[ad] London’s greatest new trend in interior design and decorating?

As we get further into 2020, it’s worth noting London’s biggest new trends in interior design for the year. What can designers, decorators, and homeowners expect to see more of this year? From shifting colour palettes to wholly new takes on texture, London’s greatest trends are leaving the past behind and embracing the new decade. Your North London interior designers, M&Y Interiors, have put together a list of trends to look out for.

Shift from Blue to Grey

Designers’ love affair with grey finally seems to be abating. We relied on grey to pull together interiors for the last few years, from kitchens and living spaces to bathrooms and master bedrooms. Grey’s replacement is blue – or more specifically, navy blue. Blue will be London designers’ go-to colour for furniture, walls, and kitchen cabinets.

The kitchen is where we’ll see dark shades of blue the most. The all-white kitchen is being replaced by one with dramatic contrast. Two-toned kitchens, with navy blue or black cabinetry and white or light-coloured walls and flooring will be taking over London homes in 2020.

Neutral Shades

Nude colour palettes will be increasingly popular in 2020. Grey isn’t only being usurped by blue, but also by earthy, sandy tones. London homes will see more connection to nature or natural materials, like canvas, wool, or hemp. The warm neutrals of oatmeal or fleshy tones will help draw out these nature-inspired designs.

Another neutral palette designers and decorators will play around with is pink. Rather than the bright, Barbie shades that remind you of your teenage bedroom, soft, pale pinks will be popular. Keeping your pinks muted and matt is the chic way to use the colour without going overboard.

Scalloped Edges and Curves

We’ll see more scallops in London homes this year. Tile, cabinetry, and even furniture have given way to this curvy, ocean-inspired trend. Scalloped edges aren’t just limited to mermaid or fish scale tile in the bathroom, either. Scalloped edges stand out with curved, comfy, oversized furniture, or as detailing on kitchen cabinetry.

Another curve to look out for amongst London interior design trends is the archway. Hotels and restaurants are increasingly featuring arches in their design and decorating, creating soft yet sophisticated ambience. Homes that don’t have architectural arches can incorporate the shape as a motif instead.

Upcycling

Interior design, along with most other industries, is feeling the impacts of sustainability. More and more people are repurposing old or hand-me-down items to incorporate into their design. Inspired by trends like the slow fashion movement, more people will seek to reduce their consumption and waste.

Of course, upcycling has always been around, but with greater emphasis on responsibility and waste, London homeowners will take re-purposing to a new level. Going to workshops to learn skills in working with your hands is on the rise, with celebrities even taking up the trend.

Velvet and Texture

Another big London decorating trend coming up is texture. As neutral colours grace the walls, homeowners and decorators will find ways to liven a space up without using too many colours. Contrasting textures can add interest to a room, with cushions and blankets but also with plants and prints.

One texture in particular that will be at the forefront of London interior design this year is velvet. Emerging as a huge trend in 2019, velvet’s popularity will only increase in 2020. With a desire to create more comfortable, sumptuous spaces, designers are turning toward velvet beds and sofas to bestow the ultimate feeling of luxury.

Global Inspiration

London is one of the most multicultural cities in the world. It’s no wonder, then, that its homeowners and designers are relying on global influences in their interiors. From French antiques to Japanese inspired living spaces, people are trying to recreate international styles they see when travelling abroad.

Just like the fashion and interior design worlds, travel seems to be slowing down too. As people avoid touristy spots and hitting three cities in one week, they go instead for intimate, authentic experiences with local residents. They then aim to bring these activities back home, infusing their design and decorating with the foreign cultures they find so fascinating.

Final Thoughts on London’s Biggest Trend in Design and Decorating

Is there one, single trend that stands out among the rest? If we had to pick, we’d probably say upcycling and overall commitment to sustainability is the trend to look out for this year. Rather than a simple design style, sustainability is a mindset that carries over into all aspects of life. As luxury interior designers in Hertfordshire, we’re focussing on giving our clients the height of style and comfort, as we’ve always done, while maintaining ethical commitments to sustainability. And we likely won’t be the only interior design firm doing so in the immediate future.

This is a collaborative post.