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2022 Home Decor Trends and Design Styles You Will Love

With each new year comes an opportunity to re-think our spaces and create more comfort, style, and beauty in our homes.  With that in mind, I’ve been scouting out the 2022 home decor trends and design styles to share with you.

But before we get into the top interior design trends for 2022, when it comes to decorating your home, there really are no hard and fast rules–other than doing what makes you happy and resonates with your own design style.

While I can almost always find something to love and appreciate about different design styles and perspectives, they aren’t necessarily all for me.

That said, I do think it helps to learn about the latest design styles and decorating trends, because it expands your awareness of what’s out there and opens your mind to new ideas and possibilities for your own home.

Often, just by looking at your spaces with a fresh perspective, you can play around with what you already own and create an entirely new look in your home!

What are the home decorating trends for 2022?

Several recurrent trends are appearing for interiors in 2022. Some of the most popular elements include curves and arches, the return of herringbone flooring, and bringing nature indoors through color and plants.

From the growing popularity of natural materials, to pared-back minimalist design, to more versatile spaces, there are plenty of reasons to get excited about this year, especially when it comes to decorating our homes.

Is farmhouse style out for 2022?

While modern farmhouse style is still extremely popular, in 2022 and 2023 we’ll see this style continue to evolve into a more elevated look, borrowing aspects from European farmhouse style.

With the addition of natural elements, textures, vintage pieces, and earth tones, farmhouse style is growing up into a classic, timeless aesthetic.

If a single space could encompass all the interior design trends for 2022, it would be this stylish kitchen from Studio McGee.  Light and airy, incorporating natural elements like plants, warm woods, rattan (and curved barstools), this European-inspired, modern farmhouse kitchen is both timeless and on trend.

Love this beautiful organic modern kitchen design with curved barstools and pendant lighting over the island

What interior design styles are trending for 2022?

In 2022 and beyond, interiors are increasingly becoming less about what’s trendy and more about personal expression.

Rather than specific trends declining, we’re starting to see the lines between different design styles blurring, and as you scroll through below, you’ll see an interesting mix of decorating styles.  One example of this merging of design styles is minimalism and maximalism.  

On one hand, there’s the modern or minimalist look, incorporating luxe, marble and black elements.  On the other hand, there’s the maximalist look, incorporating layered textures, lots of plants, and vintage pieces.

The common thread I’m seeing with these two perspectives is the incorporation of natural, organic materials in the home.

As both of these decorating styles are on trend in 2022, feel free to find your own take on either, leading to a more personal approach to interior design and home decor.

See my post, How to Choose a Design Style that Feels Right for You, for more on this topic.

What furniture is in style for 2022?

For furniture design trends in 2022, look for curves, texture, and comfort.

You’ll see lots of curved chairs, sofas with gently sloping arms, and round poufs in velvet, linen, and nubby boucle fabrics.

In addition to natural wood tones and vintage pieces, we’ll also see a return of black accent pieces.

Marble furniture and accents will also be popular in 2022.

But, above all, comfortable seating and easy-care fabrics will take center stage.

Read on for more predictions for trends in home decor and interior styles, including kitchen design trends, furniture, living rooms, colors, and spring 2022 decor trends.

What are the Latest Trends in Home Decorating for 2022?

Trend 1:  Curve appeal

In 2022, we’ll continue to see lots of rounded furniture, including curved backs on chairs, sloped arms on sofas, rounded waterfall corners on desks and consoles, drum tables and ottomans, as well as curved accent pieces.

When I think of this trend, often a boho style space comes to mind; however as you’ll see in the spaces below, curves and arches can be a stylish and elegant addition to any style of home.

Whether you love or hate this trend, curves do add instant personality to a space, as well as creating a sense of softness and femininity.

In the coming year we’ll also see lots of curved architectural elements in the home, including arched doorways, curved bar designs and curved kitchen island countertops:

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Love this beautiful kitchen design with light wood cabinets and a grey kitchen island - kitchen remodel - jean stoffer designJean Stoffer Interior Designpendant lights

Here are a few simple ways to bring this design trend to your home:

 

Places like Lulu and Georgia, Crate and Barrel, and Anthropologie are great sources for curved furniture and accent pieces.

