The best interior design trends of 2023 are not a list of “dos,” “don’ts,” and It-items for the home. Rather, they’re a shortcut to smartly channel your personal style into your space.
Interior design trends are often a reaction to larger cultural moments, like stress, “de-influencing,” and a desire to invest in organic, planet-friendly materials. As a result, we’re seeing fewer micro-trends and more design choices that will stand the test of time.
“The world of fast fashion and design has us clinging from one trend to the next—think checkerboard rugs and blob mirrors,” Heather Goerzen, the design director of Havenly, tells Bazaar. “But I like to think we’re collectively wising up a bit, and learning to listen to what we really love, versus what just everyone else is buying at that moment. Between economic uncertainties as well as environmental concerns about waste, we’re craving investment pieces with soul and story that feel like they have staying style–and won’t be on next year’s ‘out’ lists. Leading us back to tradition, with a twist.”
Like a comfortable couch or luxury bedding, 2023’s best interior design trends and products are an investment into your home. With expert input from interior designers, home experts, and studio founders, explore the five best interior design trends of the year ahead.
Bold Hues
Several design experts are sensing a shift toward bolder colors. “While timeless white walls will never completely go out of style, people are seeking more comfort and coziness at home in the form of painted nooks, moody wallpaper, warm wood tones, and rich, colorful upholstery,” Goerzen said. “If there’s ever been a time to create an all-encompassing mood at home, it’s now.”
Statement Stone
For an organic statement, experts predict a rise in sculptural tables, dramatic countertops, and eye-catching backsplashes made from unconventional stones. From basalt to travertine to soapstone, these colorful stones are a bolder design choice and a beautiful way to bring the outdoors inside. “No matter what hue you choose, these pieces act like a work of art in the home and command the style spotlight,” Goerzen said.
Organic Curves
For a long time, angular shapes and strict straight lines were the hallmarks of luxury interior design. This year, designers are leaning toward furniture and home elements that embrace soft lines.
“Curves aren’t new to the design world, but we predict they will continue to reign supreme on the design scene for 2023 and beyond,” Goerzen said. “There’s something romantic and undeniably fresh about them, [allowing them] to contrast with more modern streamlined forms.” The latest wave will include serpentine sofas, curvaceous accent chairs, and all other forms of furniture, plus an infusion of architectural arches: windows, doors, and hallways.
Inner Sanctuary
With daily stress levels at an all-time high, people are finding new and innovative ways to make their homes a place of calm. “There is a huge trend towards creating a cocoon within your home,” Smith said. “I’ve seen rooms fully devoted to meditation, reading, and general relaxation.”
Neutral colors and muted shades of celadon, yellow, and ocean blue are the most common calming colors Smith has noticed. Jenni Lauri, the principal and founder of Lauri Design Studio, is observing a rise in warm harmonizing colors and mixes of rich, soft fabrics. “The natural materials, harmonizing colors, and hyper-textured rich fabrics we are now choosing for our homes reflect how we want to capture peace, tactility, and a sense of well-being,” she explained.
Granny Chic
The coastal grandma trend’s relevance extends from summer fashion to the home. “After countless years of pared-back minimalism and clean mid-century modern, we’re finally seeing the pendulum swing in the opposite direction,” Goerzen said. “Traditional design is staging a slow but mighty comeback in the form of ornate woodwork and molding, vintage-inspired artwork, romantic silhouettes, saturated colors, and pattern play. While this 21st-century iteration boasts a much-needed edge, the focus is once again on warmth, hospitality, and comfort–like a chic, updated take on your grandmother’s sitting room.”
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