renovation, they are an inexpensive way to bring about some cheerful changes at home.
BUYING LOCAL
People are showing a greater tendency to buy locally, a “huge shift in thinking as we look to avoid lengthy shipping delays from overseas suppliers. We’re looking at local makers for special custom pieces such as entertainment units and dining tables. There will be a renewed interest in locally made pieces that are unique to our needs and taste.
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