1. Warm earthy tones
Betsy Smith, a color consultant for Graphenstone, says that in 2023, bedrooms will look warmer. He also shares, “We will see many warm earth tones with cozy, pleasant qualities, such as warm clay and coral, as well as layered in bolder shades of amber and burgundy. This creates additional depth and contrasting touch of coral for a more modern look.”
2. Emphasis on lighting design
In addition to wall colors, Smith says that in 2023, lighting will also be used to highlight the warmth. “Be sure to think about lighting, as it is very important in the bedroom. ‘Cozy warm filament bulbs highlight red after dark and envelop the bedroom in warm light,” he says.
Gena Kirk, VP of design for KB Home, agrees. She believes that “Adding more types of lighting, from overhead lights to bedside pendant lights, allows you to easily adjust how you use the space.”
3. Lamp and light coverings
Charlie Dumais, a ceramic artist at Dumais Made, says that 2023 will bring more expressions in smaller accent details in our bedrooms, such as lampshades. Dumas tells us, “With our bedroom lamps, we predict to see more intense colors, glossier finishes compared to matte coatings and more complex shades.”
4. Small luxury upgrades
Kirk also predicts that in the coming year, people will upgrade the small details in their bedrooms with the goal of creating a more luxurious space.
Kirk says, “More than ever, it is important to have restful spaces, such as bedrooms, that cater to our own relaxation needs and quietude. This means something different for everyone, whether it’s investing in more spaces or organizing closets, a luxurious item like a new bedspread or adding smart technology to make life easier, such as automatic shades or remote-controlled lighting. The trend is about focusing on what you need.”
5. Interesting uses of paint and color
According to Smith, in 2023, we will see decorators using paint in interesting ways to define areas, such as paint that changes with the seasons. She says, “People are seeking the peace and tranquility that has always been there, especially in the bedroom. Paint will be the tool to naturally achieve this.”
Anastasia Casey, a designer, also predicts the use of colors that we haven’t seen before. Casey shares, “Multi-layered, saturated, and monochromatic colors will be huge, think about 8 shades of olive, all slightly different.”
Cristina Lehman of C. Lehman Home agrees, noting that all these choices will lead to changes in the bedroom space. “I think we will start seeing darker colors in the bedroom. People will be willing to try darker painted walls, darker beds, or darker curtains.”
6. Quality shopping
Kristina Phillips of Kristina Phillips Interior Design says, “In recent years, people have been too focused on warming up their bedrooms, to the point where most of the things bought are temporary and don’t necessarily have to be produced in a quality manner. I believe that 2023 will be an opportunity to implement a more selective approach to the overall interface of the bedroom.”
When it comes to quality versus quantity, designers always choose to decorate with high-quality, thoughtful items. Phillips says that when it comes to how people do this, it will all start with finding inspiration.
She says, “Unique pieces, whether large or small, inspired by favorite hotels or a stay on Airbnb, will take precedence. Add a touch to the wall with framed photos from a recent trip to Greece that you finally framed properly. Use inspiration boards to choose a rug or bedspread to freshen up the room.”
7. Beautiful patterned bed sheets
White, crisp hotel bed linens have been a popular choice for the past few years, but the research team at Cozy Earth says that is changing.
“When it comes to bedroom design trends, one thing we’ve seen a lot of is bed sheets with floral and stripe patterns. We’re really excited about combining our timeless neutral designs with floral and stripe patterns. We want to bond with this trend. Neutral color palettes allow our customers to change smaller items like sheets and pillowcases to keep up with trends.”
8. Shell and curved edges
While curved lines and shell edges are increasingly being incorporated into many homes, Casey believes we will see more of this in the coming year, but with a slight change.
Casey says, “Interiors will continue to focus on curves and shell details, but on a larger scale than what we’ve seen in 2022. I think we will see even more of that in the future.”
9. Accent walls
Some designers note that 2023 will also bring the presence of more wallpapers, but possibly in smaller doses or in interesting ways. “Next year will be all about wallpaper,” says Phillips, “Using beautiful wallpapers and interesting patterns to create an intriguingly visual room.”
Kirk believes that “We’re also seeing a rise in patterns and prints. Consider adding an accent wall with bold neutral-colored patterns to create differentiation and personality without overpowering the space.”
10. Windows
Davina Ogilvie, founder of custom window treatment company Wovn Home, believes that when it comes to window treatments in bedrooms in 2023, we will see an increase in decorative details and interesting angles, especially in expressing individuality in an already personal space.
Ogilvie says, “In 2023, I expect to see more decorative details on bedroom window treatments, from embellished trim on top-fold pleats to shell-shaped roman shades, and quilted fretwork trims.”
11. Harmony in space
Sam Struck of StruckSured Interiors believes that the current trend of focusing on serene spaces will continue to be brought into bedrooms in the coming year. “Modern organic color and texture are still very much ‘in’ and bring a sense of calm and harmony to a space,” he shares.
Alex McBride, Director of Design Programs at Vacasa, also agrees. She says, “I think the natural organic aesthetic, leaning towards nature in bedrooms, will continue to evolve into 2023. We see this in the popularity of brands such as Jenni Kayne Home, The Citizenry, and Parachute. With the increased importance of wellness in our daily lives, the demand for a relaxing and serene space to unwind also increases.”
Source: VOV
