Interior Designers’ Tastes Differ, But They’re On Same Page On These 2022 Trends

With all this time at home, you might be looking to switch it up a little for an inkling of that “change in scenery.” There are just so many styles to choose from, however.

It’s no surprise that even interior designers don’t always agree with each other’s choices, so BuzzFeed’s Ross Yoder gathered six of them to see if there was any common ground with their thoughts on popular home styles in 2022.

“Spoiler alert: They often disagreed with each other. But, that’s what makes design so interesting and subjective, right?“ the lifestyle writer notes. Still, there were a few trends that were less polarizing.

Scroll below to see some of 2022’s interior trends that the designers tended to agree on, and check the full lineup for more home inspiration.

Maximalism

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The polar opposite of minimalism, this trend looks different in every home. That’s because it’s an extension of people’s vibrant and complex personalities. “Maximalism is all about telling the story of life through your home,” details London-based architect Cliff Tan.

Maximalism reintroduces energy into the home during a time when it’s easy to get jaded.

Dual-Purpose Rooms

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The hybrid work era means homes, especially smaller spaces, have to wear different hats. “Our spaces need to work harder than ever for us,” says New York lifestyle expert Preston Konrad.

A word of advice before you shift your computer into the next room. Pittsburgh interior stylist Kiva Brent cautions against mixing work into places of rest because you will need to set clear boundaries (physical ones too) for work-life balance. Brent recommends that office elements be moved into the dining room or kitchen, instead of the bedroom.

Curves

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The designers agree that round and curvy elements are having a moment now, since they’re visually comforting and instill a sense of security. “This comes back to our most basic instincts,” describes Sydney interior designer Briellyn Turton. “We affiliate curves and soft lines with nurture and safety, and hard lines with harshness.”

[via BuzzFeed, images via various sources]