The way we live life has changed considerably over the past few, and as a result, we now need our homes to work better than ever before.
While we move away from clunky floorplans, tired bathrooms and cluttered kitchens, the biggest ‘design trend’ to emerge this year for homes is to operate at optimal capacity.
The home as a sanctuary is still essential, with a separation between spaces to work and spaces to relax. We’ve realised how important our comfort and wellbeing are within that environment.
So, what will the best Australian homes look like in 2022?
The Working Home
You would be hard-pressed to find a new build or renovation in 2022 that didn’t include an office or home study space, the experts agree.
“The juggle for families, between homeschooling and the need to conduct business at home, has seen a trend towards flexible floor plans, and moveable walls where one can either segregate or open up a floor plan.” says Sydney interior designer Karen Muller.
The Eco Home
With our impact on the natural world front of mind, Karen Muller says it’s great to see many within the design world and associated industries working to become more environmentally accountable. Muller lists paint manufacturers ditching chemicals and rugs made using recycled plastics among the shifting tide.
The Smart Home
With a desire to streamline their busy lives, home owners are going one step further in the bid for autonomy, turning to technology for “touch-of-a button” comfort, entertainment and security.
The Peaceful Home
As a load is taken off through technology and innovation, Australians also want their homes to serve as a place of relaxation and sanctuary from the outside world.
Lauren Egan says extended periods at home have inspired a “tonal shift” away from grey and cooler whites, with warmer, earthy colours – creams, neutral browns and tans – helping home renovators create calming spaces.
Story source: domain.com.au/living