After a particularly stressful year, many people are already looking for ways to make 2021 a brighter time. Working with a professional to change the look of your home is one way to implement exciting updates. Here are a few interior design trends that can breathe new life into your rooms. 

What Are Some Predicted Interior Design Trends for 2021?

1. Zen 

The increase in time spent at home has encouraged many to seek out elements that promote a calm environment. While many have chosen to add more potted plants to their indoor areas, others have taken this a step further and incorporated rock gardens with water features.

With several paint companies listing bronze and tan shades as their color of the year, the incorporation of natural and earthy elements is expected to increase into the new year. Warm hues—like dark green, deep red, and rusted brown—on the walls, bedding, and furniture can make the home feel more comforting. 

2. Vintage

Finding antique and salvaged pieces for the home has become popular this year. If you’ve found a lot of vintage items and want to incorporate them in a creative fashion, try to provide a lot of contrast with modern furnishings and accessories to create an elegant and retro look that doesn’t feel worn or dated. 

The vintage pieces should be the focal point of the room. Ideally, work your way out from either the largest or most decorative items and surround them with elements that feel inspired by the era but don’t detract from the primary furnishings. This could be an area rug in a trendy color or an oversized mirror that reflects a focal accessory.

3. Contrast

The unique combinations of dark walls with light accessories and oversized furniture with sleek decorations make homes more functional and inviting while retaining a layer of chic design. The goal of this look is to focus on comfort. While most pieces should have a functional purpose, you can use bold accent items on the walls to maintain some personality and flair in the space.

Adorn the living room with plump, curved sofas and chairs in neutral colors, where you can spend hours curled up reading or binging a show. Paint the walls a dark shade of blue or green and adorn them with metallic artwork or shelves to make the decor pop. 

If your home could use a change in the upcoming year, turn to Help My Home in Hackensack, NJ. This home remodeling network connects homeowners in Bergen and Passaic counties to the best interior design experts for their particular project. Call (201) 317-5306 to speak with them about your home improvement goals.