2022 is almost at an end, so let's look back at some of the interior design trends that stood out to us the most this past year. You can also check out our Best Architecture & Interior Design of 2022 photo collection, which features many of these trends.
1. Biophilia
BD House by Studio Arthur Casas
Biophilia has infiltrated every aspect of the design world. For interiors, biophilia is no longer just a case of putting a few potted plants down or building a house around a living tree.
There were still plenty of living elements in interiors, but the focus has shifted more towards embracing organic shapes, materials and colors.
2. Warm Minimalism
SHOW UNIT B3 by Republic Design
Minimalism is still going strong - even with its counterpart, maximalism, growing in popularity this year.
However, minimalism is evolving past its mainly white color scheme. There was an increasing presence of warmer colors like beige, cream and wooden tones in minimalist designs.
3. Creative Meeting Spaces in Offices
The Commons South Yarra by Foolscap Studio - Photography by Tatjana Plitt
Clients have been asking for creative cooperation spaces for their office designs. Meeting spaces have to be versatile and inspirational, and having a large room with a meeting table and chairs isn't cutting it anymore.
This year saw an astounding number of bleachers in offices. It is very similar to last year's trend of using staircases as seating, but can be implemented in single-level spaces. The bleachers are often seamlessly integrated with the overall interior design and try to steer away from the boring bleachers you may remember from your school days.
The conversation pit also made more than a few appearances in offices.
4. Timber Slats and Lattices on Walls
Ascension Paysagère by MVRDV - Photography by Ossip van Duivenbode
Walls were often adorned with timber latticework or wooden slats. This is consistent with the global trend of using more wood, often sustainably sourced, in architectural projects.
For the even more environmentally conscious, bamboo was used instead. For example, this beautiful tea house by Kengo Kuma & Associates features bamboo 'umbrellas' along the wall and ceiling.
5. Curves
Self-Revealing by StudioX4 - Photography by YHLAA
Arches and other curvy lines showed up in more interior spaces this year. This is closely related to the biophilic trend of course, as it mimics nature's wavy organic shapes.
Self-Revealing by StudioX4 uses curves to create a calm space that is perfect for meditation and self-reflection.
Year in Review: The 5 Biggest Interior Design Trends of 2022
2022 is almost at an end, so let's look back at some of the interior design trends that stood out to us the most this past year. You can also check out our Best Architecture & Interior Design of 2022 photo collection, which features many of these trends.
1. Biophilia
BD House by Studio Arthur Casas
Biophilia has infiltrated every aspect of the design world. For interiors, biophilia is no longer just a case of putting a few potted plants down or building a house around a living tree.
There were still plenty of living elements in interiors, but the focus has shifted more towards embracing organic shapes, materials and colors.
2. Warm Minimalism
SHOW UNIT B3 by Republic Design
Minimalism is still going strong - even with its counterpart, maximalism, growing in popularity this year.
However, minimalism is evolving past its mainly white color scheme. There was an increasing presence of warmer colors like beige, cream and wooden tones in minimalist designs.
3. Creative Meeting Spaces in Offices
The Commons South Yarra by Foolscap Studio - Photography by Tatjana Plitt
Clients have been asking for creative cooperation spaces for their office designs. Meeting spaces have to be versatile and inspirational, and having a large room with a meeting table and chairs isn't cutting it anymore.
This year saw an astounding number of bleachers in offices. It is very similar to last year's trend of using staircases as seating, but can be implemented in single-level spaces. The bleachers are often seamlessly integrated with the overall interior design and try to steer away from the boring bleachers you may remember from your school days.
The conversation pit also made more than a few appearances in offices.
4. Timber Slats and Lattices on Walls
Ascension Paysagère by MVRDV - Photography by Ossip van Duivenbode
Walls were often adorned with timber latticework or wooden slats. This is consistent with the global trend of using more wood, often sustainably sourced, in architectural projects.
For the even more environmentally conscious, bamboo was used instead. For example, this beautiful tea house by Kengo Kuma & Associates features bamboo 'umbrellas' along the wall and ceiling.
5. Curves
Self-Revealing by StudioX4 - Photography by YHLAA
Arches and other curvy lines showed up in more interior spaces this year. This is closely related to the biophilic trend of course, as it mimics nature's wavy organic shapes.
Self-Revealing by StudioX4 uses curves to create a calm space that is perfect for meditation and self-reflection.
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