Every year interior decor trends ebb and flow with new ideas coming along all the time. In the remaining half of 2020, we can see some shifts in the direction of minimalism, bold colors and patterns, and eco-conscious design. Technology, too, is beginning to shape the preferences of those who like to move with the times, with more integrated options for lighting and smart meters. We take a more in-depth look into some of the appealing home decor trends in fall/winter 2020.
By Team Savant
Image: Devon Janse van Rensburg
Innovative Colour
Traditionally the kitchen is a white space with chrome trims and some tiling. In 2020, make way for color. The trend this year is to brighten up your rooms, and especially your kitchen, with vibrant colors such as green, red, and blue. You don’t have to sacrifice any of the style; in fact, it’s a good idea not too. Instead, incorporate innovation into the existing style to keep it contemporary and sophisticated, but with a difference. The main thing is to avoid a more of the same look in your rooms, and with the right vision, this should be easy enough to achieve.
Eco-Conscious
With the green revolution in full swing, you can’t go wrong with some environmental innovations in your home. These might include an earthy color scheme in the living rooms and bedrooms, some biophilic designs, or floral wallpaper. If you’re interested in some eco-renovations, then you can change your water tank at www.watertankfactory.com.au, install solar panels, or get the latest insulation for your walls. Changes like this will not only increase the value and feel of your property; it will also save you money on your annual bills.
Neat Spaces
Minimalism is a trend that isn’t going anywhere in 2020. Some people do prefer larger rooms with more furniture. Still, increasingly people are downsizing the furniture in their rooms to create more space, or else incorporating multi-functional furniture that can be transformed. Screens, for instance, have become a popular way of turning one room into two to accommodate people working and living close together. Bookshelves are another example – they act as bookshelves and partitions.
Intelligent Equipment
It’s not quite The Jetsons yet, but homes are becoming more intelligent as we move closer to the internet of things. The internet of things is a completely integrated home with everything linked up to the cloud; all of your lights and energy requirements are automated and optimized for efficiency. If this sounds appealing, then you can start the process in 2020 by replacing your incandescent bulbs with LED lighting, using one-touch doors, invisible slides, and smart meters where possible.
The Personal Touch
Companies such as IKEA are built on conformity; they serve customers who don’t like variation and prefer their interiors to be clean, modern, and reliable. Of course, this will still appeal to many people, but the current trend is away from conformity in the direction of personalization. Nowadays, people want interior decoration and furniture that is unique to them and identifiable. Companies are aware of this and offer a custom variation on popular designs; if you are a bit more individual, you might find yourself shopping in thrift stores.