Home decor designs are shifting with every passing year. The changes almost always reflect the current cultural and social outlook and overall approach to life in general. As we get settled into a brand new decade, it’s now time to make a checklist of your home decor goals for 2020. Whether you are planning to buy a new home or gearing up to redecorate an existing one, eschewing or following trends are aesthetic choices that make a statement about yourself.
Here’s a list of five home decor goals to keep for 2020 put together by our expert team to help you get started.
Vintage accents
Incorporating vintage accents is not a new idea, but it is making a serious comeback, edging past the Scandi or minimal trend that has been in for a while. A revival of the past is in full swing with retro decor pieces making their way into many homes. And you don’t need a big bank account to add oomph to your home when it comes to vintage pieces.
A quick visit to your local flea market or browsing small antique shops can get the job done. Pick up bric-a-brac like wire baskets, old tile pieces, rotary phones, mason jars and toys to add a touch of vintage charm.
If you seek slightly more elaborate additions pick up mid-century modern sofas, canopy beds, record players and gramophones, or old-style tables. Blend them with abstract wallpaper or accent walls to achieve the perfect vintage yet modern look.
Asymmetry and imperfection
Interior design has primarily been about symmetry and leading lines to draw the viewer’s attention. However, today’s hottest home decor trends are all about casual looks incorporating rustic and natural elements. The emphasis is on rough edges and asymmetry, but that does not necessarily mean crooked lines or unbalanced placements that appear odd.
Wabi-sabi is the art of accepting imperfections and giving priority to simplicity. Practised asymmetry is all about celebrating authenticity and harmony in the natural flow of things, which gives a more lived-in and welcoming vibe to your home.
Spartan spaces fitted with rough-hewn wooden tables, mismatched colours, an unorthodox pairing of fabric, and accessories made of earthy materials like stone or clay go a long way in making your home feel warm and cosy.
Indoor gardens
Indoor plants have enduring appeal and have been a part of interior decor through the ages. However, with more people spending an increased amount of time at home thanks to flexible working opportunities, incorporating more green into homes has now become imperative. And why not? Plants are inexpensive, purifying, and perfect additions to any room.
Line up light-rich spaces like window ledges and balconies with plants of different textures. Place large, ceramic or terracotta potted plants behind sofas and armchairs to lend a leafy look to the room. Mix up fronds, leaves, and vines by placing them on floating shelves, around pillars, and hanging planters. Keep it cool with a living wall, which also makes for an arresting sight in the room.
Gender-neutral children’s rooms
The world is becoming less binary in its outlook, and according to Pinterest’s predicted lifestyle trends for 2020, the gender-neutral look is very much in. From unisex haircuts to clothes to toys, children are no longer being segregated by blues and pinks. Home decor is no different. Want a unisex look for your brand new nursery or children’s room?
Opt for soft, neutral hues like beiges, creams, or greys as the base and add bright colour accents through different accessories.
Striped walls, rocking horses, chalkboard corners, or artsy wallpaper are all perfect to say goodbye to gender-identifying rooms.
Eco-friendly living
Greta Thunberg has reinforced the urgency for a greener way of life and homeowners around the world are taking note. Eco-friendly accessories, upcycled items, and sustainable materials have increased in popularity as more people turn to a greener way of living. One of the best ways to do that is to turn to existing accessories and reuse them to update your home decor.
Bring out the old step-ladder from the garage and use it to keep some books. Twist a roll of fairy lights around it and transform your living room corner. Fit an old vase with a bulb, cut out a simple lampshade with art paper, and you have a trendy lamp. Opt for natural materials like jute, coir, and bamboo where possible, and you will have a perfectly elegant yet environment-friendly home.