The warmer weather is finally upon us and with the ushering in of a new season comes the desire to freshen up the home with lighter and more vibrant décor.
Online furniture store Luxo Living has teamed up with interior stylist Megan Morton to bring the latest décor trends to life in its first ever popup showroom.
Drawing from the global moments that have impacted how we view design and the home―from lockdown all the way to Barbie dreamhouse mania―here are Morton’s top trends that will influence what will sell in your store next season.
Bye bye open plan
2023 is seeing the reinstating of physical barriers in our personal spaces. Australians all love an open concept home, but coming out of lockdown Morton thinks we’re going to start leaning towards a more European mentality where clever planning creates multi-functioning rooms that are both inviting and intimate.
“Open plan loves modern materials that don’t often offer any noise sensitivity,” she says. “With this trend, customers will look to add soft furnishings and a plush curtain wherever you can to decrease noise echo.”
Colour bombing
For too long we have opted for layered neutrals only adding subtle hints of colour as highlight afterthought. Now, however, we’re seeing colour becoming extremely prominent on the runaway, starting two seasons ago with Valentino (Barbie) pink and this is bleeding into our interiors as well.
“Doubling down on a colour superpower always comes across as passionate, inspiring and very unexpected. Try to think: are there more shades or hues of the one colour you love that you can use more of? Are there other textures where this colour can be achieved in throws, cushions and art?”
Refined comfort
Now more globally aware of our surroundings than ever, we all have a new bar for home comfort. Our interiors were once the simple domain of a few after work hours relaxing, but after a couple of years of chaos, what is important to us as WFH-ers and domestic-obsessed humans is balance.
“Living areas should wrap around us, bedrooms should envelope us and workspaces should be practical and delightful,” says Morton.
Decorate responsibly
The mantra for all purchasing now relies on our love and care for the things we invest in. Choosing wisely means thoughtful consideration, not necessarily endless budgets.
“Start with investing in the big basics, like a bed, sofa, dining tables and patio sets as they will take up the most space and need to be well thought out.
“Invest in fabrics, lighting and art―these are the things people notice and will last the test of time.”
