The pandemic saw us reaching for more natural materials and biophilic design elements, prioritising a connection to the outdoors and sustainable practices. This trend is still going strong, and likely to continue well into 2024. Tijeras foresees “a boom in material sustainability, with customers demanding more and more materials designed with a high respect for the environment.”

This doesn’t just apply to large-format surfaces in the kitchen and bathroom, either. Even in spaces such as home gyms and spas, sustainability and natural materials will be highly favoured. Debra Tay, co-founder of Cycling Bears, tells us that she is seeing users becoming “more discerning when it comes to materials used, choosing luxurious natural materials rather than synthetic materials.” What she expects in 2024 is more customers “selecting equipment that is made of quality natural materials such as sustainably sourced wood and stainless steel.”

Our predilection for organic materials will seemingly extend to the realm of home décor and tableware as well. A spokesperson from Rosenthal has observed “a play with materials, shapes and colours as an important trend in 2024.” Organic shapes with fine porcelain structures and reactive glazes with fresh nuances will be at the top of the list.

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While maximalism has certainly been an important trend this year and will continue to be going forward, minimalism still has its place in our abodes too. “We are still in recovery from the pandemic, and the minimalist approach will remain prominent as we continue to crave calm interiors,” says Lawrence Puah, design director of Akihaus. “However, textures and details in interiors are likely to become more pronounced in the new year as materiality (think micro-cement and wallpaper) adds warmth to cold and clinical minimalist spaces.”

Hannah Cecil Gurney, director at de Gournay, similarly foresees tactile finishes and highly textured interiors to become more popular. “The trend for textile, upholstered walls shows no sign of slowing,” she shares.

With the announcement of the Pantone Colour of the Year, Peach Fuzz, designers are embracing the appeal of warm and comforting hues as we move into 2024. Richard Tran, owner of Luxury Bed, the exclusive distributor of Savoir Beds, points out that this shade “has energising and healing qualities.” He envisions it as perfectly suitable for the bedroom due to this. “On a headboard, the soft tone will bring a warming luminosity into the bedroom whilst pairing well with neutrals.”

Another colour that is currently on his radar? “Yellow has been prevalent in interiors for a couple of years, but we’re seeing a shift in tones from deeper, earthy ones to softer, buttery hues. Yellow accents offer a gentle, appealing palette in both classic and contemporary interiors.”

Ravi Shankar, country manager for Singapore at Cult Design, is enamoured with a different hue, although still of a soothing and cheerful kind. “Earthy red, a captivating hue reminiscent of nature’s warmth and timeless elegance, is currently trending in interiors. Its rich, grounded tones effortlessly infuse spaces with a sense of comfort and connection, fostering a harmonious balance between modern aesthetics and the enduring beauty of the natural world,” he shares. “To incorporate it into your home, consider introducing rusty red tones through plush upholstery, statement furniture pieces, or accent lighting, transforming your space into a sanctuary of comfort and style.”

Circling back to the Pantone Colour of the Year, we get to hear from Rosenthal once more: “As already seen on fashion catwalks all around the world, pastel colours are back, and with the new Pantone Colour of the Year, Peach Fuzz, another soft shade has become the trend colour of 2024.”

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