PLAN THE PERFECT
EXPERTS PREDICT THE WAY WE USE AND STYLE OUR HOMES WILL CHANGE IN THE COMING YEAR – WE HAVE THE DETAILS
FEATURE JENNIFER MORGAN
STYLE YOUR WAY
‘The impact of the cost of living has meant people are more inclined to stay home to entertain with friends and family. As such, we’re looking to make our homes places we want to retreat to and spend time in, reflective of our own personal style,’ says Helena.
ROOM DECOR
MEET THE EXPERTS
NAOMI POLLARD, HEAD OF PUBLICATIONS, TRENDBIBLE
‘Cradle-to-cradle thinking will prevail when it comes to new product design, and repair culture will move from fashion to home.’
SARA RIPAMONTI, CO-FOUNDER, AFLUX DESIGNS
‘Decorating your home to reflect your personal taste, rather than playing it safe with design, will be trending as we head into 2024.’
HELENA DAVIES, HEAD OF HOME BUYING, BARKER AND STONEHOUSE
‘Despite calming neutrals being very much here to stay, we’re also seeing a penchant for eclecticism and colour.’
ECO EDGE
‘In 2024, living rooms will see eco-friendly design elements and an emphasis on natural light and biophilic design to create harmonious spaces,’ says Sara.
As we enter a new year, how will our homes change? From hybrid living and working to meaningful design and ‘cradle-to-cradle’ sustainable choices that eliminate waste, we asked three interiors industry experts to share their 2024 home thoughts…
NEW YEAR, NEW LIFE AT HOME
‘In 2024, we will want home to comfort and nourish us,’ says Naomi, ‘but we will recognise a desire to be satisfied with less, as we embrace the “age of frugality”, where limited natural resources encourage us to find more meaningful minimalism.’ Sara agrees: ‘Sustainability and eco-friendly living will be a dominating trend. We’re already seeing those earthy hues rise in popularity as we look for a connection with nature and the organic.’ Helena believes that these ‘warmer tones are a natural progression following the grounding, earthy interiors seen in 2023.’
ROOM TO LIVE AND REFLECT YOU
‘Living spaces will be much more personal in 2024 as we indulge in individual items, rather than curating a cohesive statement,’ says Naomi. ‘Spaces will be layered and adaptable with ever-expanding collections of accessories used to change the pace and mood of the room. Importantly, these will be spaces designed for the people who live in them, not for show.’
‘More people are forgoing style rules to create a home that works for them and the rhythm of their daily lives,’ says Helena, ‘and this does reflect a
