{"id":29859,"date":"2017-12-11T09:26:31","date_gmt":"2017-12-11T17:26:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/?p=2436"},"modified":"2026-04-28T07:53:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:53:04","slug":"2018-design-trend-predictions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/2018-design-trend-predictions\/","title":{"rendered":"Designer Predictions for 2018 Interior Design Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"

While interior design trends tend to run on the wheel, 2018 has some surprising – and welcome – shifts in focus. We spoke with designers across the country about what they\u2019re looking forward to and counseling clients on for the year ahead. Across the myriad responses, a theme emerged: a trend toward reverting to the natural world. Perhaps it’s our techno-saturated lifestyles, enmeshed in modernism, or maybe it signals a desire to escape the daily onslaught of information across channels. Whatever is behind the trend, designers agree 2018 is the year our spaces seeks a better balance between aesthetics and function and a more personal, natural sense of meaning. <\/span><\/p>\n

Prediction: Earthen Decor Will Play a Much Larger Role<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Source: ItalianBark.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll bring more nature decor into our homes, mimicking the natural world to create a sense of calm. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cAnticipate a re-emerging of natural wood from medium to dark and in every tone,\u201d <\/span>said designer Dawn Totty<\/span><\/a>. \u201cNatural wood finishes are becoming increasingly more popular and will be featured in all areas of the home such as, buffets, countertops, walls & ceilings, furnishings, dressers, side tables, decorative bowls, kitchen islands and utilitarian pieces such as lamps and plant containers.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

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Source: pinimg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

\u201cPorcelain tile that looks like wood is being applied in showers, bathrooms will be everywhere,\u201d said designer Gideon Lipnickas, designer and owner of Chicago-based remodeler <\/span>New Concept 180<\/span><\/a>. \u201cIt\u2019s not limited to traditional sizes and can create a feel of a hand-scraped wood.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cNature will permeate every area of our home, in the form of flowers, natural woods, faux furs and earthy tones,\u201d said UK-based <\/span>interior designer Nicola Croughan<\/span><\/a>. \u201cComplementing this is the frugal trend, as we embrace the handcrafted, the recycled, and the artisanal, portraying a simpler way of life in our decor.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

Prediction: Mid Century Modern Cedes Way to Organic Shapes<\/b><\/h2>\n

Furniture will become more abstract, with softer materials mimicking natural lines. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cInstead of the boxy furniture with straight, clean lines, we will see furniture with <\/span>more curves and organic shapes<\/span><\/a>, said <\/span>designer Alice Chiu<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Pied-A-Terre Sofa by Anthropologie<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cComfy curved couches and puffy sofas will be really huge,\u201d said <\/span>design blogger Hamna Amjad<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Prediction: Interior Design will take a more Eco-Friendly Approach<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Source: Amardeeps.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The natural aesthetic will be popular, but people will pay more attention to natural materials and responsible sourcing. \u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cEverything from furniture to wall colors to accents will turn toward the earth,\u201d said Amjad. \u201cBrowns, oranges and greens will become more popular. \u00a0People will look toward natural shapes, materials, and colors.\u201d Consciously sourced and eco-friendly furniture will also be on the rise. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s exciting from an interior design standpoint because it allows for rooms and decors that have greater purpose than just being aesthetically pleasing,\u201d said interior designer Ana Zuravliova of <\/span>Roman Blinds direct<\/span><\/a>. \u201c It allows you to create rooms that have real meaning.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Prediction: Mixed Textures and Patterns will Proliferate<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Source: Decoholic.org<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll see wilder mixes of textures and patterns in multiple, perhaps unexpected, areas of the home.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cDesigners are going to mix a variety of textures and materials in their designs,\u201d said Amjad<\/span>. <\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cGeometric patterns continue to be at the forefront of future design trends,\u201d Totty said. \u201cWatch for geometric patterns in tiles on bathroom and kitchen floors and backsplashes as well as textiles utilized in pillows, bedding, window treatments and area rugs.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Source: Domino.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

No matter if you are a groovy hippie or one who likes to collect pieces from around the world the eclectic bohemian home will always be heavily textured with colorful and or fun patterns,\u201d said designer and West Elm stylist <\/span>Angela Leslie<\/span><\/a>. \u201c[We\u2019ll definitely see] ethnic prints, macrame, tassels, and fringe.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Prediction: Metallic Finishes will Increasingly Mix with Natural Materials<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Source: Delightfull.eu<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Metallics will expand to multiple parts of the home – with brass leading the way.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cMetallics aren\u2019t going anywhere,\u201d said <\/span>Designer Bonny Ford<\/span><\/a>. \u201cMetallic decor doesn\u2019t just have to be lamps. It can be in the form of your desk, a table, maybe even an entire wall or wall decals. You can mix metallics and add anything from silver and gold to copper, bronze, and rose gold. I always love gallery walls, and those are great places to add metallics, whether it\u2019s in the art itself or painting the frames metallic.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201c2018 will be the year of finally mixing and matching gold, silver, brass, and copper,\u201d said <\/span>designer Ashley Marino<\/span><\/a>. \u201cChoosing a palette with two finishes can expand your design choices for the room while also making it a lot easier to add contrast to the space.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBrass is everywhere from furniture to lighting to accessories,\u201d said Chiu. \u201cWe see it today on sofa legs, dining chair frames, coffee tables, chandeliers, accessories, and much more.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Marble-Topped Brass Pedestal Coffee Table from West <\/span>Elm.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Prediction: Color and Mixed Metals Will Take Over the Kitchen<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Source: Domino.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

As we spend increasing time living and entertaining in the kitchen, it will move beyond function to become a design showpiece of a home, and colorful cabinets will lead the way. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\u201cHomeowners are going to want to revamp their space by adding color to the bottom set of cabinets in their home in 2018,\u201d said Moreno. \u201cEspecially in farm look homes, navy bottom cabinets will be huge.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n

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2018 promises opportunities to take risks with design you\u2019ve never before tried. Remember to have fun, be adventurous, and go with a design direction that reflects your personal taste. Whether you\u2019re renovating your kitchen<\/a> to make room for new painted cabinets, or going a more eco-friendly, pattern-heavy route by sourcing furniture from consignment and design boutiques, Dolly can help you make your vision a reality. We take the stress out of moving items – from stores that don\u2019t offer delivery<\/a> – or merely rearranging your existing furniture<\/a> to make room for a fun new update. <\/span>Get Dolly,<\/span><\/a> connect with a Helper, and get your 2018 interior design move-in ready. <\/span><\/p>\n

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