It is no surprise to learn that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has greatly influenced some of the hottest design trends of the last 18 months. You can look to the pandemic to continue to influence these trends heading into 2022. Here are a few of the top interior design trends that you should keep an eye out on in the following year if you plan on a full remodel or a simple refresh of your house.

Multi-functional Rooms

The pandemic has dramatically changed the way that people use their homes. Because the lockdowns necessitated that people stay close to home, more people looked at this dwelling as more than just a place to sleep at night. A home is now a place to work, to learn, to exercise, and to entertain. This has necessitated that families get creative with the space that they have by designing multi-functional rooms. Every room in your home can be used for more than one purpose if you are creative about the design.

Convertible Furniture

Related to multi-functional rooms is the growing trend toward convertible furniture. Versatility will be the key going into 2022 as people look for furniture that serves more than one purpose. For example, a coffee table that can lift upward into a larger dining table is great for families who like to gather around the television and watch the big game over food. Storage space is also at a premium these days, leading to convertible furniture that doubles as a place to stow away room essentials.

Curvy Furniture and Decorations

Gone are the trends of sharp edges and clean lines. Heading into 2022, designers are leaning more on rounded shapes for all facets of room design. Whether it be curvy furniture, round lights, or soft decor, the sharpness of the past years is starting to soften up. Rounded shapes add more softness to a room, creating a soothing and comforting effect. It is no wonder that people are looking to be calmed after the events of the past 18 months.

Natural Materials

The move toward more natural and sustainable materials will continue in 2022. The use of natural materials is an easy way to add warmth to any room. These types of materials are in direct contrast to the cold technology that takes up space in so many homes. Good choices include organic cotton and wool, rattan, stone, and jute. These materials supply a nice balance to the over-complicated lives that many people lead.

Sustainable Products

Like natural materials, sustainable products are an ideal contract to the over-produced products and materials in many homes. Home design experts predict that sustainable materials will become even bigger in the year ahead as more people realize how their personal choices can directly impact the environment. Sustainable features are now a hot selling point in many new homes. Environmentally-friendly materials that are showing up more often include cork, bamboo, glass, recycled plastic, and reclaimed wood. People want to feel good about how they are treating the planet, sending sustainable materials into high demand.

Black Accents

As more people turn to natural and sustainable materials as the cornerstone of their home design choices, black accents are also becoming more popular. This is because a bold black accent provides a gorgeous contrast to the soft organic materials and natural wood that distinguish the sustainable rage. Work black accents into your lighting, trim work, kitchen appliances, and decor items to make a big impact.

Moroccan-inspired Decor

It seems as if there is always one global design that is on-trend for the year. For 2022, that appears to be inspired by the African country of Morocco. The styles that hail from Morocco feature warm hues, natural textures, and curved lines. All of this is in line with the other trends for 2022, making Moroccan styling a natural fit with the rest of your decor. Do not be afraid to experiment with this stunning landscape of colors, materials, and shapes.

At the end of the day, you are the one who has to live in your house. So while you want to be cognizant of the latest trends, it is more important to choose products, materials, and colors that suit your personal tastes and needs.