Odett Schumann

June 17, 2024, 9:19 am | Read time: 4 minutes

The end of the first half of the year is almost here, and in the world of living and interior design, several new styles have already become established in recent months, while others have faded away, and some still persist. So how do we dress our homes during the most beautiful season of the year? myHOMEBOOK author and interior designer Odett Schumann has the answers and presents the five most important interior trends for summer 2024.

1. Maximalism in Colors and Patterns

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Just in time for summer, colors, patterns, and textures are breaking out in living spaces. Boldly choose vibrant to strong colors and large to daring designs for walls, seating, and floors. Such a colorful and cheerful mix brings back the explosive energy and vibrancy.

So mix and match freely: Expressive artworks on the wall meet rugs in various styles and flirt with sofas in captivating ruby red or deep emerald green. This interior trend for summer 2024 sometimes feels eclectic, and other times it recalls the Dopamine Decor, which first made waves at the end of 2023.

2. Even Smarter, Even Safer

Artificial intelligence is now a fixed part of our world. This trend is gaining momentum in living spaces and is increasingly being applied. Whether as automated privacy and sun protection, intelligent and energy-saving outlets, or voice-controlled lighting systems, the new smart home technologies make our lives more functional and comfortable this year. The topic of burglary protection is also advancing with improved presence simulations, Wi-Fi cameras, and motion detectors, contributing to even more security at home.

Also interesting: How the smart home system “Inventife” aims to save energy

3. Colorful Grids as a New Interior Trend

What were recently tile furniture are now grid shelves or boxes in living spaces. This interior trend for summer 2024 is characterized by a certain meticulousness—but only in a positive sense! Instead of mosaic tiles, the bodies of numerous furniture pieces, as well as accessories like kitchen bins, are made from rather tight iron grids. A pattern like a grill grate is equally suitable, where the metallic design is not checkered but rather lined.

This look is almost always seen—in line with the current season—in bright colors. Sometimes in deep indigo blue, then dreamily in vibrant pink, or finally in lush grass green. Is that too much? Not at all, the particularly airy design allows the furniture or accessory to become a “simple” standout feature at home.

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4. Organically Shaped Carpet Islands

As living spaces become increasingly individualized in their furnishings, so do furniture, accessories, and especially carpets. Floor textiles are increasingly deviating from their standard sizes and formats and are becoming more of an artwork in the room. This summer, carpets go far beyond their practical function and instead give rooms more individuality. How exactly? With color, patterns, but above all with their unique, organically inspired shapes. Sometimes more like a shell, sometimes more like the shape of an avocado—the new carpet islands with their surreal flowing silhouettes become an absolute eye-catcher in any room.

5. Multifunctional Living Space

With the advent of the home office in our homes, living spaces have also changed. The key word here is multifunctionality. It’s almost impossible to do without it when working from home needs to be balanced with private life under one roof. With flexible furnishings, your own four walls can be effortlessly adapted to another living need—such as after work—in no time. Then the foldable desk disappears back into the wall cabinet, leaving more space for the yoga mat. The market is constantly developing new products (ergonomic, soundproof, space-saving, etc.) to make the home office even more comfortable.