A Reflection on Home Design Trends in 2023
After the Melbourne Design Fair hit the Convention and Exhibition Centre in October, our team was inspired to reflect on the trends that shaped our industry in 2023.
As regional leaders in home construction and design, it’s our job to know what’s hot and what’s not, so we can recommend the most fitting home design for your needs.
So whether these trends resonate with you or not, let us know what suits your style and how we can apply it to your new home
Funky Colours & Textures
Call it a post-pandemic revival, but pops of colour and quirky collections are making their way back into Australian living rooms.
While minimalism and monotonal design have had their time in the sun, there is now room for that eye-catching coffee table, highlighted hatstand, or a saucy statue just because! You don’t need a reason to show some personality in your own home, so hit up the local op-shop or boutique furniture store and splash some cash on a piece that draws you in and starts conversations.
This extends to textured wall art which drops the ‘Do Not Touch’ sign and replaces the old television in the corner. Whatever best allows you to express yourself is the perfect piece for your home. Now that we’ve re-emerged from the doldrums of lockdown, there is no time to be self-conscious about your interior design choices – embrace your personal style!
Sustainability and Biophilic Design
Technology has levelled up of late and there is no excuse for fighting the future as you design your dream home. More energy-efficient appliances are commonplace, and people are wearing their 5-star dishwasher stickers with pride.
Energy efficiency has also been improved by smart home technology with its range of settings, such as sensor lights, more accurate climate control, and even smart irrigation systems in the garden.
Biophilic design has also grown in 2023. This is where natural elements, materials, and forms are incorporated into spaces to encourage a connection with nature.
Simple additions such as more indoor plants can feel like a breath of fresh air, especially if you’re working from home and feel stuck inside all day. If you feel like taking things to another level, natural materials such as timber and wool, plus earthy colours can strengthen your connection to nature.
You could also include more light and garden views with larger windows. However, if that’s not in your budget, we recommend sticking with nature-inspired artwork or furniture that strays from the straight and narrow, mimicking natural curves and flaws instead.
Play with Shape
This previous point leads us to the biggest curveball of 2023. Not only has minimalism been replaced by funky colours as we mentioned earlier, but statement pieces now take whatever shape they like. Some of the examples we’ve seen at the Melbourne Design Fair and elsewhere appear to have a mind of their own – twisting crazy shapes and inviting you to get your head around them.
It seems interior designers are taking the balance of form and function and challenging them both. While a curvaceous chaise might look totally uncomfortable to some, a quick sit reveals that unusual designs can be functional too. Similarly, just because that timber coffee table in the store window appears riddled with blemishes, its core function remains well intact.
Over this past year, we’ve learnt not to judge a couch by its cover and give the unusual a chance before we move along to more familiar forms.
Contact RHB
At Regional Home Builders, we’re constantly challenging ourselves to reimagine modern home design as we cater to all kinds of clients. If this blog has piqued your interest and you’re ready to escape the shackles of modern minimalism, get in touch to kick off your dream home.
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