Sleek beige and white kitchens I had a good run, but it’s exciting to see a shift toward bolder hues and unique touches as we approach the new year. To get a glimpse of what’s to come, we tapped talented designers to share their design trend predictions for 2024.
Warm tones and maximalism are in order, as are bathrooms (or wet rooms) that look more like spas. The focus is on mixed metals, sculptural wood, and sustainability done right. Crisp, clean white will always be in order, but as a Chicago-based designer Devon Wegman says: “People are tired of playing it safe – at least we are – and sticking to neutrals everywhere. Today we are incorporating more and more graphic stones, provocative artwork and trendy chandeliers. People no longer want their homes to look like their neighbors’ and to achieve this, taking risks is essential.
These are the experts’ best bets for the top design trends of 2024.
Featured image from our interview with Amanda Gunawan.
No more gray mist
“All vestiges of the gray trend for paint and flooring stains will officially say goodbye in 2024, finally! » says Eddie Maestri, principal architect and founder of Studio Maestri in Dallas, Texas.
Peak Peterson, interior design director at Hoedemaker Pfeiffer in Seattle, he shares this sentiment. “Cold gray rooms are on their way out as the preference for warmth and dimensionality becomes more and more popular,” she adds.
The rise of the wet room
“I hope more and more people become interested in the wet room concept,” shares Devon Wegman (she/her), founder and design director of Devon Grace Interiors. Integrating a bathtub directly into your shower space (and not the tub showers you had growing up) allows you to relax while capturing the steam and heat of the space, making the bathtub experience even more luxurious .
Spa-like amenities at home
And speaking of wet rooms, several designers are predicting more luxurious bathrooms.
“With the push to work from home and exercise at home, we will see more spa time at home,” shares Brad Ramsey of Nashville. Brad Ramsey Interiors. “Steam showers, infrared saunas and cold baths are increasingly being integrated into our designs as they become more affordable and accessible.”
Designer Peak Petersen is also considering elevated bathroom lighting in 2024. “Beyond a simple pair of sconces flanking the mirror, 2024 will explore options for backlit mirrors and wall lighting with integrated ceiling lighting which adds a minimalist touch to the bathroom,” shares the interior design director of Hoedemaker Pfeiffer.
The power of purple
“We’ve seen this slowly emerge, but a new color family has now taken town by storm: purple, but not the purple that comes to mind!” shares Joshua Smith, director and founder of Joshua Smith Inc.. “Think deeper shades like plum and amethyst, or even deep magenta. In addition to being aesthetic, from a psychological point of view, purple promotes harmony of mind and emotions.
Demaudecia Taylor, color consultant for Farrow & Ball, notes that this resurgence of the 2000s trend comes with a modern twist. “Instead of using these colors only for small powder rooms, people are now using rich shades like Red Preference No. 297 And Brinjal n°222 to create intimate, comfortable spaces in large spaces such as bedrooms and formal dining rooms,” notes Taylor.
Elegant durability
Smith expects an even bigger push toward green living this year, with better education for customers and better transparency for suppliers. And when it comes to recycled materials, principal architect Tori Masterson of Hoedemaker Pfeiffer anticipates a more polished look.
“Rustic reclaimed materials are on their way out, to be replaced by reclaimed materials that have been refurbished and revived for their next life,” Masterson notes.
Beyond integrating the outdoors
“Nature will be integrated into design in 2024, but it’s not just about bringing the outdoors in: it’s also about making it part of the design,” share Katie Browning and Heather Lucas of Lucas Browning Drawings. “We will incorporate large windows framing picturesque views, skylights that invite in starry nights, and mirrors strategically positioned to multiply the goodness.”
“These days, we see a lot of customers asking for very long sinks, four to six feet long,” shares Wegman. “Thanks to this, we are able to install two main faucets, filtered water dispensers, disposal switches and soap pumps (one for hand soap, one for dishes) with lots of ‘free space.”
Curved love
Designers agree: curves are here to stay. “Whether it’s the silhouette of a piece of furniture or the architecture itself, they come back strong and soften our life experiences,” says Ramsey.
Less open kitchens
“Open kitchens are on their way out as people crave segmented spaces after adapting to working from home,” Maestri shares. “When it comes to kitchens, customers are opting for built-ins that look like furniture rather than traditional cabinets, and there is an appeal for retro details such as the use of tiles on countertops and tables .”
Several designers are planning more powder-coated pipes and less expected metals, like pewter, rose gold and polished copper. All this essentially confirms one of the Pinterest Interior Design Trends Forecast for 2024 predictions: “Hot Metals: Molten metals will make their way into the mainstream in 2024, as people trade in their neutral faithful for something a little more hardcore. »
Warm layers
“This year, the color palette is all warm neutrals, and we’re even seeing a resurgence of pastels: a touch of pastel pink for a soft touch, a moody blue for a mysterious allure, a light blue like a clear sky and a soft yellow. or bold ocher to add a sunny touch,” Katie Lucas and Heather Browning of Lucas Browning Drawings. “Together, these shades create a room that is not only elegant, but also overflows with comfort and charm.”
Interior designer Brad Ramsey calls it “tailor-made eclectic.” “The term usually conjures up images of cluttered rooms with no real design direction,” he notes. “But no more, it’s time to layer it the right way.”
Organic shapes, textures and colors
“I think designers and consumers will take inspiration from nature and incorporate more organic shapes, textures and colors using materials like raffia, bone and papier-mâché,” says Jamie Young, founder of Jamie Young Co.. “I expect a shift in decorating trends, emphasizing individual expression with handmade, artisan decor, opposed to the reserved, minimalist style choices that have prevailed in recent years.”
