2023 has been an interesting year for interior design. Following the dramatic shift in home decor that followed the global pandemic and resulting lockdowns, a new generation of homeowners are now championing entirely new designs and leaving behind many interior trends that were once held in high regard.
Drawing from social media’s most popular hashtags and global influencers, here are the five biggest interior design trends of 2023.
Limewash Paint
Limewash paint is a subtly matte paint that creates attractive surfaces with a rich texture. It is also an interior design trend that has over thirty million hashtags on TikTok. Walls covered in limewash paint have an amazing depth and can make a room look remarkably characterful, even when using a relatively unassuming tone.
Limewash paint can be purchased from retailers but some DIY influencers are also adding water to their own paints to create a limewash concoction of their own.
Cottagecore
At this point, cottagecore is unrivalled as the champion of interior design aesthetics. This throwback to simple times and rural interiors has been celebrated across the globe. More residents are turning to nature and creating living spaces that celebrate natural materials, summer houses, organic fabrics, and handcrafts.
There are a also number of related themes, such as hygge and sustainability, all of which are being embraced under the same umbrella of cottagecore. It is a wholly wonderful style that is saturated in nostalgia for a simpler, non-industrial lifestyle.
Spa-throom
The spa-bathroom portmanteau is an increasingly familiar one and is being championed by thousands of online well-being influencers. With an emphasis on self-care and indulgence, bathrooms are being steered away from practicality and instead focussing on indulgence.
They are being created with serene colours, zen-like designs, and filled with cosy decorations, all to emphasise the comfort and restorative nature of the space, offering an amazing respite for residents to enjoy after a long day.
Maximalism
Despite the persistence of a Marie Kondo-like trend of decluttering, there has been an explosion in maximalism culture online. With millions of related hashtags across multiple social media platforms, especially among younger homeowners, minimalism is being rejected.
Instead, rooms are being filled with meaningful objects and designs. These spaces are soaked in nostalgia and celebrate the personality and expression of personalities. As such, it’s easy to see why they have become popular, especially as residents spend a greater amount of time at home.
Upcycling And Repurposing
Partly motivated by sustainability, upcycling and repurposing related content is taking off. It is important to note that while many are taking to renovating their own furniture, homes, and decor for environmental reasons, others are doing so for cost-cutting and self-expression.
Having a unique piece of furniture, one that was affordable to create and was handcrafted, is an amazing feature for a home and adds a fingerprint identity to a living space. There are a great deal of influencers online who are dedicated to sharing such craft ideas, showcasing how simple items can be transformed or repurposed to create an amazing home feature.