7 Interior Design Trends to Watch for in 2022

The new year is a great time to start fresh—whether that means organizing your garage and kitchen or updating the vibe in your home. If you’re like us and always want to know that’s in… you’re in luck! We’ve done all the research and heavy lifting for you when it comes to researching the latest design trends for 2022.

Embracing Green

If the picks for 2022 color of the year are any indication, green is having a major moment right now. Paint companies including Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, PPG, and others named a shade of green as the top color trend for the coming year. Even before COVID-19 lockdowns had people spending an increased amount of time indoors, studies showed that having plants in your home can improve concentration and reduce stress levels, not to mention improve indoor air quality. Now that we’ve settled into a work-from-home lifestyle that’s seemingly here to stay, it’s only natural that people are trying to find ways to bring the outdoors into their homes. Whether you embrace the trend by nurturing your own indoor garden or decking out your interiors with emerald- and moss-toned accents, just think: channel leaf motifs and forest-inspired hues.

Warm Neutrals

Crisp whites, steely grays, and other cool neutrals are long-time favorites that deliver a clean, contemporary look, but preferences are starting to shift in a warmer direction. Expect to see these comforting neutrals—as well as richer, earthier shades including taupe, camel, and rust—applied to walls, upholstery, and other furniture to foster a cozy, inviting atmosphere. In addition to these more conventional shades, experts also predicts we’ll see blush emerge as a go-to neutral. Incorporate variations of tan or taupe with soft pink undertones to warm up a room and establish a happy vibe.

Curved Lines

In furniture, patterns, and architecture, the angular, geometric shapes popular in years past are being replaced by softer, wavier lines. Since being called out in Pinterest’s trend prediction report for 2022, soft lines, arcs, and curves are popping up across furniture collections from a wide variety of retailers. Many designers trace this trend back to our collective desire for comfort amid stressful times, as curves and rounded forms inherently feel softer and more calming than sharp angles and straight lines.

Pops of Black

Black accents and hardware will be a popular home trend we’ll see in 2022 experts predict. It’s a great way to add some edge and depth to more minimalist spaces. Choosing light, neutral colors for the main elements of your space, like paint colors and large sofas, and incorporating black accents for contrast is on the rise. Black accents such as lamps will really help to accentuate an area and add interesting depth. Even swapping out for black handles on existing pieces like side tables or tv cabinets will add a pop of contrast to a space.

Mixes of Vintage and New

Instead of purchasing all new furnishings, people are increasingly sprinkling in antiques and vintage pieces among more modern designs. Antiques and vintage-sourced decor and furniture is not only eco-friendly since you are repurposing items, but it allows there to be a contrast between old and new in a space. Amid supply-chain disruptions and backorders, shopping vintage is more desirable than ever. Our favorite places to score vintage finds is estate sales and Facebook Marketplace.

Locally and Sustainably Sourced Furnishings

Sustainability and consciously-made decor, accessories, and furniture are continuing to rise as more people are being cognizant of their environmental impact and where their products come from. More consumers are now looking into environmental impact and where their products come from to how their furniture is made, including the wood, glues, and fibers. Materials matter, but shopping local and using regional suppliers are also great ways to reduce your carbon footprint as you outfit your home.

Texture, texture and more texture

Of all the 2022 interior design trends, texture was mentioned most often. Experts predict “anything furry, nubby, or cozy” will be popular in the coming year, while others see more fringe and decorative trim on the horizon. Even walls are receiving textural treatments through techniques like lime-washing and paint products that mimic plaster finishes. To achieve a cozy, layered look through furniture and accessories, look for a variety of materials such as natural stone, leather, wood, and metal.