Granny Chic, Modsy

Not surprising, the trends for the next year are expected to revolve around reactions and feelings invoked during the 2020 pandemic. The theme for the next year’s design trends can be described in a few words:

1. Nostalgia
2. Connection with Nature
3. Comfort
4. Calm
5. Personal Expression

1. Granny Chic style ⁽¹⁾

The biggest trend in the upcoming year is the Grand-Millennial style or fondly referred to as “Granny Chic”. It is an ode to traditional design, with a modern twist.

With the world stuck in a pandemic and people spending more time in their homes, personalized design is becoming more popular. With a mix of patterns, colors, and texture, the Granny Chic look reflects the millennials’ desire for spaces to show their individuality.

“At the heart of this trending design style that falls halfway between minimalism and maximalism is a sense of juxtaposition,” says interior designer Stefani Stein.

This modern take on a traditional style adopts old-school trends like patterned upholstery, floral wallpaper, and wicker furniture, with a fresh spin. The style remains nostalgic and comfortable – a much needed feeling in this unprecedented situation.

2. In harmony with nature

With the pandemic-imposed stay-at-home restrictions, people are longing to be in touch with nature. And, in order to maintain a certain level of connection with nature and to improve health, psyche and an overall ecosystem, people are transitioning toward design trends that bring nature inside their homes. ⁽²⁾ This idea is being translated into multiple variations. Some of the popular trends are:

► Plants

Indoor plants made a comeback. With a lot of people sheltering-in-place and taking up hobbies like gardening, biophilic design has entered the mainstream conversation. The use of reclaimed wood in design, hanging plants, and living walls are some of the main trends that will shape interior design in the coming years. ⁽²⁾

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