As the saying goes, trends come and go, but style is eternal – and this is most certainly the case when it comes to interior design. What was once popular years ago can quickly become an eyesore, and vice versa; however, this doesn’t mean you should desperately hold on to outdated trends and fads in hopes that they’ll eventually become popular and tasteful! Here are six outdated home décor trends that you shouldn’t hesitate to move on from.
1. All Whites and Grays
It’s true that white is a timeless color that’s been used in interior design for centuries – however, all-white kitchens seem to be on their way out, in favor of bolder, brighter, colorful kitchens. The same can be said for all-gray kitchens; simply put, the decline in white and gray seems to reflect an evolving and ongoing desire to make our homes feel special and layered. Patterns and colors are simply more visually interesting than the stark coldness of white and gray, not to mention, far more emotionally reassuring.
2. Animal Prints
There was a time when animal print rugs, clothing, walls, and décor seemed to dominate pop culture and interior design all across the world. Zebra print, cow hides, tiger stripes, leopard spots – the exotic flair provided by these and similar patterns is hard to deny, but it’s also hard to refute that today, they no longer feel as worldly as they once did.
3. Pastels
Pastels are another design scheme that has seen quite a lot of popularity over the years, especially during the recent pandemic when happier, cheerful colors seemed to be in higher demand. That said, preferences have seemed to shift more towards bolder, more pronounced colors – where mint green and powder blue once reigned, now emerald, turquoise, and bird-of-paradise green all seem to dominate.
4. Nautical Motifs
At one point or another, everyone has probably visited somewhere that utilizes this design trend. However, it’s time to sail away; anchors, rope, driftwood, and seashells belong on the beach, not in your living room! If you can’t bear to fully separate yourself from this theme, you can still achieve beach-like vibes by choosing an inspiring color palette centered around rich blues with white accents.
5. Granite Overload
During the early 2000s, granite seemed to dominate the world of interior kitchen design; however, overloading a space with any single material, especially one as dark as granite, can have a less-than-desirable effect, especially if you’re also planning to complement things with a fresh coat of paint. Today, granite accents tend to be more effective, and a minimalist modern aesthetic with lighter materials, like marble or quartz, is often preferred.
6. Sponge Walls
In the 90s, one popular trend that never seemed to truly fade out of fashion involved swapping out carefully painted walls for what’s known as sponge walls. This method was viewed as a quick and easy way to add some texture and excitement to an otherwise boring space; you’d essentially apply a base coat of color and then “dab” on another coat using a sponge. Today, homeowners tend to appreciate a chic, bold look that lacks these artificial patterns.
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