2023 Interior Design Trends to Watch

2023 INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS TO WATCH

WRITTEN BY: POKI HAMPTON

Trends may be fleeting, but when used in moderation, the latest designs will prevent your home from looking dull and dated. So what’s on-trend for home interiors in 2023?

We asked local designers to share what they’ve been seeing at furniture markets and their predictions for the coming year.

01. BROWN IS THE NEW GRAY

“Color is making a big splash with warm, earthy tones. That’s especially true of browns, which seems to be taking over for cool grays,” said Lesle Veca of V Home & Interiors. For flooring, lighter brown is preferred while rich brown furnishings in classic designs are popular.

Don’t be afraid to go bold with brown. Paprika or marigold are good options if you want to stand out. 2023 is not the year to be timid with color.

It’s not just brown that’s taking center stage. “Green was a very prominent color at market,” Veca said. On-trend shades of green run the gamut from dark, nearly black to light sage green. Whatever shade of green you prefer, the color can help bring the outside in, creating an indoor oasis.

And while whites and neutral palettes will continue to be popular this year, look for measured, intentional doses of bold color.

Benjamin Moore’s 2023 Color of the Year is Raspberry Blush, a warm red with coral undertones. This bold color evokes joy, contentment and positivity. If you’re not brave enough to paint an entire room this shade, consider using it on an accent wall in a powder room.

Sherwin Williams went much warmer with Redend Point as its color of the year. A comforting, calming and intriguing neutral, the hue is versatile and would look wonderful in a kitchen next to fresh, white cabinets.

02. POLISHED SPACES & PLACES

This year, expect rooms to be less casual but cozy nonetheless.

“In 2023, we see a nod toward slightly more formal rooms, not stuffy or uncomfortable, but more polished spaces,” said Jeff McNeely, head designer at Niche Modern Home. “For example, skirted sofas and chairs to dress up the silhouette, covered in easy care fabrics. Warm velvets and deeper colors envelope the room and create a very comfortable sanctuary.”

03. BOLD & BEAUTIFUL

Lighting continues to be bold and large this year.

“The classic finishes of gold and white continue to shine in 2023,” said Ryan Jordan of Greige

Home Interiors. “We are also seeing a lot of natural stone continue to be used in lighting. The biggest new trend we have seen is the use of glass in lighting, not just clear glass, but seeded and wavy glass. We are also seeing the introduction of vibrant colors in the glass on new lighting pieces.”

Today’s wallpaper is bigger and louder, too. It’s definitely not your grandmother’s. Ranging from clean-lined geometrics to dark, moody florals, wallpaper will continue to be dramatic. Bamboo designs, metallics and organic grasscloth are on trend in 2023.

04. NATURAL SHAPES & TEXTURES

Wicker furniture, oversized baskets, sculptural finishes on case goods and textured fabrics like velvet and boucle will play heavily into the design mix this year.

“Today’s approach to traditional style is a fresh take on organic simplicity. Natural cane, reptile, metallic fabrics and wallpapers, stone and veneers add to that aesthetic,” said Lauren Yarbrough of Livio Designs. “The opulence in items like stone and onyx hardware, starburst veneers, and textures in easy care rugs are the hallmark of this look. Warm neutrals mixed with white and bursts of color were prominent throughout market.”

Brass and leather combos and burl wood will also be seen in homes.

Organic shapes in furniture and accessories are popular as well. Think undulating shapes in vases and lamps with metallic finishes. This trend reflects a desire for comfort even in more formal settings.

05. EARTHY TEXTILES & FIXTURES

Vendors are using nature as inspiration with natural, sustainable products.

“I would say the texture is certainly on the rise,” said Corrinn Fisher of Corrinn Fisher Interiors. “We are seeing rattan wrapped around brass lighting fixtures and the combination is phenomenal. This was introduced in the spring and was so well received they introduced them into several more collections.”

“Burl wood adds such an earthy warm feel to a space. We saw multiple finishes in dark, medium and a light blonde washed burl,” she said. Burl wood are external knots or growth on the tree’s trunk that create dense, intricate patterns.

Another on-trend earthy element is terracotta tile, which provides a rustic feel in colors ranging from dark, reddish brown to the softest creamy peach. Terracotta tiles would add warmth to an all-white kitchen.

On the retro minimalist side of flooring is terrazzo tile, which can be monochrome or colorful. Easy to clean and versatile, it’s definitely a trend to follow.

Trends come on like a hurricane and blow out like a fall breeze, but they can add life to a stale setting and inspire us to live well and embrace life. Use these trends to freshen up your space this year and make your home a place you love to be!