With a new year come new trends. What’s going to be hot this year? While many existing trends are meant to remain popular, a number of new trends are emerging as well. Here are some of the predictions for what will be trending this year.
1. tile
Whether on the floor, on the wall or as an accent, the prominent use of tiles remains in trend, especially in the bathroom and kitchen.
2. Wallpaper
Wallpaper stays hotter than ever. Whether you want to use them on an accent wall or cover surfaces in an entire room, wallpaper is a great way to add both color and texture to a room.
3. Tone on tone
Yes, it’s still okay to pierce explosions of color, but monochromatic or tone-on-tone interiors stay modern and fresh.
4. Two-tone cabinets
The trend started about a decade ago of mixing different cabinets in the same space. This mix of colors and materials remains trendy.
5. Cozy elements
Hygge is still all the rage when it comes to bringing cozy elements into a home, such as fireplaces.
6. Home office
As society continues to change, workers will continue to work from home. The home office trend is expected to continue to grow.
7. Black and white
Many people continue to seek out a timeless yet elegant color palette, and black and white remains a popular choice.
8. Bronze, brass and copper
While traditional finishes like chrome and nickel have their appeal, many opt for more unexpected finishes like bronze, brass and copper.
9. Mirror
Mirrors are back in trend. Whether in the hallway or in a row to imitate the look and feel of windows, the generous use of mirrors remains a popular trend.
10. Colored cabinets
From red to black, blue to purple, the trend remains to integrate color and individuality into social areas such as the kitchen.
New York City-based Cathy Hobbs is an Emmy-awarded television presenter and a nationally renowned expert in interior design and home staging with offices in New York City, Boston, and Washington, DC. Contact them at [email protected] or visit their website at cathyhobbs.com.
