Interior Design Trends That Work in Every Home

If you’re buying a home of a particular kind, then you might have to carefully consider your plans for redecoration before you put them into motion. The character of a period property, like a Georgian townhouse, might be ruined by the installation of the wrong modern features. 

On the other hand, there are certain styles and principles that work across every kind of home. These dependable go-to methods might help to elevate a specific space in a way that isn’t dependent on the qualities of the surrounding building. 

Why Some Trends Never Go Out of Style

The classic design ideas are classic for a reason: they’re based on principles that have been shown to work, across a variety of buildings in a variety of periods. Classic styles of moulding, light fixtures, and decorative items, like clocks and paintings, will work in just about every setting.

Layered Neutrals: Calm, Warm, and Versatile

Bold, brash colours can draw the eye – but this often comes at the risk of them being overwhelming. By contrast, soft and neutral ones can act as a soothing backdrop, against which all of the other elements of your décor can stand apart. It’s for this reason that shades of magnolia are often preferred in new-build homes. They allow for easy customisation, and they appeal to a broad range of tastes.

Biophilic Touches: Bringing Nature Indoors

It’s now fairly well established that spending time surrounded by nature can confer huge mental health benefits. And you can often bring a little bit of nature into the home without much effort. Potted houseplants, water features, and plenty of natural light can help to lift the space. 

Lighting That Lifts the Whole Room

Your choice of artificial lighting can make a big difference to your experience at home, too. The ‘classic’ choices here are those which replicate natural light sources, like candles and open flames. Fake candles and smart bulbs that can be adjusted to create warm, welcoming hues can help elevate the entire space.

Smart Furniture for Modern Living

Ideally, your furniture should serve more than one purpose. This will allow you to create maximum space in your interior. A footrest or bed in the ‘Ottoman’ style, for example, might be lifted to reveal the storage space beneath. Similarly, bespoke shelving and wardrobes can help you to fill up awkward spaces, like the recess below the stairs. 

Personalising a Blank Canvas in a New Build

As we’ve mentioned, new-build properties are often built around neutral tones. As such, creating a sense of homeliness and belonging can often mean installing a few personal touches, and décor that evokes happy memories. This is where the right posters, photos, and paintings can be very effective. Frame them, and hang them around high-traffic areas like hallways and staircases.