5 biggest trends for home decor in 2023
Mix and match
Perfectly coordinated spaces and matching furniture sets are passe. Consumers are interested in unique pieces, each telling its own story but complementing the other pieces in the room. There is a rising interest in heirlooms, thrifted finds, vintage and reused furniture. A modern consumer will mix and match pieces to communicate their style and sustainable & environmentally friendly choices. Reusing and upcycling is becoming more and more important and it can be seen everywhere from using vintage linen sheets as curtains and bed throws to reusing a kitchen island to mixing up vintage wooden furniture with modern printed fabrics.
Wood everywhere
Wood and other natural materials are finding its way into our homes for a couple of years now and the trend is still strong. With the feeling of nature they bring warmth into every room. What 2023 is bringing is the love for craft, ornate decor and various hand-hewn details. The search for complete perfection and symmetry is fading away and consumers are starting to appreciate the energy that a unique piece that is handmade from top to bottom brings to the table. Master craftsmanship, especially wood is being highly valued and it is shown in texture and structures. Pine wood is especially sought after and easily incorporated with other materials and textiles. Alongside wood, there will also be a lot of wicker and rattan furniture.
Burst of bold colours and patterns
After some time now, all white and neutral interiors are falling behind and more cheerful hues are becoming popular. Strong and bald choices are driving the colour pallet for 2023. With Viva Magenta as the colour of the year, this is not surprising. Consumers are looking for a way to add more contracts, warmth and personality to all white spaces with colourful rugs, pillows and other elements of cosiness. Alongside bright colours, we can see a shift towards bold patterns – especially with wallpapers. Flowers, geometric patters and abstract elements are all here for that wow effect.
Art or lighting?
Lightning is becoming much more that just something we use and need. It is becoming something we admire and cherish. Hand made, unique laps and hanging lights are taking the stage when it comes to accessories. Consumers are discovering the importance of ambient lighting and the role that it plays in creating an atmosphere. Natural materials such as wood, metal, glass will be matched with recycled materials. There will be experimenting with size, scale, and proportion with a goal of creating oversized lights, unique and breathtakingly lights.
Curves are here
Curved and arched furniture is not really something new, but the trends is changing as it will become more subtle going forward. Crescent sofas, tulip and egg chairs are stepping back to give room to architectural details, mushroom lighting, circle rugs and gently curved chairs and armchairs. It is still all about bringing softness into our home, but with a bit more practicality as in the past.
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