Back to the Future: Interior Design Trends for 2021
Moody blue library, Interior Design: Shoshin, Photographer: John Merkl
COUPAR gazed into our crystal ball to forecast what will be the trends for interior design in 2021. With the pandemic still raging outside, the home reigns supreme. Since 2020 was such an unfortunate year, we look nostalgically to the styles of the past. After years of white, neutral, minimalist interiors with mid-century furnishings, we hunger for color, pattern, layers, and history, which all read better in a Zoom background. Along with classic traditionalism, designers will incorporate Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, and French Country elements in fresh new ways. Color palettes include moody forest hues, calming sea tints, deep jewel tones, and earthy pigments. A renewed interest in craftsmanship and artistry, associated with the past, combines with future sustainability.
Inside out living at Casa Cielo Azul: Builder: Grassi & Associates, Architect: Juancarlos Fernandez while at Lail Design Group, Interior Design: Leslie Wilks Design, Photographer: Adrian Gregoretti
Now that we can not travel to explore nature, we need to blur the line between outdoor and indoor living. Design and architecture that allows for interaction with nature and the elements either directly or indirectly through representation will prevail. Expect to see more glass, natural light, water features, authentic materials, earth tones, and greenery. Furnishings that smoothly transition from the inside to outside are back in vogue, including vintage wicker, rattan, and cane furniture from Bielecky Brothers, Wicker Works, and McGuire.
An intimate study in a St. Francis Wood Tudor: Interior Design: Martin Young Design, Photography: Jose Manuel Alorda
In 2021 houses will see the return of doors, walls, room dividers, individual spaces, and less of the past's ubiquitous open floor plans. Since sheltering in place started in the San Francisco Bay Area on March 17th, homes needed to function overnight as offices, schools, playgrounds, gyms, and entertainment areas. Whereas at one time, an open floor concept allowed families to spend quality time with each other, they now don't provide privacy and quiet for work, education, relaxation, or sanity.
Music room in Modern Highrise: Interior Design: Kendall Wilkinson Design, Architect: Geddes Ulinskas Architects, Builder: Ryan Associates, Photographer: Drew Kelly
Lockdown has meant the absence of arts and entertainment in our lives. Clients will want dedicated areas in their residences to listen to music, view films, or hold private concerts. While the designer can execute media, theater, and music rooms' aesthetics, selecting home electronics can be daunting. That is where a trusted integrator is essential to blend technology seamlessly into its surroundings. COUPAR's go-to for this is Amplified Lifestyles. Their expert team builds bespoke systems using the best products and superlative service.
