This is a collaborative post: Our homes are a blank slate that we can cover in any style or decor that we like! Whether you’re looking to reinvent a tight space or you want to give a new area a punch of life- there are dozens of styles and methods to adhere to. Instead of having to search endlessly and ending up with a giant amalgamation of all of them, there are the top ten design methods people are sticking to this year.
Modern
This style should always be an obvious choice. With sleek lines and stark color palettes, modern homes have been popular since the 1960s. This longevity doesn’t mean they’re not hip or stylish still! Brought into the modern era, in the 2020s modern home design is all about white and crisp surfaces, from white kitchens with crisp cabinets and marble counters to bright white bathrooms with clear tile and cotton curtains. You can quickly and inexpensively create this look; the only problem comes when you have to maintain the pure white cleanliness!
Minimalist
This style needs no extensive introduction. Minimalism has been popular on and off again since the 1920s. By working hard to pare down your belongings, minimalism asks what you need to be happy and fulfilled. Are you buying things because you like them, or is it only because you feel like there’s a space in your home that needs to be filled. You can make this work in nearly any home, don’t think it means you have to throw away anything important to you. Your belongings have significance and meaning; don’t let yourself throw out things that matter.
Scandinavian
To describe this look, I just have to lead you to the Ikea website. Scandinavian style is a lot like modern home design, but there are more textiles involved. Scandinavian style is rugged in an elegant way, from large soft blankets to faux fur rugs and intricately knit chair covers. Much of this decor works well with driftwood and somewhat beachy feelings while not steering too hard into California vibes.
Industrial
This style is more prevalent in bachelor pads than in family homes, but it’s still a prominent style! Featured mostly in large cities, industrial style lets you show off the parts that make your home. From exposed brick and pipes to interesting and raw feeling art, this style is inventive and resourceful. A significant portion of this design method is that you can find ways to make it work sustainably. Reusing older pieces and making them look shiny yet worn works so well for industrial style.
Cultural
Many people are using their homes to connect with their cultural roots. From using Zimbabwe inspired decor to going for a Celtic style, people are reaching out to their ancestors and culture in a way that hasn’t been seen before. Although some people are also trying to show appreciation for other cultures in their home decor, it’s more common that people are reaching out to their own family’s past.
Vintage
We all love a good vintage look. The vintage style catching everyone’s eyes this year is that of the 1970s. These pops of color, sleek shapes, and spacious rooms have inspired many homeowners into recreating the look. Although collecting real vintage pieces can be expensive, retro manufacturers out there offer remakes of chairs, dressers, and even clothing. This style may be the most expensive option on this list!
Shabby Chic
This style was prominent in the early 2010s, and it’s making a huge comeback. With all of its mason jars and faux burlap pinboards, Shabby chic is a way to bring a fun quaint feeling to any high-class home. This look has to be extremely balanced, or you might tip all of the courses over into only shabby. With careful planning, an eye for detail, and a little fun, you can make this look work for you.
Cottage and Country
Also known as cottagecore, the soft life-on-the-farm look that country home design offers makes a huge comeback. Decorating with eclectic but natural-looking items, filling your home with plants, and paying particular attention to your kitchen’s decor come in big here. You could even work to create a space outside of your home to push this even further. Gardening, baking bread, and settling down in a good chair for a book are what this style is supposed to bring to mind. It’s an inexpensive and straightforward style, using wicker and hand-me-down mismatched furniture pieces to work genuinely. Don’t be afraid to mix furniture styles and colors; it pushes this rural and comfortable feeling even further.
Art Deco Style
The 20s are here! Okay, sure, it’s currently the 1920s, and we’re having to different couch brands instead of running out to a swing band performance- but! This style is a fun look to incorporate into any home. Sleek surfaces, fun details, and a little velvet go a long way with this look. Although you can get your inspiration from movies like The Great Gatsby, you shouldn’t let them be all you look at! There are tons of vintage styles from the 1920s you should let inspire you!
Eclectic Kitsch
Also known as diner decor, this type of home design is there for anyone willing to put it all out there. Cluttered thoughtfully, eclectic kitsch style fills space and keeps the eyes moving from detail to detail. People who visit your home might notice something new every time, finding intricacies and cute little pieces that you’ve hidden among pictures on your wall or nicknacks on your shelves. This design type isn’t a hoarding style; it’s a carefully thought out curation of your belongings, laid out to inspire and entertain.