10 Anti-Trends in Interior Design 2024

For the last 20 years, interior design fashion has been steadily moving towards simplification and minimalism. Step by step, we got rid of grandmother's rugs and napkins, arches in the openings, and wooden windows, and arranged our homes in neutral light colors. But, around 2020, something went wrong. Locked up, people were afraid of the emptiness and sterility around them. They started furnishing their homes with vintage pieces, souvenirs and colored textiles. Designers supported the general trend. However, after a year they began to abandon them, because it is no secret that trends are cyclical.

By the way, with the advent of each new year, fashion changes not only for clothes but also for interior design. Trends that were popular a couple of months ago, lose their relevance and give way to new solutions.

Today let's talk about the main anti-trends in interior design in Cyprus in 2024:

Strict uniform style

Previously, we always strived to follow the rules and principles of the chosen direction. But now it is recommended to abandon rigid frameworks and create at your pleasure. To combine in one interior classic and loft, modern and antique furniture, different textures and colors have become the norm. All items must be pleasant to touch, to walk barefoot. This applies to fabrics with different textures, floor coverings, countertops, and facades. The interior, in which all surfaces are flat and smooth, seems flat. It is better to combine rough surfaces with smooth ones. For example, leave one wall in rough concrete, and the neighboring wall - leveled to perfection.

Cold monochrome colors

During the last 5-7 years, preference was given to neutral tones that do not affect the human psyche - white, cold gray, and almond. Now this trend has been left behind. Designers recommend abandoning interiors in neutral cold tones and bringing warm, heart-warming tones:

1. Beige and chocolate tones. The main trend of 2024 was the milk chocolate palette in the interior. It is suggested to use it instead of sterile white and cold gray tones.
2. Accentuation. It is not necessary to radically change the existing interior - you can simply dilute it with bright notes (set trendy accents). For example, hang mustard-colored curtains or arrange terracotta cushions and poufs in the living room.
3. The contrast of colors in decoration. Wallpaper with a watercolor effect, decorative plaster under silk, and large prints are back in fashion. Boldly use them in combination with the same light-colored furniture, and you will achieve the desired effect.

Partitions made of wooden slats

Not so long ago, wooden slats became a real hit in interior design. They were used everywhere to divide and decorate rooms: hallways, offices, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. However, in 2024, it's one of the major counter-trends.

Instead of wooden slats, designers suggest using other ways of zoning - frosted or corrugated glass, fabric, or unusual metal structures. This approach will make your interior more original and interesting.

Track lighting fixtures

Track lights have become popular due to their functionality and practicality, but they can weigh down the space with their appearance. They take up a lot of space and create a feeling of overloaded space. In recent collections, manufacturers began to make tracks narrower and visually light, but even this did not save the situation. Instead of them it is worth paying attention to spot built-in lamps that will illuminate the desired areas, and in the center of the ceiling hang a classic chandelier - they are back in fashion.

Velour and velvet

Velour and velvet, with their deep texture and shine, create excessive decor, which overloads the interior and does not fit in with modern trends. Now designers are striving for calmer and cleaner lines. Instead of velour and velvet you should pay attention to cotton, linen and wool. Such natural fabrics give the interior a natural warmth and coziness. Bouclé and microfiber are also popular, as they allow you to create complex textures and decorative elements without overloading the room.

Brick walls

Brick walls created a brutal and gloomy look for a loft-style apartment that seemed very stylish and original. Over the years of use, the design has evolved so that modern interiors do not aspire to such a "bare" aesthetic. In 2024, designers decided to abandon rough bricks in favor of more refined and diverse materials: architectural concrete, ceramic finishes and other modern solutions. They give the interior an interesting industrial look, but in a more refined and civilized way.

Lots of textiles

Fur cushions, tufted carpets, knitted decor, pillows, double-layered bedspreads - this should have made the house warm and cozy, but instead only wastes our time on constant care. Lots of textiles are not only impractical but also create unnecessary clutter in the house. In addition, from an energetic point of view, an abundance of textiles can create a feeling of being slowed down and oppressed. Therefore, today designers recommend simplifying the interior and getting rid of excessive textiles. Instead of a lot of pillows and bedspreads, choose one or two elements that will really add coziness to your home.

Artificial materials

In 2024, artificial materials will increasingly lose popularity in favor of natural and sustainable alternatives. This transition is not only a fashion trend, but also a strategically sound choice that brings numerous benefits to the space and its inhabitants. Natural materials should be chosen because they:

1. contribute to a healthier and more eco-friendly environment;
2. are highly durable and long-lasting;
3. add natural beauty and warmth to a space;
4. create an elegant and sophisticated design.

Gloss finishes

Gloss finishes started losing their relevance back in 2023. This trend will continue. Instead of glossy finishes, you should look at matte and natural textures. Designers choose them for their nobility and naturalness, closeness to natural materials, which are now in trend. Bright, dark, complex, and deep shades look respectable in a matte finish.

White marble

White marble with gray veins gave the interior a clean, modern look and a sense of luxury, but this year designers decided to abandon it, because over the years of use has become a hackneyed and boring solution. At the same time, it can make the interior less cozy and warm - a cold shade sometimes gives the impression of hospital cleanliness, which causes rejection. Instead of white marble designers suggest using travertine. This natural stone has a coarser texture and natural pattern. It adds warmth and natural beauty to the interior, making it more livable.

So, in 2024, there will be fewer interiors that resemble each other. More and more spaces will have their own story and design. It's important to remember that your space is a reflection of you, and updating it is a chance to express your style and taste in the design world.

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