Tatler’s picks of the hottest decor trends to watch in the new year

In the realm of interior design, Italy’s Milan Design Week is the biggest and most anticipated event of the year, bringing together the most notable furniture manufacturers as well as creative luminaries from around the world.

Tatler visited the event in June, where the tentpole Salone del Mobile Milano, or Milan Furniture Fair, celebrated its 60th anniversary in style.

What’s seen at Salone informs trends in interior design in the year ahead, so we’ve picked out some of the most exciting styles seen at the fair—as well as in new collections by Hong Kong brands—to provide inspiration for interior makeovers in 2023.

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Style: Terracotta hues

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Above Indigo Living’s Nude bedroom range, created by the award-winning Hong Kong designer Natasha Usher

What’s in: accent pieces in hues inspired by terracotta and brickwork; whether rosy, autumnal tones like burnt umber and brick red, or softer shades such as camel brown and cream beige.

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Above Arper Juno chairs
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Above Furnishings in rich hues, as seen at the Flexform booth at Salone

That’s not to say that more vivid reds are out. Salone typically sees spectacular installations from fashion houses, and this year, the Versace Home presentation at the Palazzo della Permanente museum featured a stunning mix of black and bright red shades.

Colour: Green with envy

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Photo 1 of 3 Minotti Twiggy sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
Photo 2 of 3 Luxence Seido armchair
Photo 3 of 3 Hong Kong brand Baea's new bedding collection

Verdant shades—from emerald to sage and pine green—are all the rage, seen on everything from furnishings to upholstery.

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Above Indigo Living’s Menara sideboard
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Above A sofa from Tree

Lighting: Architectural influences

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Above André Fu Living’s Camellia portable LED lamp
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Above The Delta Light High Profile lighting collection by MVRDV
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Above Stellar Nebula lamp by Bjarke Ingels Group

Beautiful lighting creates atmosphere—take your pick of expressive creations that are influenced by architectural designs or understated lamps that would please minimalists.

Style: Bright future

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Photo 1 of 2 The Sancal installation designed by Tekla Evelina Severin
Photo 2 of 2 Tacchini Why Now? collection
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Above An armchair from Tree

While colour palettes that reference mid-century modern styles—deep reds, mustard yellows and emerald greens—are among the key tones of the moment, we also saw pieces and design schemes at the other end of the colour spectrum, in light and bright hues. We are particularly excited about home furnishings in energising pastels. At the Salone fair stands of Sancal and Tacchini, cheerful pieces prove that a good dose of colour can indeed help boost the mood.

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