As the year gets closer to winding down, it’s only natural that as a homeowner you start looking around your place and begin adding projects to your “to do” list for 2021. For many people, the start of a new year brings in a fresh new energy, excitement, and outlook, and that can manifest in home renovation and decoration projects. But before you get started on planning out your design, you may be interested to learn what is trending in 2021 when it comes to contemporary home décor and design. So, here are the top trends you may want to take some inspiration from.
Bring the Outdoors Inside
Here’s a trend that is perfect for those with a love of contemporary design. It’s all about bringing a sense of nature and the outdoors inside during 2021. This can be done using soft neutral colour palettes that you’d find outdoors, natural materials and fabrics, allowing plenty of natural light into the home, and of course styling the home with some well-placed houseplants.
All of these elements work together to create a calming and contemporary space that will be big in 2021.
Home Work Stations are Huge
Here’s a trend that really started to emerge this year in 2020, but will continue throughout 2021, and that’s the creation of a home workstation that is clean, uncluttered, simple, and sleek. There’s no reason to purchase a traditional office desk and chair, instead, you can add a more contemporary flair to the design. What this does is allow the space to flow with the rest of the house and act as décor rather than sticking out.
Wall Panelling
While you may assume that wall panelling will translate into a more country-feel to the home, in fact it all depends on the material you use. Wall panelling can just as easily be used to create a contemporary feel in a space, bringing focus to the shapes and lines in a room. And because contemporary design embraces both neutral and bold colours, you’ve got a lot of freedom with the wall panels.
In terms of the material you’ll want to use for the wall panelling, Moisture Resistant MDF is the “Go to option” and will be seen trending throughout 2021 and beyond. As CNC Creations points out, the key is to ensure that the panels have been cut to precision so they look clean and fit correctly. This is why they offer expert CNC routing services on a variety of materials, making sure your panels are perfectly true and ready for installation. They can handle any sized project, no matter how simple or complex it may be.
Hardware that Isn’t Visible to the Eye
While trends have come and gone, when it comes to hardware on cupboard doors, in 2021 it’s all about invisible hardware. No, it’s not actually invisible, but it is installed in such a way that it’s not on the front of cabinets and drawers. It gives a sleeker look to kitchens and bathrooms, and helps the design of the room flow without interruption.
Some examples can include integrated handles, push-style latches, and then edge-style cabinets. Keep in mind that this design trend usually requires a full update of your cupboards, so this is the kind of project that is perfect for a kitchen remodel.
Use Furniture as a Pop of Colour
Just because you’re into contemporary design it doesn’t mean you’re averse to pops of colour, and in 2021, pops of colour will be trending. A stylish way to incorporate this into your design is with bold furniture in a bright pop of colour. Sure this may seem like a big step, but when you pair it with an otherwise neutral colour palette, the effects can be nothing short of stunning. It can add a sense of elegance, character, style, and uniqueness to the room.
Less is More – the Mantra to Live By in 2021
As you style each room in your house you’ll also want to keep the saying “less is more” in mind. This will be a huge trend for 2021, as cluttered, over-decorated, over-thought out spaces are a thing of the past. In fact, the trend is to look through your home and figure out what you can remove from the space to create that less is more vibe. It’s the exact opposite plan that people think of when redecorating, as it may be as simple as decluttering.
If you’re having a hard time getting rid of things, then you want to place the emphasis on storage options that at least remove the clutter from the site.
Hot Designs to Follow in the New Year
So, if you’re looking to update the style of your home in 2021 and you are a fan of contemporary design, each of these trends can provide you with the inspiration you need to create a beautiful space.
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