Here are a few inspiration photos to give you an idea of how you could incorporate this design trend in your home:

Beautiful modern living room seating area with curved swivel chairs - elizabeth lawson designA fabulous sitting area with cozy curved swivel chairs, from Elizabeth Lawson Design

 

Beautiful modern living room design with white walls, wood beams, see through fireplace and arched doorway - chris loves julia - living room ideas - transitional living roomChris Loves Julia

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Beautiful living room design with 2 curved sofas - luxury living room - contemporary living room - living room furniture - modern living room - salt design coSalt Design Co. – here’s a similar curved sofa

 

Love this beautiful kitchen pantry with dark grey arched cabinet fronts and marble countertops - modern kitchen design ideas - kitchen makeoverAmber Interior Design

 

Gorgeous kitchen design with blue island and arched doorway - Marshall Erb DesignMarshall Erb Design

Don’t feel like you have to go all out with a curved sofa, chair, or doorway if you’re unsure about the curvy aesthetic. 

There are simple ways to bring this design trend to your home, via curved mirrors, figurines, and lamps.

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Love this beautiful living room design with neutral furniture and decor - living room ideas - living room decor - modern living room design ideas - white living room - living room furnitureStudio McGeeChairMirrorLamp

Trend 2: Luxury – in small doses

2022 decor trends will see luxurious makeovers to some of the the least-expected spots in the home, including luxury laundry rooms, closets, kids’ bedrooms, basements–even garages!

Elevating often-ignored spaces within the home, like the powder room, home office, and entryway, will be on trend in the coming year.

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Luxury modern entryway - ideas and inspiration - light and airy entryway foyer with stunning light fixture and black framed doorway - Front Door Stain Mohawk Black We wanted to achieve as much glass as possible around the front door and a statement fixture than could be seen from the road #frontdoor #frontdoorideas #door #sidelightsM. Lahr Homes, via Home Bunchchandelier

But adding a luxurious feeling to a space doesn’t have to involve an entire overhaul. You can easily find ways to add luxury touches to your home through thoughtful details such as wallpaper, picture lights, luxurious throws, and scented soaps next to kitchen and bathroom sinks.

Love this beautiful modern bathroom with a light oak wood vanity cabinet, marble countertops, and freestanding tub - bathroom remodel - master bathroom ideas - bathroom cabinet ideas - bathroom decorAlisha Taylor Interiors

Here are a few ideas to bring a luxe look to your spaces:

 

As a part of the luxury trend, we’ll also see marble elements making their way back to the design world.  I happen to think you can never go wrong with adding a touch of marble to any space!

Here are a few inspiration photos to give you an idea of how you could incorporate the luxe design trend in your home in 2022:

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - luxury decor in the laundry roomThe Fox Group

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - luxury laundry roomsPure Salt Interiors

 

Luxury black and white laundry room with patterned tile floor. Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 Jean Stoffer Design

 

Luxury bathroom design with marble countertop
Space Exploration Design

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - marble in the kitchen
Amber Interiors

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Luxury bedroom with blush tones and a stunning chandelier
Design Works | Photo: Ryan Garvin | chandelier

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Luxury entryway design M. Lahr Homeschandelier – console cabinet – here’s another source for the cabinet

Trend 3: Restorative spaces

We all want our spaces to feel as good as they look, so in 2022 and beyond, the sensory experiences of our homes will become more important than ever.

People want to make their home feel like a retreat, so as they update their homes, they’re taking into account things like lighting, sound, and tactility, designing spaces to encourage restoration and relaxation.

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Beautiful modern master bathroom with light wood vanity - pure saltPure Salt Interiors

You can easily create restorative spaces in your home by incorporating cozy furniture, soft throw blankets, ambient lighting, and color palettes to create the mood you’re going for.

Beautiful light and airy living room design with built in shelves next to fireplace, modern accent chair, vintage rug, and light wood coffee table #homedecor #interiordesign #livingroomideas #livingroomdesign #livingroomdecor
Studio McGee –  Chair  –  Coffee Table

Scent

Interior design trends of 2022 aren’t limited to tactile and visual considerations — in the coming year, scent will take center stage as people aromatize different areas of their home to create certain moods.

