In the ever-evolving world of home design, we’ve identified five trends that we see as leading the pack in 2020. We also share some home design trends that are on their way out. Overall, we are seeing a shift from magazine-perfection to cosy minimalism, from rich colour schemes and industrial accents to white colours and natural, organic design elements along with wooden florring. All while incorporating the latest innovations in smart home technology!
Technology Is In
Home automation continues to grow more sophisticated and widespread. Google Nest and Alexa now perform many household operations from a single tablet, smart phone, or simply by voice command. There are several ways to automate your custom homes and integrate smart functions into your living spaces. As a whole, smart integrated products are continuing to gain favour in 2020 as we move toward optimizing our homes to better fit a modern way of living.
Universal Design Is the Future
Universal Design, or designing homes that can be accessible and comfortable regardless of age, disability or mobility, has been gaining popularity over the years. As the population ages and limited ability is becoming more common, universal design for not only homeowners but their family members is a rising theme. From seamless floor transitions and wider doorways to lever door handles and curb-less showers with benches, there are countless Universal Design elements to incorporate into your custom homes now that will pay off big in the future.
Layer the Old and the New
Worrying about whether your antique table matches your chairs or banquette? Don’t! Creating a room using both vintage accents with a modern aesthetic shows the desire to go with what you like instead of clinging to a single design trend. The “grand millennial style” blends elements of classic design with contemporary pieces of modern art and clean-lined furniture. European touches are showing up on furniture in the form of spooled legs, sloping arms, and knife-edge welts. Curved couches from the 1930s and 1960s have made a come-back, as have canopy beds. However, today’s canopy bed comes in modern style using acrylic, metal, and sleek upholstery. No chunky headboards and heavy fabrics here.
The look for 2020 includes smart homes on white lines, lots of flexibility, and lots of cosy comfort. Layering of old and new provides the opportunity to select pieces that speak to you and integrate them into your home with items you already own. Technology ties everything together, making it easier than ever to control your environment support universal design, improving accessibility and mobility so that you can age in place.
Make your home a gracious and comfortable space for entertaining, being with your family, or just relaxing on your own. Incorporating these 2020 design trends into your current home or future home construction will surely guide you towards your dream living space.
