Would You like a feature Interview?
All Interviews are 100% FREE of Charge
Open shelving often requires a lot of upkeep.
Max_555/Shutterstock
Open shelves were a popular minimalist trend this year.
But they don’t have a place in 2024 home design, says Melissa Engelke, the principal designer of ME Design.
“Open shelving anywhere in your house isn’t ideal, as it will attract a lot of dust and dirt, making the space look unappealing,” the designer told BI.
She recommended opting for high-quality closed shelves to create a more luxurious finish.
Oversize furniture can make a room feel smaller.
Dariusz Jarzabek/Shutterstock
Oversize furniture can be overwhelming in small spaces, says Dara Huang, an interior designer, architect, and founder who’s the creative director of Dara Maison.
“Choose furniture that is proportionate to your room size to maintain a balanced and inviting atmosphere,” she told BI.
It’s time to move on from neon colors.
stocknroll/Getty Images
Excessive neon colors are no longer desired, says Mina Lisanin, the founder and interior designer of ML Interiors.
“Neon colors can be visually fatiguing and make a space feel unbalanced,” she told BI.
The designer recommended opting for a subdued color palette with smaller pops of color.
Peel-and-stick wall decals don’t add much visual appeal.
burnel1/Shutterstock
Though wall decals were once trendy, Engelke says to think twice before adding them to your home in 2024.
“They have been overused and don’t make much of a difference to the visual appeal,” the designer told BI.
Instead, she suggested hand-painted murals to create personalized decor.
Expensive throw blankets can require more maintenance than they’re worth.
New Africa/Shutterstock
Though high-end throw blankets are beautiful and warm, they can require tons of upkeep, Engelke says.
“Usually, they need to be dry-cleaned, making them a not-so-great option for daily use,” she told BI.
The designer recommended buying machine-washable throw blankets for your living spaces.
Seasonal decor usually isn’t worth the money.
Valentinrussanov/Getty Images
It’s time to stop wasting money on temporary, seasonal items, Engelke said.
“Seasonal decor items are short-lived and often need to be changed every year to give your space a fresh holiday look,” the designer told BI.
Consider investing in timeless pieces that can be accentuated seasonally, such as throw pillows and table runners.
Overdoing rattan furniture isn’t the look for 2024.
brizmaker/Shutterstock
Rattan furniture has seen a rise in popularity over the past few years. But this year, it should only be done in moderation, Engelke says.
“Rattan has become so ubiquitous that it dampens the charm of the furniture,” the designer told BI.
She added that the best way to use rattan was by combining it with other elements rather than making it a focal point.
Generic, overhead lighting is out for 2024.
Artazum/Shutterstock
Generic lighting can be uninspiring, Huang says.
Opt for statement lighting that serves as functional art instead.
“Also adding standing lamps and table lamps often softens direct overhead light,” the designer told BI.
Expensive rugs are heavy on the pocket if they need replacing.
Apip_69/Shutterstock
People can stop buying expensive rugs this year, Engelke says — especially when you have kids and pets in your home.
The designer suggested opting for an easy-to-clean, synthetic rug.
“Not only are synthetic rugs affordable, but they are also easy to maintain and won’t be heavy on your pocket if you need to replace them due to major damage,” she added.
This story was originally published on November 14, 2023, and most recently updated on January 10, 2024.
Author
-
GC Journalist
As the in-house writer for GallantCEO.com I prefer to remain anonymous as I do not seek anything from my writing only the self gratification of writing for a good cause such as this.