Discover interior trends for 2021 and home values in a post-pandemic world.

The world has changed tremendously since 2019. It’s like we hit a fast forward button from 2019 to where we are now. Despite the massive global economic crisis due to the pandemic, the design industry keeps thriving and reinventing itself to cater to the changing home landscape. While the overall uncertainty should have made people more financially cautious, more consumerism was seen in the home remodeling industry. 

Spending more time at home brought new habits and tastes, and encouraged householders to rethink their spaces and  preferences.

This is a list of the current interior trends I’ve analysed in an “almost post pandemic market. 

• Home detox, decluttering and home organisation.

This trend saw a rise in home organising groups and businesses and I love it.

In this trend, rather than investing in ‘status’ symbols, we see people prioritizing the products they use often. The focus is on the quality and small daily rituals like drinking coffee or family meals.

Getting rid of everything that doesn’t serve you or bring joy is seen almost as a form of spiritual practice and self care. The fascination with the Marie Kondo method remains strong as more and more people take on decluttering to help them organize their homes to be more functional and airy.

• Living with Nature and natural materials

Bring housebound through levelled 5 & 4 in 2020 brought a desperate demand for maximizing any outdoor living potentials of out spaces. Those lucky enough to have an outdoor space of any kind are investing both their efforts and money to change it into a second living room and a new place to socialize and host. The urban jungle trend evolves and grows deep roots in households traumatized by lockdowns. Lush foliage and vegetable gardens are popping up even in the smallest of (both indoor and outdoor) spaces.

A need to reconnect with Nature goes beyond living with plants. We see this trend reflected  as well in prioritising natural materials (like wool, rattan, sisal, stone, wood, cane, cork, bamboo,) in furniture, decor and products. 

• Earthy tones to bring Nature indoors

Warm earthy color schemes are used to further develop the bond with the natural world and create a sense of freedom presented exclusively by the great outdoors. 

Beige, brown, terracotta, amber, greige, sands, taupe are among the favorites as they promote wellbeing and a sense of tranquility and calm. This is why they are the base colours at NISA WLLCKX Interiors 🙂

• Soft organic shapes for calm and soothing interior spaces.

Organic shapes rank high in the top ten interior trends for 2021. Soft, flowing lines can be spotted in furniture, artwork, ceramics, decor and beyond. Originating from the art deco design style, these modern, reimagined sumptuous lines cultivate a relaxed atmosphere and a natural flow inside the space.

• Fluted furniture and surfaces to add texture

As a result of the overall minimalistic trend, the interior design field will see more creativity in using texture and layering. Fluted furniture and ribbed surfaces are becoming increasingly popular as high-end solutions for adding visual interest and warmth to minimalistic settings.

The most popular aesthetic includes smooth surfaces, natural tones, organic and curved and sculptural shapes with subtle mohair texture. This trend is a trend that has replaced wallpapers and murals! Hello Wall Mouldings, 🙂

• Arches in architecture, furnishings and decor

The arch design trend is being manifested through architecture, mirrors, paint work and ceramics. The symbol of renewal and ability to carry enormous weight, arch motif feels perfectly fit for the evolving narrative.

It’s curvy and structural, playful and dignified, calming and meditative. This is my favourite trend! There’s nothing like a good arch in a room, could be accessories, furniture or even a  mirror! See Arcc – Nisa Willockx for our Arcc mirror.

• Japandi – the evolution of Scandinavian modern minimalism

My personal favorite trend, I believe it is one that’s here to stay. Originated from the traditional Japanese philosophy Wabi sabi, Japandi design style stands for the marriage of the Japanese minimalism and the Scandinavian modern. 
The simplicity of this airy design concept promotes calm and introspection. The texture comes mostly from layering items from different time periods, natural materials, plants and dried flowers. It’s a mix of modern, nature, minimalism, Africa, industrial sometimes but always with warmth using texture and colour.

• Dried flowers for added texture

The trend of using dried flowers as decor is in full swing and I love it. Pampas is still relevant, but pay attention also to Lunaria and all sorts of ikebana arrangements. Anything dried goes. The beauty of it is that you don’t have to spend much. I must say I’m still an avalanche roses type of girl but I do it to compliment our minimal space.

Hope you enjoyed my read.

Nisa.