The furnishing trends for 2020 reflect social discourses in a playful way: For example, environmental awareness is conquering living room design, because natural materials are on the rise. The consumer debate also takes place in onemodern, minimalist interior styleExpression.
In addition to these two examples, there are many other innovations in today's trendy living rooms. Sometimes it is difficult to find your own style from the many options. Are you a fan of puristic living room trends? Do you prefer warm, natural facilities? Or do you love opulent furnishing styles in bright colors? A so-called mood board helpsFind ideas for the living room. Above all, it helps to find out what type of facility you are.
Create your own personal mood board in three steps:
1. Take a look at various interior design catalogs and cut out everything you like.
2. Attach the pictures to a bulletin board or cardboard board using tacks or tape.
3. Which colors dominate on the mood board? What materials is the majority of the furniture and decorative items shown made of? With this analysis you come very close to your personal taste.
You should also find out about the current facility highlights. We present you five living room trends from this year.
1. Minimalism
Marie Kondo did it– and thus not only establishes a philosophy of life, but also a philosophy of furnishing: keep what makes you happy and throw away what is unnecessary ballast. Minimalism is very trendy and things like overly long, heavy curtains, statues and expansive paintings are increasingly becoming a thing of the past. The living room furniture itself is also reduced to what is necessary.
The Germans are making space. So you can decorate your apartment with items that not only create a beautiful ambiencepractical propertiesown. These include designer clocks, beautiful mirrors and lamps.
A few comfortable andfunctional furniture, purist-looking walls and soft color accents make a minimalist living room an oasis of well-being. TheScandinavian aesthetics, which is based on the principles of minimalism and functionality, will continue to dominate the industry in the coming years. However, the concept is gradually being developed and adapted to individual needs.
2. Natural materials
This year, ecological awareness is reflected not only in the political discourse led by Greta Thunberg and Luise Neubauer, among others, but also in the modern furnishing style. Consumers are increasingly demanding furniture and decoration made from natural, sustainable materials. A trend that is becoming fashionable again in this context is:Vienna braid. Not only chairs, but also cupboard doors, side tables and decorative objects are now equipped with the weave from the trunk of the rattan palm. Accessories made from wood and plant fibers are also very popular.
3. Art deco as an eyecatcher
Just in time for 2020 they will findgolden twentiesMoving into our living rooms – at least in some places as elegant eye-catchers. Art Deco spices up today's living style with a pinch of decadence. The use of appropriate materials such as velvet, marble, gold and chrome as well as geometric vintage patterns should not be missing. For example, whether you decorate your living room with a curved velvet armchair, floral wall decorations or a statement lamp is up to you.
4. Light and indirect lighting
The topic of light also plays a major role in this year's living room trends. The morenatural light into the roomfalls, the more modern it appears. This is why new buildings are often used todayPanoramic windowdesired. A bright room appears larger - and if this effect cannot be achieved with daylight, you can help with artificial lighting. This is where the trend is setindirect lightinginto the new year. Furniture lights, TV backlights and wall spotlights are just a few of the many options. Using apps andSmart Home SystemsThe lighting can also be controlled intelligently.
5. Bright, natural colors
Light ceilings and walls make rooms appear larger and friendlier, which is why they are still in trend. Residents also have the option of light wallscolored accentsin the form of wall tattoos and pictures. These can be exchanged at any time - so variety is guaranteed.
As far as the color scheme is concerned, the trend institute WGSN declared the color Neo Mint the color of the year. The gender-neutral pastel tone fits well into modern room concepts and exudes a positive, powerful aura.
You decide for yourself what your personal living room trend is
No matter what living room trends the industry produces, you decide what goes into your living room. You can get valuable inspiration with the help of catalogs and a stroll through furniture stores. If you're having a hard time deciding, you'll definitely find your personal style with the help of a mood board.
