Unveiling the interior design trends of 2024

The interior design trends of 2024 offer you an eclectic landscape of looks and styles to explore. From sustainable materials and organic shapes to bold geometric patterns and luxury, the interior design trends of 2024 are sure to captivate and inspire homeowners and designers alike. Whatever your taste or choice of lifestyle, this is a year that will provide you with plenty of fresh and innovative ideas to energise and enhance your unique sense of style.

1. Biophilic design gains momentum

Biophilic design has been around since the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, but the notion was popularised by biologist Edward O. Wilson when he introduced his biophilia hypothesis in the 1980s. In short, the hypothesis is that humans are born with the need to seek connections to nature and living things. Over time, biophilia has gained momentum as a source of inspiration for interior design and lifestyle choices.

In 2024, the biophilic design movement will continue to grow. This trend focuses on incorporating natural elements and materials into your interior to strengthen the bond between their human occupants and nature. Expect to see more living walls, green plants, and large windows, as well as organic textures, such as wood and stone. The use of salvaged wood, such as branches, stubs, and tree roots as elements in your interior design remains part of this trend. In fact, biophilic design offers you many visually effective and inexpensive ways to integrate nature into your living space.

Cosy living room with plenty of green plants, natural wood, and a bespoke coffee table.

One of the greatest things about biophilic design is that it not only enhances the visual appeal of your space but also promotes well-being by reducing stress. To learn more about biophilic design and to get more inspiration, also read 7 Biophilic Design Ideas You Can Recreate on a Budget by Architectural Digest.

Cibes A5000 lift with living wall.

2. Sustainable and eco-friendly design choices

Sustainability is in fact much more than a trend; it has already become a way of life for many of us. Not surprisingly, eco-consciousness will continue to be a driving force in interior design in 2024. Designers and homeowners will prioritise sustainable and recycled materials, energy-efficient appliances, and eco-friendly finishes.

However, manufacturing new furniture, even when using eco-friendly materials and processes, will still affect the planet. So, why not make use of what we already have? In fact, many of us are already hooked on old furniture, and the vintage trend is gaining ground. Consequently, the demand for second hand furniture will continue to grow, especially the demand for timeless design classics and furniture with a nice, old patina.

Example of an old telephone given a new lease of life as a quirky and original table lamp.

Recycled and upcycled furniture will also become more prevalent. Reupholstering your old sofa, transforming an old door leaf into a tabletop, or using an old picture frame to make a mirror, are examples of upcycling that will not only make your home more unique but contribute to a reduced carbon footprint.

Charming vintage style living room décor.

3. Neo Art Deco style

Ever since its beginnings in the 1920s, the timeless elegance of Art Deco has never really gone out of style. Art Deco has been a trend for some years now, but in 2024 it will make a strong come back in its fresh and modern take, sometimes also called Neo Art Deco. Often associated with bold geometric patterns, luxurious materials, and glamorous golden accents, the Art Deco style with a contemporary twist, will add a touch of luxury to any modern home. In fact, the pure lines and architectural shapes of the Art Deco style are completely ageless and have been a source of inspiration for architects and designers for decades.

Art Deco inspired dining room and kitchen in a lush lavender shade with marble and rose gold accents.

If you are just looking for a bit of classic, old-time glamour without going overboard, just add a few Art Deco inspired pieces or a beautiful feature wall. To get inspiration from a very stylish example of contemporary Art Deco, check out this article by Hommés Studio.

Hallway with subtle Art Deco references.

4. Maximalism with a contemporary twist

While minimalism has been the king of interior décor in recent years, in 2024 you will see a resurgence of the maximalist trend but with a renewed, contemporary expression. If you are a firm believer in ‘more is more’, this is definitely the trend for you. Maximalism can also be the perfect decorative style if you love teasing the limits of kitsch and want to inject your interior with a bit of humour.

Maximalist living room with a playful mix of colours and textures and a unique shark-shaped armchair.

The maximalist style is characterized by vibrant colours, bold patterns, and eclectic decorative elements. Key to this design aesthetic is to create a visually stimulating space without overwhelming it. Mixing and matching textures, colours and styles is the name of the game, and it is up to you how far you take it.

Creative maximalist picture wall.

5. Minimalism is here to stay

Although minimalism has been big for many years now, it will continue to be one of the stronger interior design trends in 2024. In part, minimalism remains one of the top trends because we need our homes and workplaces to be calm and clutter-free to balance our lives in a buzzing and chaotic world.

Minimalist luxury bedroom with an elegant glazed wall, featuring a Cibes Air home lift.

But another reason that the ‘less is more’ aesthetic endures, is that designers always seem to find new ways of reinventing it. Thanks to the pared-back simplicity of the style, minimalist designers focus on reinventing the core of the design, rather than just adding to it, offering us exciting new shapes, textures and proportions, year after year. Not to mention how well this design aesthetic fits in with the increasingly popular minimalist lifestyle striving to reduce clutter and possessions to promote well-being and peace of mind.

Minimalist interior in dusty pink.

So, it is pretty safe to say that you will still see minimalism in the trend reports for 2024 and beyond. To learn more about some of the upcoming minimalist design trends, read this article by Living Etc.

6. Soft, organic shapes

Sharp angles and straight lines will take a backseat in 2024 as soft, organic shapes gain prominence. Curved furniture, rounded edges, and asymmetrical shapes will create a sense of fluidity and comfort in any interior. By celebrating the beauty of natural shapes and textures, this decorative style creates calm and soothing spaces.

Cosy living room in earthy, neutral colours with softly shaped furniture.

Just think about it: a round or kidney-shaped table makes the whole room feel softer and a curved sofa always looks very inviting. This is a trend that promotes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for winding down after a busy day at work.

Comfy, organically shaped armchair.

7. Tone-on-tone colour schemes

Rich, monochromatic palettes, using various shades and tones of a single colour, will be a go-to choice in 2024. This approach offers a sense of harmony and cohesion, making it easy to create visually pleasing spaces that exude elegance and sophistication.

Harmonious bedroom in a symphony of mushroom grey tones with splashes of golden ochre.

However, it is almost impossible to decorate absolutely everything in a room in different hues of the same colour, and that is a good thing. In fact, hints of a contrasting colour, metal, or wood will just spice things up and make your tone-on-tone colour scheme stand out even more.

Tone-on-tone palette with a Cibes elevator.

Colour trends for 2024

So, what colour should you go for? Which are the top trending hues of 2024? If you ask Living etc, the colour palette ranges from hues of sheer pink and lavender to sunflower yellow, rich blue and burgundy. In an article by the Spruce, Sherwin Williams presents the Anthology: Volume One of the Colormix Forecast, which also includes dark charcoal, earthy green and a range of crisp neutrals.

Bedroom painted in an earthy dark shade of green that will be trendy in 2024.

2024 certainly looks to be an exciting and inspiring year for interior design enthusiasts, offering you a great diversity of trends and colours to pick and choose from. With styles ranging from pared-back minimalism and subtle tone-on-tone schemes to colourful maximalism and decadent Neo Art Deco, 2024 is a design year that truly delivers.

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