  • For example, you might use peppermint or grapefruit in your home office to promote mental focus.
  • In the bedroom, you might choose orange to promote sound sleep.
  • In the living room, you might choose a woodsy fragrance, like cedar or spruce, to promote good vibes and feelings of sitting next to a warm fire.
  • And in the bathroom, you might add a touch of lavender to your bath water to promote relaxation.

Beautiful all white bathroom design with marble tile floor, freestanding tub and accent wall trim - bathroom remodel - bathroom ideas - bathroom designKate Abt Design

See my post, Essential Oil Diffuser Recipes to Make Your House Smell Amazing, for more ways to harness the benefits of scent in your home.

Diffusing essential oils in the kitchen - jane at homeour kitchen

And my post, 9 Simple Ways to Design a Home That Makes You Happy, shares ideas for creating spaces in your home for creativity, meditation, and restoration.

Trend 4: Nature inspired color palettes

Color trends for 2022

Tying in with the other decor trends in this post, a landscape-inspired palette of soothing greens, timeless blues, and warm earth tones will dominate in 2022–which is wonderful, as natural color schemes have been shown to reduce stress, increase productivity and creativity, and generally make us happier.

If you saw my post on the Top Home Color Trends for 2022, you know green was at the top of almost everyone’s “Colors of the Year” list.

Love this beautiful green cabinetry - becca interiorsBecca Interiors

 

Beautiful kitchen design with soft gray green cabinets - Jean Stoffer Interior DesignJean Stoffer Interior Design

Although green is the “it” color for 2022, for a timeless look, I always return to blue as a color that promotes positivity and elegance in a space without being too overwhelming–or underwhelming!

Blue works well with all other hues and tones, bringing a lightness and reassuring quality to our homes that will resonate with our lifestyles in 2022 and beyond.

Love this beautiful living room design with two blue velvet sofas, a light wood coffee table, and a capiz teardrop chandelier - living room ideas - living room decor - jean stofferJean Stoffer Interior Designsimilar sofasimilar sofa

 

Love this beautiful entryway and hallway with a vintage rug and a blue and white color paletteBarrow Building Group

In addition to greens and blues, muted terra cotta tones will continue to appear in spaces and home products, from hard materials like natural stone, clay, and wood, as well as soft materials like linen, wool, leather, and suede.

This beautiful modern living room design is a great example of how to incorporate earth tones in your home.  From Kassandra DeKoning, via The Everymom:

Love this beautiful living room with earth tones of terra cotta in the sofa and rug - living room design ideas - modern living room design - boho living room decor

This beautiful kitchen, from Jean Stoffer Design, is one of my all-time favorites. I love how she incorporated earthy, terra cotta tones through the decor and vintage Turkish runner:

Design and decor trends for 2021: Beautiful kitchen with vaulted ceiling, beams and black framed windows - Jean Stoffer Design #kitchenideas

This beautiful living room, from Amber Interiors, incorporates nature-inspired hues, arches, plants, textures — in other words, nearly all of the 2022 decor trends in one space!

Beautiful modern farmhouse living room with white linen slipcovered sofa, arched doorway, and earth toned rug - living room ideas - living room decor

Trend 5:  Plants and biophilic design

In keeping with the nature-inspired trend, our love for bringing the outdoors in will continue, but in a more sophisticated way.

Indoor trees, especially lemon trees and olive trees planted in large pots, will take center stage in the home.

2022 design and decorating trends - olive tree in large planter in the living room - living room furniture - living room decor - contemporary living room - modern living room - chris loves juliaChris Loves Julia

 

I love this beautiful modern dining room design, with its cane back dining chairs, long dining table and modern artwork - Studio McGee | dining ideas | dining furniture | dining room ideasStudio McGeechairs

 

Beautiful small living room with a modern sofa, light wood coffee table and woven globe pendant light - pure saltPure Salt Interiors

 

Beautiful modern living room with soft neutral colors and round ottoman - living room ideas - transitional living roomPure Salt Interiors 

Since indoor plants clean the air, create a calming effect, and promote wellbeing, it’s no wonder that plant parenting, propagation, biophilic design, vertical plant walls, and indoor gardens are more popular than ever for 2022.

