2022 Design Trends
As 2022 gains momentum, we still find ourselves anticipating what the year will bring. Pandemic repercussions continue to influence how we live, work, play and socialize. We are adapting to our changed reality and asking our homes to keep pace with our human needs. Homeowners want interiors with an aesthetic and design that brings health, wellness, and comfort to daily life.
With that in mind, here’s the current snapshot of design trends for 2022.
1. Return of the Curves
Multiple studies, including a 2013 Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) revealed that men and women found curved spaces more welcoming and pleasant than rectilinear ones. In times of persistent uncertainty, sculptural and flowing forms are appealing once again.
2. Biophilic Design
Overwhelming numbers of studies confirm that humans need nature for their health and wellbeing. Given that Americans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, the growing trend of biophilic design — the practice of connecting humans with nature within our built environment — makes sense. Look for objects and textures inspired by nature and incorporating natural elements like water and plants into your décor.
3. Conscious Consumerism
The steady march of acute and chronic environmental disasters coupled with a thriftier mindset sparked by the pandemic has made us more conscious about what we do and don’t consume. Sustainable materials and furniture built for longevity are the ideal as well as selections made from eco-friendly, locally-sourced materials. Vintage and consignment furniture is another go-to resource for fabulous, one-of-a-kind design.
4. color.
In keeping with the biophilic theme, colors this year carry organic hues. Leafy gray-greens along with shades of brown as neutral colors stretching as far as terracotta and wheat. And let’s not forget Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year: Very Peri.
5. Maximalism.
Newton’s Third Law of physics state that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. Enter maximalism. After years of being seduced by minimalism’s austerity, maximalism is an aesthetic of excess. Go ahead and display your prints, art objects, patterned rugs, colors, textured furniture, photograph collections, piles of books, candles, pillow piles, and whatever else makes you feel good all in one room. The final word? You do you.