7 interior-design trends that are IN and 8 that are OUT in 2021

Shiplap is OUT.

Shiplap is one of the fastest fading trends. Once used to waterproof boats, shiplap siding became a trendy way to decorate interior walls in the 2010s. You see it in nearly every TV home-makeover show and blog, but there are so many other emerging ways to bring texture into a space. Try tile, plaster, rattan, or living walls of plants in 2021 instead.

Gray Interiors Will Become Less Popular.

The tired trend of having all-gray kitchen cabinets and walls will fade in 2021. Besides being EVERYWHERE you look, gray interiors can look cold and obviously lack distinction. Instead, we foresee bolder colors gaining popularity. Indigo blue is a particularly trending kitchen color for 2021.

All-White Interiors Start to Become Dated.

The age of minimalistic, all-white interiors may be coming to an end. For a few years now, we've been making everything from walls to countertops bright white. For 2021, we are predicting that people will return to creating visual interest through color. Those looking to give their all-white interiors more pizzazz without adding bright colors, we recommend combining different light-colored patterns and textures.

Mid-Century Modern May Finally Be Over.

Mid-century modern design borrows from style elements that were popular in the 1950s and 1960s, and it's been everywhere in recent years. We are ready to shift away from the 'Mad Men' look and spaces dominated by walnut wood, spindle legs, and geometric prints.

Please, No More Barn Doors.

With barn doors exploding onto the interior design scene in the early 2010s, as we head further into the 2020s we want some other statement entryways! Drap brown barn doors will be replaced by pocket doors or classic French doors. Pocket doors slide directly into the adjacent wall, and French doors normally open outward and feature large panes of glass. Either way, beautiful and dynamic.

RIP Accent Walls.

Accent walls - you know, the one's painted differently than others in the same room - won't be as trendy. This trend started as a way to make a space more interesting, but accent walls can look childish and be too distracting. We'll hopefully be returning to monochromatic walls that blend seamlessly with the decor without the startling drama of an accent wall. As with most trends, its time has come to move on.

Matching Furniture Sets Are OUT.

Matching furniture sets may soon be considered unfashionable. For good reason too! Having everything match doesn't allow people to let their personal style shine through. Instead of coordinating all your furniture or buying a complete set from a showroom, consider selecting nonmatching pieces with complementary colors or designs. Or our favorite design approach is to combine new with vintage or quirly pieces.

Grandmillennial or Granny Chic is IN.

This trend will certainly be a fun one to watch in 2021! Think of it as a modern revival of homey design elements that you might find in your grandparents' home. The style is meant to evoke comfort, nostalgia, and tradition. Consider floral wallpaper, antique paintings, delicate china, crocheted throws, and vintage touches with whimsical flair - this is how you win designing Granny Chic!

Wallpaper, Especially Peel-n-Stick is IN.

Wallpaper is having a resurgence right now. Self-adhesive, removable wallpaper is gaining popularity with people who rent or are looking for a low-commitment way to upgrade their living space. Peel-and-stick wallpaper is perfect for an easy and dramatic room change. You can get creative and simply peel it off when you get tired of it! We love trends that can be replaced with ease. If you're wary of covering an entire room in wallpaper, try adding it above the chair rail in dining rooms, above the molding in bathrooms, or even in closets.

Rustic Ceramics Edge Out Smooth Kitchen Tile.

Interesting, handcrafted designs are becoming popular for kitchen tiles. We are liking colorful, handcrafted ceramic tiling for our 2021 kitchens. Gone are the days of smooth porcelain or glass subway tile. We are starting to see a lot of ceramic tiling that shows some natural variation, like Moroccan zellige tile. We use ceramic tiling to create backsplashes or cover entire walls. But handmade tiles are often more expensive than manufactured ones, so we recommend strategically placing individual pieces as accents to cut costs.

Go Green or Go Home.

Our designers think green will be a big color for 2021. Anyone looking to add drama to their kitchens may want to consider painting their cabinets green.Both lighter and deeper shades will be popping up in kitchens everywhere in 2021. Because green is a mix of blue and yellow colors, it works with both cool color palettes and warm, cozier kitchen designs. We recommend pairing green cabinets with Carrara-marble counters to help highlight the gray veining in the stone. It's been well-received in recent projects.

Industrial Styling.

We have always mixed wood and metals and are crazy-excited to see it trending these days! Industrial interior style often incorporates elements such as exposed stonework, high ceilings, wood and metal elements, and neutral colors. This is a fuss-free style as people continue to spend more time at home. There's a great blend of modern and traditional design and works for interiors that have to serve as places to live, work, and play.

Plaster Walls. Oh My.

Drywall is quicker to install and provides a more uniform surface, but the depth and texture of plaster is making a comeback Before drywall, interior walls were often created by layering plaster over wooden strips called laths. To explore this trend without ripping out your walls, we suggest coating drywall with a thin layer of plaster.

Wicker and Rattan Furniture.

The natural-looking furniture made of rattan and wicker details are on their way in. These natural materials add warmth and lightness to home decor. Rattan furniture is made from woven palm stems, and wicker pieces are typically made of woven willow twigs. Both styles are lightweight and can work indoors and outdoors.

Natural Fabric.

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and rayon may lose ground to natural and recycled textiles in 2021. With the growing awareness of environmental issues, we foresee a trend for using more sustainable materials and natural fabrics in the home. We like textiles like organic cotton, recycled polyester, and low-impact linen as prime candidates for 2021 trends.

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