Every era of interior design trends has a window in which they stay relevant. Some are timeless, and others… not so much. We have spoken at length about the latest trends in interior design. However, part of developing an expert’s understanding requires taking a look at fleeting design trends and what not to do when renovating.
Open-floor plans – not as functional as you might think
Perhaps one of the most popular interior design methods of the late 2000s and early 2010s, open-floor planning is soon to become a vestige of the past. This is in part due to the sudden change brought about during the pandemic where many people started realising the importance of having private spaces when combining their work and personal lives.
As such, the concept of sharing your dining room and kitchen with your office space had adverse effects on productivity, proving once and for all that open-plan spaces simply aren’t as functional as we would believe.
Those who do exist in open-plan spaces are quickly starting to see the benefits of adding some separation into their home. Whether this is in the form of wall dividers or the construction of separate rooms. One thing is for sure, people are looking to define a more rigid line between functional and personal space.
Quick and cheap furniture
From Ikea type temporary pieces to cheap throwaways for special affairs, one thing that is definitely losing traction is semi-quality, easy-to-build furniture. As rooms and common household accessories move towards a more multi-functional appeal, people are starting to see the use in recycling and redefining old pieces of furniture to match the more popular movement of mixing classical pieces with contemporary design.
Longevity is now in vogue. Homeowners and interior design experts are opting for pieces that have better quality as well as allow for a wider range of functions in order to seek a style that provides a more timeless aesthetic.
Open Shelving
Although it definitely had its time to shine, the period for open shelving has definitely passed its expiry date. Again, interior design experts point to a sudden change in home expectations during the pandemic.
As people have spent more and more time at home, they have also started using their kitchens more. Because of this, open shelving has started to grow a reputation of feeling too cluttered and messy while somehow lacking the space and storage capacity of regular cabinetry. A more popular replacement for this trend which is growing in favour will be a combination of upper cabinetry and decorative shelving.
This places Sonae Arauco’s Innovus Decorative Products in a unique position to enhance the kitchen and interior design scene. Offering a wide selection of décor categories from bespoke Woodgrains to the enticing appeal of urban designs and clean industrial textures in the Fantasies category.
Exposed extractor hoods in the kitchen
Extravagant and exceptionally designed kitchen hoods have shown to be a favourite amongst homeowners as a centrepiece. However, some interior design experts warn that we may see this trend start to taper off in the next few years.
This is partly due to the fact that homeowners are opting for cleaner, more refined looks as opposed to large cumbersome pieces that tend to jut out. Kitchen hoods can make or break the look and feel of your kitchen design which can adversely affect the overall appeal of a home. New designs are looking to keep things symmetrical, concealed, and flush with cabinetry.
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