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After the devastation and disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic in early 2020, the numerous subsequent lockdowns resulted in the majority of people across the length and breadth of the country spending an unprecedented amount of time at home.

As a result of this, many people have come to the decision that they would like to overhaul, update, or even entirely start from scratch one or more interior living spaces within their home. So, if you are one of these people, or else are simply looking for some general décor and design inspiration, then you have come to the right place.

Here, for your information and reading pleasure, is a guide to the top home interior design trends for summer 2022 and beyond.

Dark Wood

For a while now, the trends and fashions of wooden furniture have been heavily focused on lighter woods to achieve a Scandinavian chic style. However, with the summer fast approaching, the proverbial tide has turned, and now, interior designers to the stars are loving darker woods and wood effects.

One stand-out and entirely natural darker wood is of walnut, and from dressers and dining room tables to bed frames and drawers, investing in wooden walnut furniture will certainly place you at the forefront of furniture trends this year.

Deep Shades of Green

Another key design trend for summer 2022 and beyond encompasses deep forest and emerald green shades, specifically when it comes to flooring – especially soft and luxurious carpets.

When sourcing the right shades and thickness of the carpets in your home, be sure to check out a prestigious and established luxury carpet supplier, such as CW Jones carpets in Bristol, who will work with you to create the exact aesthetic that combines with functionality to achieve the dream look and feel that you envisage.

Embracing Maximalism

Since the turn of the millennium, home and interior living space trends have been firmly fixated on minimalism, but finally, fashion is beginning to embrace the celebration of design and colour all in one room.

To design your home under the umbrella of maximalism, the following guidelines below are fantastic starting points:

• Decorate using ornaments of sentimental value like souvenirs from overseas travels and inject generous splashes of your own personality into each and every room
• Even though Hygge and comfort were perfect during the pandemic, now there is a move to glamour and more luxurious design pieces, so invest in a beautiful chez lounge for the bedroom or an ostentatious chair for the living room
• Have bohemian-style wall art, fabrics, furniture and cushion coverings in earthy browns and reds
• Vintage accents are a staple of the maximalism trend and the beauty of such fashion is that there is no need to reign yourself in by having to choose between two contrasting vintage pieces
• Embrace imperfection; if you have a favourite chair, for example, that is looking a little worse for wear, cover the seat and back with a quirky and brightly coloured throw

Biophilic Design Features

Although you may have never previously heard of biophilic design features, you are guaranteed to soon see the term everywhere – especially in high-fashion and luxury house and interior designer collections.

Essentially, biophilic design is the idea of connecting a room to nature and embracing natural, authentic greenery whenever and wherever possible. With hardwearing and rich natural wooden flooring and green plush rugs in the middle of a room, biophilic design is an effortless way of bringing the outside in.

Additionally, if you decide to follow this innovative new trend, not only will your home be an interior designer’s picture of paradise, but you will also be contributing to the positive emotional health and well-being of both yourself and the other members of your household. Nature’s hues are soothing to the soul and can work subtle wonders when it comes to your mental health.

Upcycling

Finally, another huge trend set to carry on throughout summer 2022 and ever after isn’t just recycling; it’s also upcycling.

Basically, the rewarding process of upcycling involves taking an item of furniture, an ornament or another beloved or indeed independently sourced piece of furniture and turning it into a brand-new, eye-catching and beautiful object.

Due to current supply issues and other related financial problems this country is experiencing, the process of upcycling and updating home décor items can help you save money since you won’t be buying brand-new stuff. Plus, it’s also kind to the environment and serves to reduce your carbon footprint. s

If you are not someone who is particularly adept at arts, craft and DIY, then consider visiting a local antique shop or two instead to find some unique and memorable items at a lower price.