We've seen a shift in home design since the onset of the pandemic, with more and more people spending a lot more time in their homes. Not only have we found new ways to convert rooms into flex spaces (at home gyms, work from home offices, kid play rooms, etc.), but people are also trying to make sure every element of their home is as warm and inviting as possible.
Here are our predicted home trends for 2022.
Sculptural Curved Lines
Sharp, boxy edges are out and the curved lines are in. We started seeing hints of this last year in some furniture pieces, like large round back accent chairs or sofas. We'll start to see a lot of curves in architectural details as well.
Renovating your doorways and windows might be a little much, but you can still incorporate these curves through accent furniture like the below.
Ceramic Sculptural Vase: Get it here.
Curved Accent Chair: Get it here.
Neutrals
A few years ago, gray was all the rage, complemented by stark white and dark brown walnut woods for that modern farmhouse feel. Since then, we've softened the grays to a vast palette of multiple, multi-dimensional whites.
In the past couple of years, we see those soft warm whites and ivories complemented with matte black hardware, and lighter woods like white oak, ash, and birch.
Well, that style isn't going away just yet. But this year, we'll see a lot more neutrals come into play including mushroom taupes, ecru, chocolate browns, camels, and caramels. Fifty shades of brown.
Color isn't exactly totally off the table either. But instead of bold pops, we'll see muted colors to complement the neutrals. Pale yellows, silvery blues, sage and olive greens, and dusty rose pinks.
West Elm Sage Green Vase set: Get it here.
Parachute Duvet Set in Dusty Rose: Get it here.
Natural Textiles
One of the easiest ways to incorporate those neutral colors is through organic textiles like rattan, jute, and sisal. These woven fabrics help bring in warmth and color to any corner of your room.
And don't feel like you're limited to just woven baskets or jute rugs either. You can find rattan in accent furniture like tables, chairs, benches, and sideboards.
Rattan Accent Table: Get it here.
Rattan Arm Chair: Get it here.
Hand-made Touch
Following in the organic footpath, we'll see a continued preference towards materials like stoneware, ceramics, terracotta, and travertine. These surfaces are raw, porous and very organic compared to smooth, polished, glossy surfaces like glass or metal.
A variety of colors in tans, browns, rust, whites, creams, grays, and blacks will also lend itself to your neutral color palette.
Large Ceramic Table Lamp: Get it here.
Stoneware Terracotta Vase: Get it here.
Vintage and Romantic Details
We're stepping out away from modern farmhouse decor (think Magnolia-style "Wash" bathroom signs, and metal milk jugs), and also away from bold geometric patterns (chevrons, herringbone, stripes, etc.).
Instead we're moving towards soft and subtle patterns like faded Persian medallions, small-print florals, and plaid. We'll see vintage and brass details in small accents like picture frames, furniture feet, or sculptural objects. Throw pillows will be accented with fringe details and tassels.
Studio McGee Oversized Mini Windowpane Square Throw Pillow: Get it here.
Studio McGee Decorative Floral Throw Pillow: Get it here.