Love this beautiful living room design with neutral furniture and decor - living room ideas - living room decor - coastal interiors - modern coastal living room ideas - pure saltPure Salt Interiors 

Miniature greenhouses and contemporary conservatories are another look that will be trending in the coming year, whether that involves adding a plant-filled spot in a sunny corner of your home, or simply creating a garden-inspired space with patterned wallpaper.

Beautiful powder bathroom with floral wallpaper - 2022 home decor and design trends

Studio McGee

Trend 6:  Textured fabrics

Bring on the textured fabrics!  Maybe it’s because we’ve all spent so much time at home lately, but cozy fabrics like velvet, boucle, and sherpa are continuing to trend for 2022.

Soft fabrics not only feel amazing but look chic and luxurious.  And, as you know, I’m a big fan of velvet, but I’m just now venturing into the world of boucle.

Amber Interiors

At first, I wasn’t a fan; however, the nubby look is starting to grow on me!  And with places like Target and TJ Maxx offering an assortment of boucle pillows and throws, this is a trend that’s not only chic but budget-friendly!

Here are a few ways to bring the textured look to your home in 2022:

Love this beautiful modern living room with cozy curved chairs and slipcovered sofa - living room ideas - living room decor - living room designAmber Interiorsarmchairs

 

A beautiful modern living room design with shearling throws on the armchairs - 2022 design and decorating trends

Studio McGeearmchairs

We’ll also see more fringe in 2022–especially on furniture pieces, like ottomans.

Decor and design trends for 2022 - velvet, arches, and fringe in the home - living room design - interior design - style

Studio McGee – velvet fringed ottomans

Trend 7:  Natural materials

In keeping with the trend of bringing the outdoors inside, in 2022, we’ll see a focus on natural materials like burl, rattan, cane, leather, jute, wicker, ceramics, and woven lighting, furniture, and decor.

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - natural wood kitchen cabinetsMowery Marsh Architects

 

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Beautiful dining room with warm tones, woven light fixture, cane chairs, and oval tableMindy Gayer Design

 

Pure Salt Interiors

There are few natural elements in a home more important than flooring, and in 2022, we’ll also see a return of one of the most timeless floor pattern styles:  herringbone floors.

Love this beautiful white kitchen design with herringbone wood floorsThe Fox Group

To successfully pull off a large-scale herringbone pattern, stick to neutral colors in the surrounding area so the design can shine.

If you love the look of herringbone, but aren’t quite ready to redo your floors, here’s a beautiful way to incorporate this trend in your kitchen:

Beautiful modern kitchen design with white cabinets, black pendant lights, and herringbone pattern on the kitchen island Jean Stoffer Interior Design

Trend 8: Minimalist spaces

For the last few years, designers have promoted minimalism as a way to create a calming aesthetic in the home, and this trend is now resonating more than ever.

Minimalism can enhance the livability of a space by reducing visual clutter and highlighting the main purpose of a room, making it easier to relax and focus.

See my post, How to Declutter Your Home: Simple Step-by-Step Tips, for more ways to embrace a more minimalist look in your home.

Beautiful modern dining room design idea - neutral colors and black pendant lights over table - anthology creative studioAnthology Creative Studio

 

Ames Interiors

Trend 9: Vintage finds

Another 2022 decor trend carrying over from 2021 is the popularity of one-of-a-kind vintage finds. Between supply chain issues and a greater focus on the environment, vintage furniture and décor will be an important trend in the coming year.

Moreover, vintage finds add unique personality and interest to a space while demonstrating a love and respect for the past.  Think beautiful woods, warm tones and textures, and curated rooms filled with character.

I love the incorporation of a vintage dresser in this beautiful bedroom.  Along with the woven light fixture and wood beams, this lovely vintage piece adds a touch of texture to offset all the soft finishes in this space.  From Janette Mallory Interiors:

Love this beautiful master bedroom design with a vintage dresser, neutral decor, bedding, and furniture, and a woven light fixture - bedroom ideas - bedroom decor - janette mallory

 

If you’d like to add more vintage pieces to your home, here are a few places to find one-of-a-kind vintage and antique textiles, art, rugs, furniture, and decorative accents for your home:

McGee & Co.

Etsy – my favorite source for vintage Turkish runners for the kitchen

Ebay

1st Dibs

Trend 10:  Multi-functional spaces

In 2022 we’ll continue to see versatility in the home, where spaces will be multi-functional, adapting to different activities and purposes.

