Here are the interior design trends set to hit your homes in 2019, from glazed square handmade tiles to coloured glass objects.

The 2018 yearbook of trends revealed that industrial style, pastels and marble were among the favourites. However, for 2019, interior experts are reporting a shift in the approach to colour and texture.

Pastel and marble enthusiasts can stress less as these trends are still around for 2019, although, they’ve taken a turn as sorbet shades mature into dusty, dirtied and chalky varieties and marble heads into more adventurous territory.

Two renowned Australian interior experts predict the direction of interiors for 2019 and try to find out the fresh new trends you’ll want to try.

The 2019 panel:

David Hicks, interior designer and author of Intimate
Mia Lake, interior design director at Vic Lake Architects

1. Colour Grows Up in 2019

Earthy colours and pastel hues of 2018 are still popular, however, in 2019 we can expect colour to come with a big dose of luxe and a grown-up edge.

David believes pastels will be big in 2019 with warmer gold tones and muted apricot against tan. Mia agrees that the more candy-toned pastels are more favourable than dusty, chalky or slightly dirtied variations.

Mia says, “Think of it like this, you’ve given your boyfriend your pastel lilac silk shirt and let him wash it. The result? A faded, dull and lacklustre lilac. That is the colour that will be on trend.” Whilst she thinks pastels are all about subtlety, David expects bronze and other contrasting hues to have their moment as well.

He predicts bronze will continue to be popular and warmer tones will be contrasted with misty greys, sage greens and pale blues, stating, “Pops of black along with brighter colours will appear among this palette, with deep reds for the brave.”

Mia says we need to welcome yellow in mustard, faded or ‘dirtied’ tones.” She also believes subdued corals, dirty peaches, rose burgundies and blushed oranges will also become popular.

2. A Combo of Visual and Sensory Texture is Essential

It looks as though texture will be an interior highlight of 2019. You can also be rest assured your love affair with marble and terrazzo will continue. Although, prepare to push the envelope.

David says, “Both visual texture and sensory texture will be mainstays in decoration and we’ll continue to see this in everything.” He believes obscure marble patterns will drive the visual texture, differing from subtle veining to more abstract and layered veining in stone.

Matte finishes on metal, timber and ribbed or scalloped glass will provide sensory texture. Wallpaper, such as grasscloth or woven materials will also provide texture to interiors.

If you want to mix things up when it comes to visual texture, Mia says it’s all about colours and scale. She stated, “We all know terrazzo has made its comeback and I don’t think it’s going anywhere. We’ll see more bravery in scale with larger aggregates and more coloured bases.”

Another design trend that Mia predicts to be huge is geometry and grids. She says, “Think glazed square handmade tiles laid in a stack pattern (straight). Dare I say, square mosaics are making a return, too. However, not in solid tones instead in varied mottled tones and finish.”

3. Decor and Homewares Will be the Centre of Attention

If 2018 was the year for you to use decor and homeware to showcase personal style, then 2019 is the year you’ve figured out what your style is and you’re ready to go one step further.

David says, “In 2019 decor and homewares will continue to be extraordinary.” While he reports that mixing and matching new and vintage pieces will continue to be popular, it’s finding unique items that will raise the bar.

David says unique handmade items will be big as we are constantly looking for a connection to the objects that we buy.

According to Mia, going that extra mile with decor and homeware will be all about raising the glass. She says, “Coloured glass objects or textured glass objects like vases or decorative boxes will be a must-have.”

4. Minimalism Takes Over Furniture

Whilst we once favoured statement furniture items in a room, minimalism takes a hold when it comes to furniture in 2019. David says furniture is becoming more minimal but still with a need for comfort. However, a mixture of vintage and design-led pieces will work their way in, as sculptural or aspirational additions.

Be assured that minimalistic furniture is not as boring as it might sound. Mia believes curved and angular furniture will make an appearance. Whilst there won’t be a huge emphasis on fussy designs and detailing, there’s a lot of interest to be found in the simplicity and form of furniture.

Mia states, “Whether it’s side tables, coffee tables or dining tables, we will be seeing some really interesting curved shapes.”

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