The concept of fashion isn’t just about clothing — it also applies to home décor because just like what we wear, how we decorate our homes also creates an impression. And much like clothing fashion, home design trends can vary wildly. Here are some popular 2024 trends that might have staying power.
Home Design Trends for 2024
Statement Lighting
Years ago — except for that chandelier in the dining room — lighting fixtures were meant only to illuminate and not to be noticed. No more! Lighting fixtures are now meant to wow and come in all sizes, shapes and colors. Stealing the spotlight this year have been sophisticated, sculptural fixtures — particularly pendant lights.
Beyond lighting fixtures, think table, floor and accent lighting — all of which make up the lighting “wardrobe.” Ambient lighting — general illumination for a space — is your foundation piece. Task lighting for specific areas and accent lights that highlight artwork, plants or another specific area are your layering pieces. Construction materials and lampshades can make task and accent lighting pop. And that chandelier? These days you’re just as likely to see if in the bathroom or primary closet as you are the dining room are some home design trends for 2024.
Quiet Luxury
Applicable to both clothing and home décor, quiet luxury is all about purchasing classic, timeless pieces. These can often be expensive, so consider one large investment piece that you can build a room around with a few classic accent items to complement. Look for soft, luxurious materials and warm, rich woods. If purchasing a large item such as a sofa, quieter patterns are optimum to achieve the look.
Beyond fabric, consider the shape of the item. Don’t go too trendy; rather, buy a classic shape that could withstand reupholstery when you want to update your look. Remember, these pieces are meant to last and be passed down to the next generation.
Modern Maximalism
Call it a response to the quiet of the pandemic or maybe it’s just simply its turn — maximalism is back, but with a modern twist. Bold, rich colors on walls, sofas, rugs and more are having a moment as interior design moves away from subtle, monochromatic neutrals. Art and accessories are meant to be bold and expressive, and eclectic collections can create a vibrant and visual statement. (Just no baseball caps on walls, please.)
Multi-functional Spaces
One trend that has emerged in response to the pandemic is the need for multi-functional spaces. Dining rooms aren’t meant to be a second home office, but a little-used guest bedroom could be. A media room could easily double as a yoga studio. And if that formal dining room is seldom used, why not turn it into a music room, library or meditation space? Don’t forget smart storage that could quickly flex a room to a secondary use, such as a craft room or gift-wrapping station.
Our Model Home Runway
You could consider model homes as the “runway” of home fashion. Professionally decorated, they often showcase emerging trends as builders and their interior decorators aim to create a space that excites and inspires. Builders Chesmar Homes, David Weekley Homes, Highland Homes and Perry Homes have opened nine models in Riceland, showcasing an array of floor plans base priced from the $300,000s. Stop by 12002 Grassy Bend Drive in Mont Belvieu to see these design trends and others. Models are open daily.
