Designers, design publications, and building product companies are weighing in on their predictions for 2022’s interior design trends.
The design trend predictions include enjoyable catchy phrases and colorful language that inspires me to makeover several rooms in my home. Still, there are a few themes that keep appearing among the experts.
Natural materials and inspiration from nature
There’s a focus on nature from almost every source I’ve encountered so far. I’m not surprised. The typical American spends about 90 percent of our time indoors. Since the pandemic began, most of those hours are spent indoors at home.
Forest bathing, visiting national parks, biophilic design, farm-to-table, and aromatherapy are all surging in popularity. From colors to textures and shapes, most every design prediction list includes inspiration from nature or natural materials.
Vibrant colors and patterns
Oh the white kitchen that has been so popular is now fading in its appeal to design experts. Many predict white and griege will be replaced by bold colors, vibrant colors, expressive patterns, and other statement-making elements. The design goal is to show off personality and glow-up a space. It’s expected to be on-trend for 2022.
Multipurpose and gathering spaces
A popular prediction are spaces that are welcoming to guests and also used for other activities when it’s just the family. Some predict a focus on gathering spaces indoors and some are predicting a continuation of updating the outdoor space trend. And 85 percent of experts asked by Fixr survey believe that homeowners are now more willing to invest in outdoor living than before the pandemic.
FLOR’s design trend predictions for 2022
The flooring company FLOR has released design trend predictions for 2022, so the themes include the following.
- Back to Nature includes nature-inspired design elements.
- Loving Lilac focuses on the color lilac paired with neutrals.
- Work & Play Hard is about multipurpose spaces.
- Shape Your Space involves organic shapes and gentle curves.
- Express Yourself celebrates DIY expression in interior design.
Veranda’s design trend predictions for 2022 design trends
Veranda has released its design trend predictions based on interviews with top interior designers. So, here’s a summary of their 2022 forecast.
- Color and pattern everywhere involves bold colors and striking patterns.
- Formality Reimagined makes practicality a priority in formal spaces.
- Inviting and Inspiring WFH Spaces describes the shift from a temporary pandemic at-home workspace to a permanent space.
- Put Antiques Front-and-Center. Antiques are on-trend as green, high-quality, and an interesting decor resource, so they are increasing in popularity.
- Kitchen Glow Up means that kitchen are transforming from all-white to full-color.
- Harnessing the Power of Personality celebrates the design mojo of the homeowner.
- Homes that tell a Global Story incorporates influences from around the world.
- Soothing Spaces Driven by Nature involves organic forms and natural materials.
- Bold Design includes fantastical elements like shapes, prints, decor, and other one-of-a-kind elements.
- Investment in Outdoor Rooms is exactly what it says. The pandemic created a surge in outdoor space upgrades, so they are now treated like an extension of the interior spaces.
- Going Green is about color not the earth. Green is a popular interior design color for 2022.
Taniya Nayak and FrogTape’s 2022 design predictions
Celebrity interior designer Taniya Nayak partnered with FrogTape to forecast picks for top interior design trends for 2022. The following is a summary of their predictions.
- Embrace is “the feeling of a hug, comfort, warmth, and security that it will all be ok,” says Taniya. It’s about soft blankets, warm and mellow colors of coral, soft green, and creamy whites.
- Rise is about welcoming opportunity with gratitude. It include colors from nature like yellow daisies, green grass, and blue skies.
- Gathering creates focal points in living rooms and kitchens and creating decorations to delight and entertain guests.
- Revive is balancing soothing and vibrant energies, like with pink, orange, and blue.
- Shine is displaying your authentic self in your home. Choose colors, furniture, and fabrics that make you happy. Some examples include a Cinderella staircase and making wallpaper.
After reading the predictions for 2022’s popular design trends, I’m feeling like they may be spot-on. But, what do you think? We would love to know your thoughts, so send us a note or share a comment below.