Off Trend - Say Goodbye to These Interior Design Trends

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Interior design is an ever-evolving industry, and with that, the trends are constantly changing. This year is no different as there are many new trends that are coming into fashion while several trends are being left in the past. Some of the interior design trends we're leaving behind this year have been around for decades, while others are simply fads that have quickly gone off-trend.

If you’re looking to ensure your home is on-trend this year, there are some things you may need to update. To help you determine what’s hot and what’s not, MyJobQuote’s interior designer, Ryan McDonough, has created this in-depth list of all of the trends that we’re saying goodbye to in 2023. 

Take a look below…

Generic Gallery Walls

Creating a gallery wall in your home is a great way to make use of empty wall space. However, when you create a gallery wall, you want to be mindful of what you’re trying to accomplish with that space. Avoid filing up an empty wall with generic, mass-produced pieces of artwork just to simply fill the empty space. It’s sometimes better to have a completely blank space than to fill the wall with unoriginal or uninteresting art pieces. If you want to create a gallery wall in your home, it’s important that you take your time and have a clear vision of what you’re trying to achieve in that space before you begin buying pieces of artwork. Ditch the generic pieces and choose something a bit more personal.

Hanging Unlined Curtains

It's important to treat your windows well with a good set of curtains or a fabulous-looking set of blinds. There are many different curtain designs available that are sure to bring something wonderful to your indoor space. However, unlined curtains are now a thing of the past, and we see a shift to lined options which offer more depth and some added luxury. Draperies are one of the most effective ways to enhance your home's elegance and charm. If you work with someone who is very skilled in their craft, you can achieve draperies with impeccable details, such as hand-sewn passementerie. These instantly create a much more bespoke and luxurious feel. Lined curtains are much more visually appealing from both the inside and the outside of the home.

Too Much DIY Furniture

Since the pandemic, many homeowners have been resorting to DIY furniture as a way of adding character to the home and saving a bit of money. However, we’re seeing a shift this year which leans away from DIY pieces. This doesn’t mean that you need to avoid DIY furniture altogether. A singular piece of DIY furniture, such as a handmade coffee table, for example, is a great way to invoke conversation with guests, and it can often work really well with other furniture pieces in a room. However, you want to avoid adding too many DIY furniture items to one room. When a room is filled with DIY furniture, it can begin to look less like an interior design choice and more like you've filled the room with a collection of recycled rubbish.

Chevron Patterns

Chevron patterns became very popular in UK homes around five years ago. While this design works brilliantly in small doses, it can easily become very overwhelming and can shift the focus from other beautiful accents in a room. Although it was once popular, it’s time to think about ditching this design if it’s present anywhere in your home. Instead, choose some less distracting patterns and designs, or simply go for a minimalistic, sleek look without incorporating any patterns.

All White

Although white can make the home look very bright and airy, and all white décor was once the in thing, in 2023, it's time to avoid this trend. All-white trends are now being completely replaced by warmer, earthy tones that make the home seem much more cosy and homely. People are now more drawn to soft and warmer colours as well as cosier furniture and décor items. Many people are now looking to bring nature inside, so earthy tones are a great way to do this rather than all-white décor. Combine earthy colours with botanical and biophilic designs for the ultimate on-trend aesthetic.

Open-Plan Living Rooms

Open-plan living spaces were once very popular as they can help to increase natural light and enhance the space. However, with more people working from home now, open-plan living is becoming less appealing, and people prefer to have separate spaces for areas such as the living room and home office. Open-plan living now lacks functionality, and it's seen as a much less productive way to use your space. This type of work is also very expensive as it involves knocking down several walls in the process. Instead, save your money and work on creating beautiful separate spaces within your home.

Minimalism

Minimalism has been increasing in popularity over recent years, particularly in millennial homes. However, 2023 sees a decrease in the popularity of minimalist home themes. People are now becoming more drawn to textures, depth, and dimension. Colour and energy are becoming more popular. This is perhaps why we've seen a rise in the popularity of wallpaper, as this is a way to bring colour and interest to your space without bringing in large pieces of artwork.

Rattan Décor

Rattan décor has been very popular over the past few years. From sofas to chairs to even beds, there are many different types of rattan furniture. However, it seems the popularity of this material for interior design has finally reached its peak. Too much rattan is now seen as being overwhelming and tacky. While rattan may not disappear altogether, it’s looking like rattan pieces in 2023 are being used as more of an accent rather than a focal point.

Light Woods

Light-coloured woods have been very popular in recent years. However, in 2023 we see a rise in dark-coloured woods and mixed tones being used. Mixed wood tones may seem quite intimidating at first, but this is one of the easiest ways that homeowners can create a space that feels more intentional and collected. Just using one singular wood tone throughout the home can make the space seem more sterile and, ultimately, less inviting. With this in mind, consider making use of a range of woods and textures to add interest and depth.