The perfect home is a reflection of our personality. How we relax, where we focus, and when we rest are all shaped by the way our home is arranged and designed. Modern lifestyles continue to evolve, and as we find new ways to live, homes are being reworked to more closely align with contemporary life. Furniture, art, technology; these are only a few elements that are being reimagined as homes become better suited to how we live.
Slow Movement
Designers and homeowners alike are turning their attention to craft and finding ways to slow down. With an appreciation for quality and the artisanal, the cultural shift began decades ago, but it’s now finding its way into home design. From limited production runs to experimenting with new materials, the trend looks beyond mass production to encompass circular thinking and sustainable sourcing. Companies like Crate & Barrel are reaching out to smaller makers and manufacturers to create unique pieces with handmade imperfections and a personal touch.
Working from Home
More than two-thirds of people around the world work away from the office at least once every week. As more people work remotely, the global workplace is being redefined through the places we live. With a desire for connectivity and adaptability, home furnishing is being made to double as workstations and areas where you can collaborate, organize and unwind. The idea of the home office is zeroing in on aesthetics and function, combining ergonomic design with new technologies for adaptable workflows. The result is a more comfortable and productive space for our best work.
Generational Design
As cities and populations continue to grow, how we understand living situations is changing. Favoring density and community, Generational Design looks at how homes evolve over many years and across people. This extends to different age groups, as well as multiple generations. Designing for function and longevity, there’s an emphasis on minimalism, smart storage solutions, and reusable furnishings. Here, homes keep the long-term in mind.
Healthy Living
Interior design is becoming more closely aligned with the wellness movement. As health extends beyond the walls of a spa or hospital, healthy lifestyles are increasingly taken on by the individual as a collaborative and holistic approach. From the adoption of wearable tech to the resurgence of indoor plants, designers are rethinking how exercise, nutrition and healthy living impact home décor. With more dedicated space for fitness and equipment to a desire for fresh food and eco-friendly furniture, home design is refocused on health.
Minimalism
As a central home décor trend, minimalism aims to do more with less. Making use of more things, there’s a focus on multifunctional, movable and modular. Built-ins and bigger furnishings are less appealing than smaller-scale pieces that are multi-purpose. Closely tied to the trend is a desire for durability and a circular consideration of resources. In turn, natural and healthier elements are integrated into more simplified and adaptable rooms.
Future Living Today
Home design changes as trends come and go. But our homes will always reflect how we live, and in turn, they continue to shape our individual lifestyles. Whether interested in more efficient furnishings or imagining a new aesthetic for your favorite room, the future of home design and inspired living begins today.
