Interior design2 min read

Must-haves in 2020: five interior design tips for the year

Living room with a fireplace, tall windows and a chandelier.
Living room with a fireplace, tall windows and a chandelier.Completed work, photograph

Tired of the same wall, the same worktop and the same sofa? Thinking about a renovation? Here are five tips from NU Projects for a fresh start in 2020.

1. Colours

Pastel colours such as dusty pink or neo mint will still be in favour in 2020. Soft, calming colours l ike pale blue, muted green and neutral colours will be upcoming. Do not be afraid of warm neutral colours. Champagne tones will give a classic, elegant edge to your home. If you are looking for more bold and confident colours try Cobalt Blue, Aubergine or Kelly green. To make your interior cosier, use warmer tones like Grounded Red, and don’t forget to add a metallic edge with decor items.

2. Forms

Art Deco will have a comeback in 2020 in the shape of furniture. Curved edges and dreamy colour such as pale pink or light grey will be in, besides, richer shades like emerald, teal, rust or black will also be trendy.

3. Materials

Natural materials will be in. Glass, wood and stone, especially marble can make your home effortlessly stylish. Whether it is a coffee table, a kitchen worktop, a vase in the hallway or a whole wall, it will carry the room. Additionally, investing in a piece of marble can add value to your home.

4. Fabrics

In 2020, richly textured fabric will be popular. Leather, velvet or suede, each will add an elegant edge to your home. The easiest way to add new style to your home is to buy a new rug or a blanket. Make your home fresh and also cosy.

5. Styles

The eclectic interior style will come back next year. Retro colours and pieces were one of the big trends of 2019, and you do not have to give them up. Eclectic design mixes new and old, and lives on contrast. It is also the chance to leave fast furniture behind, and hunt for something second hand instead.

To talk to the team, send two lines through the contact form. You can also call 020 7731 6841. We usually reply within a few hours, weekends included.

The most important thing: don’t feel pressured to redo your whole home. Take one or two of these, colour or fabric, and build a look that suits you and lasts.

Published 10 December 2019. Written by the NU Projects studio, edited since for house style and accuracy.

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