4 INTERIOR
DESIGN TRENDS
FOR 2020
Don’t be caught with designs that were “so last decade.”
Enter 2020 in style with some trends and tips that
are leading the new decade, focused on comfort and
sustainability with a touch of modern technologies.
• TREND: Paint Colors of the Year – Each year, paint
companies release their picks for colors of the year.
Think pinks, greens, and blues for 2020, with rosy
shades to update neutral walls and navy blues to
create relaxing spaces.
TIP: Before painting an entire room, paint a small part of
the wall and watch how natural light falls during each part
of the day. The sunlight will affect the colors you choose.
• TREND: Sustainability in Design – Reusing materials
in new designs isn’t a novel idea, but this year,
designs are incorporating more materials that are
perceived as humble, such as rattan, plywood, and
jute. These types of materials can be recycled and are
biodegradable, maximizing positive environmental
impacts.
TIP: Incorporate sustainable design trends like Wabi-Sabi,
meaning perfectly imperfect, which encourages reimagining
and loving the existing pieces you have in your home.
Incorporating nature, something inherently imperfect,
through wood, natural stones, and plants is an easy way to
embrace Wabi-Sabi.
Vanities and bath cabinetry have also arrived in the 21st
century. Vanities are no longer empty-shell cabinets that open to
a cavernous interior with little customization. Current options for
drawers and cabinets include specialized areas for storing your
blow dryer neatly away and stackable storage options for makeup.
And while you’re standing in front of that vanity applying your
makeup, you can watch TV in the mirror! New technology allows
your favorite TV program to be projected onto the mirror, so you
can keep up with the latest baseball scores or check the weather
before going out.
Slate and marble tile are always elegant options for bathrooms,
but one of the latest trends in baths are porcelain tiles that mimic
wood. These tiles come in sizes up to 48” and can be laid to look
like natural woodgrain, without the worry of water damage.
Laipple notes that the woodgrain appearance really warms up the
bathroom.
And speaking of warm – your toilet can be warm too.
Homeowners can opt for a “throne” with a retractable base that
comes out and heats your feet as well as the seat of the toilet. And
new touchless flushing helps prevent the spread of germs among
your family, along with a bidet, which ensures a much cleaner
experience.
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• TREND: Wallpapered Walls – You may find yourself
removing wallpaper, only to replace it with more
wallpaper! Bold-patterned designs can create a
statement wall, or busier patterns can be used to
decorate a half bath.
TIP: If you’re not sure you want to take the plunge into
committing long term to wallpaper, try removable
wallpaper. You can easily remove, reposition, and reuse it
throughout your home.
• TREND: Technology in the Home – Love it or hate
it, technology will be ever-present in our homes;
and with an increase in the opportunity for people
to work from home, housing our technology has
become a design opportunity. Large media consoles
are becoming a thing of the past as technologies get
smaller or completely digitized. Storage options are
turning more display friendly (think open shelving) to
act as another design element for your home.
TIP: Personalize your spaces to your needs. Have a dining
room but need a home office? Repurpose the space
according to your needs. Add in a desk and a relaxed
seating area, creating a comfortable, yet creative area for
you to work.
WEST MIFFLIN
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