Yes, we’re almost three months into 2024, but sometimes you have to let things settle before you make a judgement. At the end of 2023, there were hundreds of articles predicting what the trends would be for 2024. Not that the year is in and the trends are evolving, which predictions came true?
Read on to find out more.
Woodgrain Millwork
Woodgrain millwork, do you remember that? It was so elegant, and it’s back. It’s everything that the natural beauty and warmth of exposed woodwork can bring to a home. It uses the finest wood to bring the more luxurious finishes. It’s more expensive, but it’s worth the investment. You can probably find some deals online, but you’ll need someone to measure how much wood you need.
A Return to Understated Opulence in Decor
The concept of understated richness and luxuriousness is gaining momentum. It’s a nuanced approach to luxury. This trend creates lavish touches in a subtle, measured way. It ensures that spaces feel luxurious yet effortless.
There’s also an emphasis on fine materials, artisanal craftsmanship, and thoughtful details. Whether through designer lampshades, exquisite textiles, or beautifully crafted furniture – opulence celebrates the finer things in life without overt extravagance. The benefit? You can work it into what we’d call an ‘average home’. As in, if you don’t have a Hollywood Hills mansion.
The Enduring Charm of Brass Accents
Brass accents are incredible. There’s something timeless and elegant about them – almost from the Victorian era but with a beautiful modern twist. They’re a touch of sophistication to both contemporary and traditional settings. Brass complements numerous materials, from marble to wood. We guarantee this one will be popular for some time; it was already popular in 2023.
Innovative and Bold Lighting Solutions
Lighting takes centre stage in 2024 – it always does. Good lighting makes all the difference to any home. It always does. Especially at this time of year, artificial interior lights are all we have in the UK during winter.
Designers are pushing the boundaries of creativity and form. But that doesn’t mean you must push the boundaries; you must pick lighting that works. The trend points towards bold, sculptural lighting fixtures that double as statement pieces. It’ll transform the ambience of a space.
The Subtle Elegance of Fluted Details
Fluted details – have you ever heard of that before? It was one of the most anticipated designs and made a massive impact. The idea brings texture and visual interest to interiors. You can’t help but look at it.
The design has grooved surfaces and a more sophisticated aesthetic that other designs don’t have. Fluted details are also great for lighting, creating shadows and light, depth and quality to spaces.
So, there you have it, the trends that managed to make it out of the end of 2023 predictions. And we love them. There’s so much more variety in interior design that was lacking for so long. They’re the type of trends you can take little pieces from and make your own. For example, mixing bold statement colours with subtle materials is easy, and vice versa. What wasn’t easy, was preventing a neutral palette home from looking too plain – those days are gone!