Are you in search of interior design ideas for your home? Whether you recently purchased a property or have lived in your place for years, now is an excellent time to add a few clever, attractive design touches to modernize your personal space. One reason 2022 is an ideal time to do this kind of work is that the industry is changing rapidly. With the rising cost of homes, millions of owners are deciding to stay where they are and put their money to work on interior upgrades.
What kinds of things are trending right now? In addition to larger sculptural pieces in common and entry areas, owners are putting in private elevators, designating extra bedrooms as de facto exercise studios, transforming attics into art rooms, and installing fully-equipped offices for home-based workers. If you’re thinking about taking on a design project as 2022 unfolds and the warm weather months approach, the following are among the most popular for owners of small, medium, and large homes.
Sculpture
Decorative sculpture has always been a mainstay of modern home decor. What’s different about the latest trend? There are two things that stand out. In 2022, owners are selecting really large artworks and placing them in common areas like entryways, living rooms, and porches. Favorites include human forms in polished concrete, bronze, or copper. Geometric pieces are also among the preferred subjects, especially for homes with high ceilings, oversized patios, and domed entryways.
Home Elevators
Private elevators were a rarity a little more than a decade ago. Now, with an aging population and a new emphasis on home elegance and safety, more people are opting to add super-stylish residential elevators to their homes. In fact, many people are surprised to see ready built elevators when they take tours of new housing developments. What does it take to put an elevator into your private living space?
Step one is to work with a reputable company that has years of experience with non-commercial elevators. There are dozens of sizes, styles, and price points to choose from. Keep in mind that unique add-ons like these can significantly boost the potential resale value of your home. That’s why it’s smart to view the project as an investment as well as a gorgeous, convenient design addition.
Exercise Studios and Art Rooms
Not long ago, extra bedrooms had limited fates. Owners either converted them into sewing rooms, guest rooms, or giant storage spaces. Today’s homeowners prefer makeovers that turn unneeded sleeping space into exercise studios, complete with sets of free weights, dumbbells, treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting benches. Creating a home gym on a budget is not your only option though. If you only have one extra room and don’t feel the need for exercise space, consider creating a craft or art room where anyone can go to paint, sculpt, do macrame, or make custom jewelry.
Versatile Offices
The in-home office has become a staple since the COVID pandemic transformed the economy into one in which telecommuting has become a common practice. Thus, people are determined to set up a home office they’ll love, not just tolerate. The latest spin on this idea is to set up a versatile office space that can be shared by parents, students, guests, and visitors who need access to a dedicated area where they can do a few hours of serious work.
