March 10, 2024, 1:02 pm | Read time: 4 minutes
Not long ago, it was trendy to decorate in Boho Chic or Industrial Style. Nowadays, these looks are rarely seen in living spaces. Which styles are considered no-gos for interior design in 2024? myHOMEBOOK author and interior designer Odett Schumann reveals the details.
In interior design, it’s like fashion: Styles come and go. For some once-popular looks, however, their time has long passed. They simply no longer align with current tastes. Find out which interior design styles will be out in 2024 here.
Too Harsh, Too Dark: Industrial Style
For many years, this interior style was celebrated almost frenetically in living spaces–until 2024. Those wanting to be hip styled their homes like an old New York loft, focusing on hard, rough materials: a massive table frame made of black cast iron here, an unplastered wall there. But that’s over now: Too harsh, too dark–that’s the current verdict. Instead, plenty of light colors, chrome elements, and soft textiles are moving in today.
Only Natural Tones? No, Thanks!
There’s no question that natural tones always create a gentle, cozy atmosphere. Especially during the challenging pandemic phase, colors like cream, sand, gray, and olive were predominant in living spaces. With the return to “normalcy,” vibrant color palettes have also made a comeback. It’s no surprise that many bold, sometimes even poppy tones are currently seen in interiors. Current furniture styles are no different: The launch of Ikea’s new, exceptionally colorful “Tesammans” collection (end of March) is eagerly anticipated.
More Courage for New Things!
“Of course, your home’s decor doesn’t have to follow current trends exclusively. It’s also okay to stick with a style you’ve felt comfortable with for a long time. But sometimes, this consistency can make you ‘blind,’ and new styles can give not only your home but also your mindset a fresh boost. From time to time, it can be worthwhile to part with the old and be open to the new.”
From Another Time: Art Deco Style
Every few years, elements of the Art Deco style find their way back into living spaces. Currently, however, it’s not the time for floral ornaments, velvet sofas with fringe pillows, and coffee tables in gold or brass. There’s not much to see of ostentatious playfulness and shiny opulence right now; instead, the focus is clearly on more clarity and a strong reduction in details. Metallic looks are currently primarily decided between chrome and matte black. Clear furniture designs reminiscent of the Bauhaus style and simple textiles are in season now.
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Bye Bye, Concrete!
Concrete also successfully made its way into interior design some time ago. Whether as a base for a table lamp or material for a flower pot, concrete was almost omnipresent as a furnishing item for a long time. Its neutral, almost timelessly beautiful look was highly appreciated by interior fans.
But everything eventually comes to an end, including the concrete trend. Not least because the question of how sustainable the building material really is has increasingly arisen over time. Although it consists of natural resources, its production requires a lot of energy. As a result, gray accessories are now rarely seen prominently in living spaces.
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End of Boho Chic!
Glorified mainly through dreamy posts on Instagram and the like, everything reminiscent of an idyllic life on the beach was a must-have in any cozy home until recently. Macramé, light colors, airy linen curtains, and wind chimes were essentially part of this style’s basic equipment. But even this interior style, with its seemingly endless details, seems to be too much in 2024. Currently, it’s all about quality over quantity. Interiors appear minimalist, tidy, and thus calming, and are less detail-oriented, playful, and restless.