Draw Your Interior Design Inspiration from These 5 Trends for 2023

Just like fashion, interior decorating styles come and go. No one knows this better than us! As a leading Chicago interior design firm, it’s our mission to help people like you to maximize your home’s value and stay current with the latest trends. Of course, this means you need to be willing to make some changes and upgrades from time to time. Fortunately, that doesn’t mean you have to gut your entire place and start from scratch (unless you’re enthusiastic about a full renovation!). So, how can you keep your home stylish and beautiful without losing your mind? Whether upgrading an existing space or designing a brand new one, the following five trends for 2023 will provide you with all the interior design inspiration you need to keep your space fresh and vibrant.

Pops of Color

Cool gray and neutral palettes are on their way out in favor of exciting pops of colors and warmer tones. Our Chicago interior design experts are seeing this trend emerging everywhere, from wood slatting, thin vertical fluting, and textured walls to bold tiles, rugs, throw pillows, and even marbling. For example, while pristine white marbling may have been popular recently, homeowners and designers are bringing it back for stove hoods, fireplaces, and even shower walls. It complements any design style and bonus . . . no grout lines!

Rich Textures

Our Chicago interior design team loves texturing, so we are excited about this style trend! Beyond a bold color, wood accent walls are now showcasing tantalizing patterns and textures. Homeowners are playing with wallpaper and wood slats to create eye-catching elements that set the tone for the entire space. We also believe everything can be upcycled and go from old to new and stylish! You can use older furniture that incorporates cultural or African patterns or even add some fun with 70s-styled decor. Darker, warmer woods are also some of the latest trends, as they give your home a touch of that iconic 70s-style, modernized feel.

A Touch of Nature

As people return to their roots and try to connect with nature in their everyday lives, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing nature-inspired pieces popping up all over the place. Natural wood furnishings (or even manufactured furnishings designed to look like raw wood slats) and biophilia plants create a calming, serene environment that is still thoroughly modern and appealing.

Not only are people designing their homes with visuals but also bringing in experiences, waterfall faucets into the tub and sink, infrared saunas, massages, and towel warmers. The bathroom is now a perfect place to create an atmosphere of wellness (think waterfall faucets in the tub, infrared saunas, and skincare mini-fridges. Those who live where the winters get cold may also want to opt for towel warmers. With a nature-based focus on wellness, many people are now able to create a retreat at home. This goes hand-in-hand with soft organic shapes and light-colored furniture. 

Micro Luxuries

Covid-19 taught us it’s incredibly important to have a living space that you truly love. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford to pull out all the stops and build an indoor sauna or design an industrial-style kitchen. What we can do, however, is to go big on one or two rooms or statement pieces. Large soaking tubs, gold flecks on your bathroom tile, backyard hot tubs, white oak kitchen cabinets, or a spectacular double oven could be the special, luxurious touches you need to transform your home into your oasis.

A fun micro luxury example is incorporating coffee machines into one’s home not only in the kitchen but in the office, master bathroom, or bedroom.

Modernist Curves

We’re not saying clean lines and straight edges are out, but we are saying that there’s more to living (and interior design inspiration) than just that! Many people are jumping on the bandwagon of incorporating modern curves in their homes to create a sense of dimension. Look for rounded furniture, staircases, arches, and more.

Updating your home should never be an overwhelming or stressful task. Instead, it should be a fun opportunity to bring your space into harmony with modern style. Drawing inspiration from these five trends, you should be well on your way to creating an incredible living environment for 2023. And with Studio MAK on your side, you can’t go wrong. As a leading Chicago interior design firm, our experts are fully qualified to help you achieve the home of your dreams. Reach out to learn more today.