The so-called “quiet luxury” is set to dictate a turning point in how homes are furnished, leading to further emphasis on trends such as customisation and green living, and contributing to opening the doors to new shapes (curves will be all the jazz) and the return of “old” materials. Driving this trend is a growing focus on people’s needs and “living” over design for its own sake.

CONTAMINATIONS

In the post-pandemic era, the boundaries between home, work, and leisure have overlapped. This is quickly leading to a blending of residential and outdoor spaces, starting with the hospitality industry. In response to a growing demand in that sense, interior designers will be increasingly compelled to offer bathrooms reminiscent of spas and to incorporate patios or utility spaces such as laundries or pantries in their work, as well as drawing inspiration for their projects from the most innovative hotels, restaurants, and hip stores.

QUIET LUXURY

Strict Minimalism has run its course and with it the aseptic, almost sterile environments it professes, making way for solutions that express personality, first and foremost that of those who inhabit the house, but with a discreet touch. The same goes for click-baiting, grandiose showiness, yielding the floor to the sophistication of a luxury defined as “quiet”, with spaces built around high- quality furniture pieces that have a soul and are designed to stand the test of time while staying iconic. Timeless pieces, with predominantly classic lines and materials. For some, also a smart form of investment, but even more so, true catalysts of the character one wants to express.

GREEN LIFE

Eco-conscious interior design takes center stage. Biophilic, i.e. nature-inspired elements, sustainable and recyclable architectural solutions and materials, a pervasive sense of connection with nature, and natural lighting solutions will bring the environment into the home, along with a focus on our impact on the planet. A path that is increasingly unavoidable and concrete, less superficial, not only for the younger generations.

WALLS ARE NOT THE ENEMY

If the open space concept has dominated for years, today people are looking for more intimacy, expressing a need to have their personal space. Therefore, house floor plans will see more walls, smaller spaces and rooms tailored to their different hobbies and needs, such as reading, music, fitness, and fewer vast expanses of empty space in which to lose oneself. All in favour of a welcoming and fluid partitioning, and of flexible and multifunctional spaces.

TAILOR MADE

Customisation is becoming a central pillar of interior design, a direct expression of people’s need to be increasingly recognised as unique individuals. The home must reflect the story and tastes of those who live in it, and their lifestyle, starting from the design of the space itself, to the selection of accessories and furniture capable of conveying a specific personality. The presence of objects and craftsmanship typical of the local area and its artisanal excellences is a must. The world is increasingly saturated with mass- produced goods, and designers are now aiming to break this standardisation by rediscovering the beauty of handmade, vintage objects, and those belonging to the family history of their clients.

THE RISE OF OUTDOOR LIFE

The boundaries between indoor and outdoor living will become increasingly blurred. Outdoor spaces are gaining importance, along with solutions aimed at bringing the comfort and aesthetics of interior design outside the house. From rugs to furniture, from cushions to weather-resistant fabrics, to gazebos and outdoor appliances, they make the distinction between the living room and the patio - or simply the terrace - ever more fluid. A constant call to relaxation and leisure that catches the desire to spend more time outdoors.

MARBLE IS BACK, IN GOOD COMPANY

After wallpaper, the return of marble and glass tiles from the 80s and 90s will emerge, to be used for floors and walls, but also to coat furniture, though for a warmer and more welcoming touch, here’s wood coverings and woods like shou sugi ban and smoked oak for you. In general, darker shades will become more popular in furniture, but not only. Also, after gold and brass, chrome, steel, and aluminum will be increasingly present in shiny or brushed solutions to embellish decorative elements, surfaces such as kitchen counter-tops, and coverings, from fireplaces to columns. However, the dominant imprint will not be industrial, but rather glam and lavish.

CURVES GALORE

We will witness the emergence of curved shapes everywhere, from furniture to walls, to lamps, as the heralds of an era of softer, more fluid furnishings. Sinuous solutions, sometimes almost sculptural, capable of making spaces more welcoming and giving them a functional yet modern and distinctive touch.

SMART, OR RATHER INTELLIGENT

There is no doubt artificial intelligence will continue to revolutionise the way we live, including how we experience life at home, and not just in the design aspect. AI is already poised to take over our homes starting from appliances, lighting systems, heating, and security, improving comfort and efficiency and making our lives easier, not only by automatically turning off lights or the irrigation system but also by suggesting recipes to avoid wasting food.

SAY GOOD BYE TO MONOCHROME

Colour combinations in two, three or even four shades signal the decline of monochrome, especially of total white, which, although timeless, has lost its allure in favour of bold colour combinations. Hence, splashes of colour are joyfully appearing in our interiors, with the trendiest tones of blue, brown, and red leading the pack, along with softer hues like mustard and olive. The goal is to give personality and character to living spaces, lending them a lively, nostalgic, pop or romantic atmosphere depending on the case.

TONE ON TONE, WITH A PINCH OF CREATIVITY

Tone-on-tone decorations will continue to dominate, confirming how overlaying a single shade within a space or throughout the entire home is an art form. A trend that now also enters the domestic walls under the name of “milk dressing”, the total look concept skilfully blending all the nuances of milk and coffee, which is already gaining popularity in the swanky urban wardrobes around the world.

TRENDS GOING HYPE IN 2024

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