It’s the start of a New Year and indeed a new decade so when better than now to take a look at the design trends and influences of 2020?
1. The ‘Unkitchen’
This concept revolves around the idea that we are now using our homes in differing ways and thinking about how we might incorporate things like additional seating and alternate shelving. The beauty and simplicity of integrated cabinetry will also continue its popularity and we have some seen some stunning results with many of our clients choosing this option.
2. The ‘Cheeky Extras’
We have already seen this trend emerging in 2019 and if you purchase any home magazine currently you will no doubt find images that reflect its popularity. Adding banquettes to small kitchen spaces, extending joinery past the kitchen in similar if not the same material and maximising the space available with clever joinery solutions is not only beautiful but also clever.
3. The rise of curves and arches
It takes skill, patience and expertise to create curves in joinery and we will no doubt be seeing lots more rounded edges in kitchen and bathroom design. Arched windows have already begun to rise in popularity and the interest that these forms can create in a space will have us all wanting to replicate this look in our homes.
4. Terrazzo
Whilst already popular for flooring and homewares it is predicted that terrazzo will continue its reign and also be used for benchtops and splashbacks in 2020.
5. Exterior Metal Cladding
Given the issues surrounding combustible materials both architects and designers are now utilising alternate cladding such as zinc, corrugated steel, copper and Corten steel to great effect.
6. Neutral and Natural Colours
With the rise of sustainability and a focus on wellness it is easy to see how colours such as soft eucalypt green, beige, stone and earthy brown are having their moment. Natural, uncoloured, unbleached and non-processed materials that are good for the environment help us feel calm and enhance our well-being.
7. Homewares made of biomaterials
Necessity is as they say the mother of invention and climate change and sustainability are creating a socially conscious society determined to reuse and recycle. The benefit is the creation of materials and homewares that are made from recycled and recyclable materials.
8. Biophilic Design
You may have already seen the lamps you can purchase that change in accordance with the time of day to adjust circadian rhythms and promote restful sleep. This design principle takes us back to the basics and incorporates natural lighting, indoor plants and minimising the amount of pre-fabricated and synthetic materials in our homes.
The following article explains these concepts in greater detail - https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/the-8-top-architecture-and-interior-trends-set-to-influence-2020-stsetivw-vs~127719193