Gorgeous neutral California living room decor with built in desk M Elle Design

An abundance of natural light, as well as a sizeable table and plenty of seating, make this beautiful dining space perfect for the demands of working, learning, and dining at home:

Top interior design and home decor trends for 2022 - Beautiful multi-functional dining room with striped rug and black wishbone side chairsLight and Dwelllight fixturetablechairsrug

Trend 11:  Black accent pieces

No matter what decorating style you embrace, every space can benefit from a touch of black decor or paint.  Black accent pieces and hardware are a great way to add some depth and contrast, especially when you’re choosing light, neutral colors for the main elements of your space.

Design and decor trends for 2022 include the use of black in a space for depth and interest, as shown in this beautiful modern kitchen design with white cabinets Jean Stoffer Design

For 2022 design styles, I also see a lot of black and gray coming into play with natural elements and earth tones.

Love this beautiful kitchen design with a black waterfall island, black and white pendant lights, built-in light wood wine rack, and white kitchen cabinets - kitchen ideas - kitchen remodel - kitchen decor - modern kitchen - millworksMillworks

 

Beautiful entryway with rustic console tableArchitectural Digest

 

Gorgeous open floor plan living room and kitchen designHouse Seven Designpendant lights

Swapping out existing hardware on nightstands, consoles, and kitchen or bathroom cabinets for black handles will add interest and depth to a space.

Beautiful bathroom inspiration - light wood vanity with black pulls and chrome faucets and sconcesPure Salt Interior Design

Trend 12:  Pampered pets

In 2022 and 2023, people will design their homes with their pets in mind, from luxury dog rooms to cat homes.

Our pets are part of our families, so creating specific spaces that are just for them makes sense, and I think we’ll see more of this pet-centric trend in the future.

A sweet pup and dog bath in this beautiful laundry room and pet bathing area from Monika HibbsMonika Hibbs

Up and Coming Design Trends for 2023:

I couldn’t fit all the 2022 design styles and home decor trends in one post, so here are a few more trends that will continue to grow in popularity well into 2023:

  • Coastal Grandmother.  This popular home and lifestyle trend emerged in 2022 and is continuing to gain traction in the interior design world.  Incorporating a mix of modern coastal style and Nancy Meyers inspired interiors, the coastal grandma aesthetic is all about a relaxed, elevated lifestyle anyone can embrace-even if they don’t live near the coast (and aren’t a grandmother!).  In this home decor trend, you’ll see plenty of easy-care white slipcovered furniture, colors of the sea and sand, and natural and organic elements–all of which speak to a relaxed, more intentional way of living and decorating.  See my post, What is Coastal Grandmother Style? (and why I love it), for more on this decorating trend.
  • Outdoor Living.  Homeowners are turning their outdoor areas and patios into mini vacation destinations for spring and summer 2023 outdoor living, as evidenced by the popularity of outdoor fireplaces and fire pits, swimming pools, and raised-bed gardening.  See my post, Beautiful Patio Ideas for Relaxed Outdoor Living, for more ideas for your outdoor spaces.
  • Creative Solutions for Working from Home.  Including nooks, closets, and flexible lighting and storage solutions.  See my post, Beautiful & Stylish Home Office Ideas, for more inspiration.
  • Luxury Bedrooms. More than ever, our bedrooms are becoming a refuge from the outside world, with things like luxurious bedding, a comfy mattress, a space to relax, do yoga or meditate, and a quiet place to work.  See my post, Modern Bedroom Design Ideas for a Dreamy Master Suite, for more ideas for creating a calming and luxurious bedroom.

I hope you enjoyed this post! The great thing about the majority of these home trends is that they’re here to stay, which means we’ll be able to enjoy them well into 2023 and beyond.

For a look at fall design trends, see my post, Fall 2022 Home Decor Trends and Design Styles.  And you can find the popular spring home decor and interior design trends in my post, Spring Home Decor Trends: What’s New for 2022.  

And, for 2023 decorating trends, see my new post, 2023 Home Decor Trends and Design Styles You Will Love.

Wishing you much love, health, beauty, and joy in 2022 and beyond.  xo Jane

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