You read it here first! We’re predicting what we think will be the biggest trends in home design in 2023. If you’re planning a update to your home, we hope these ideas will provide some inspiration.
Biophilic design
Biophilic design is still going to be big in 2023. Biophilia translates as ‘love of life’, from the Greek bio (life), and philia (love). In design terms, it really means ‘love of nature’ and it’s all about bringing the outside in. It uses natural texture such as wood, and living plants to create a natural-feeling environment. You can find out more in our complete guide to biophilia design.

Plants and pots by plant stylists Leaf Envy. Prices start from £12.
Maximalism
Recent events saw most of us spending more time at home than before, and many of us felt the urge to ‘nest’ and turn our houses into cosy retreats. If that was you, then the maximalism trend is right up your street! It’s not about living in a clutter, it’s more about adding layers of contrasting texture and colour to create an individual effect. If you’re the sort of person who hesitates between the blue cushions and the purple cushions, get both – and the matching throws! You’re aiming for a cosy cocoon that reflects your personality.

Set of two ivory tassel baskets, £28.99 by BTFY, available from Vonhaus.
Sustainable decor
More and more of us are looking for sustainable, eco credentials when we shop, as well as considering price and aesthetics. Buying second hand and upcycling are still on trend as well as laudable, so if you love rummaging in junk shops you can rest assured you’re right at the cutting edge of fashion this year! We’re also seeking out more designers and creators who use recycled or sustainable materials such as cork, aluminium, linen and bamboo in their work. In 2023, why not try and support a small business who’s working with more eco-friendly materials rather than buy big brand? You’ll end up with a more individual look in your home as well as helping out a small creator.

The Sustainable plains collection (above) by ILIV contains three hundred fabrics across sixteen varying bases from corduroy to herringbone weaves using a variety of sustainable yarns including recycled polyester, bamboo viscose, BCI cotton and organic cotton and linen content. Prices start at £30/metre.
French country
Another perennial favourite, we predict that the French country trend will still be a strong player this year. We can see why it remains so popular – it’s a classic look that suits most shapes and styles of room, and it’s not so quirky that you’ll get bored of in quickly. This look relies on neutral tones, lots of light and an airy feel. Think piles of cushions and throws in different textures, all in soft, muted colours. Add a pale wall colour such as cream or light grey. You can add touches of colour in the shape of navy or purple accessories, but avoid bold, primary colours as they’ll be too jarring.

Versaille French-style dining chair, £235 from Peppermill Interiors.
1970s glamour
Finally, the 1970s is back (you may or may not be pleased about this, depending on whether you can remember it from the first time round or not!) This look is all about overblown glamour – smokey glass coffee tables, low leather sofas and lots of textured fabric such as hessian and linen. We’re not advocating that you go as far as shagpile! You could also add some fun fur throws to chairs and sofas, and – for maximum authenticity – a lava lamp or two.

Dolce velvet lounger bean bag chair, £129.99 from BeanBagBazaar.
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