For the most part, home trends carry a reasonably long shelf-life, which is what you’d expect (and hope) when investing in a space for the long-haul. Some have a tendency to come and go without much fanfare, while others gain strength and popularity over years, becoming a reliable reference of a design mood or movement attributed to a specific period in time.
Currently, curves are having such a moment. The draw towards organic shapes and rounded edges speaks of a desire for a generally softer aesthetic in interiors than the geometric or angular designs seen before, and local interior designers tend to agree.
DesignDispatch reached out to well-known names in the industry for their 2024 interior design predictions, where common themes clearly emerged.
Carlo Schembri believes that in 2024, we will see design adopted for interiors that shows a greater appreciation for our roots. “From patterned tiles to hand-painted ceramics, from bizzilla patterns to nostalgic photos – but please, no more Maltese cross!”
Warm metals, scenic wallpapers and forms that invoke memories of the art deco age will also emerge. “A celebration of love, nostalgia, and savouring life’s simple pleasures. Elements that help add a romantic warmth to people’s homes.”
Caroline Ciantar Barbara anticipates the resurgence of curves, arches, and scalloped designs within interior spaces, “marking a nostalgic yet contemporary shift. We are already seeing this trend extending to various areas within the household, such as arching structures in hallways and shower entrances.”
“Additionally, the inclusion of scalloped details in furniture and upholstery pieces is becoming increasingly prevalent in the design sphere. This revival stems from a collective yearning for a softer, more inviting atmosphere – a departure from the clean lines and minimalist trends of recent years,” she explains.
Evoking a sense of comfort and elegance, such forms foster a harmonious connection between architecture and nature.
“With a renewed emphasis on wellness and mindfulness, gentle curves and arches infuse spaces with a calming energy, promoting relaxation and creativity. This design resurgence symbolises a desire to create spaces that embrace fluidity, offering a refreshing departure from the angular rigidity of the past.”
Co-founder of Atmosphere Design, Clive Falzon, shares a similar view. “I think 2024 will see more and more curves coming in, be it in furniture, finishings and architecture.”
“I envisage seeing a stronger presence of earthly colour tones, as well as some shades of red. I’m sure we’ll also be seeing a lot of boucle fabric in sofas and armchairs in various homes!”
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