April showers bring spring interior design trends into the home

As the winter snow melts and the sun stays out more, you’re probably itching to deep clean your home. While spring is a time of rebirth and renewal, it goes beyond getting out your dustpan and mop (although these tools will come in handy as the seasons change).

Your holiday decorations have been retired and you’re probably wondering, “What should my home look and feel like as spring quickly approaches?” There are always countless fashions that come and go, but it’s important to find the perfect balance between trend inspiration and practical, personalized execution. For example, finding some new pillows that will use popular textures without going out of style within two months.

The trick to beautiful and timeless design is to be aware of trends without jumping on every bandwagon. This can become exhausting and, frankly, feel inauthentic to your own personal style. Decorating Den Interiors can be your expert guide to incorporating sought-after looks that feel current and classic, all at the same time. This blog will cover the top spring interior design trends we’re seeing increasing demand for and how to use them professionally. Plus, we’ll share tips for keeping your home like a manicured garden: beautiful, vibrant, and changing slowly and naturally as the calendar turns.

5 interior decorating trends to put a little spring in your step

This year is all about biophilic looks with a focus on nature — and spring is the perfect time to try some of modern features hitting homes across the country:

1. Spring color palettes: Earthy pastels

Colors have a way of refreshing a space without having to completely redo it. Take your living room, for example. If it’s been a deep gray for years, painting it butter yellow or a soft green can instantly make it look like a brand new space.

THE top spring shades include soft pastels such as sky blue, peachy pink and lilac. Or, go for a more zen look by opting for warm earthy or neutral tones like khaki, warm mahogany, clay tones and creamy ivory.

Layer your existing colors with new shades like a pro, creating a neutral base and adding seasonal accents through accessories, fabrics or an accent wall.

2. Materials and Textures: Physical and Tactile

Say goodbye to synthetics and say hello to all things organic and natural. Materials like rattan, stone, linen and terracotta are in, with their light and biotic looks perfect for an era focused on growing living organisms.

Layering these textures creates depth, taking a flat living space and turning it into an ultra-comfortable one that looks alive and comfortable. Set the tone with a large rattan rug. Then hang linen window treatments, fill terracotta pots with your favorite herbs and put in a wicker basket to hold your light blankets.

Darker natural wood is back better than ever, with warm, worn hues taking center stage. The flooring, reclaimed dining tables, chair sets and headboards are all points that give wooden accents.

Designer tip: Choose durable yet progressive materials that work all year round. This way, you can make subtle changes without overhauling your space.

3. Furniture and Layout: Multifunctional and Breezy Layouts

Warmer weather it also brings a new look to furniture: pieces with a smaller frame that take up less space. This shift stems in part from people’s need—and love—for multifunctional furniture. As hosting friends and family becomes a less formal affair, having plenty of seating that you can move around and reconfigure is a must.

Consider flexible and modular sofas that can be removed and pushed around the coffee table for board games or nightstands that have folding tables for hybrid work life. Ultimately, lightweight pieces that work for your lifestyle are essential.

Smaller, curved furniture cuts down on clutter and creates more aisles, making rooms appear larger. If you’re looking for something different but don’t know where to start, consider rearranging your furniture so that everything is pushed toward the center of the room and sits parallel to each other, rather than pushed away and up against the walls.

4. Bold patterns and fabric refreshes: bio-infused touches

Floral patterns for spring? Innovative, right? Although it may seem like a cliché, subtle floral prints will always look stunning in any room, from bright buds in your bathroom to neutral blooms in your master bedroom. But don’t be afraid to step out of the bouquet stamp box and try natural textures like clay or a geometric design that uses vibrant colors.

Here are some other options to try:

• Abstract patterns.
• Fruits and vegetables.
• Jacquard leaf.
• capricious animals.

5. Indoor-Outdoor Living: Mother Nature Inspired

With the sub-arctic temperatures leaving, you can finally get back outside without freezing. And for the days you can’t get your 10,000 steps outside, you can still enjoy the cozy weather blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors. Consider sliding doors, light fabrics, indoor plants and a stunning front porch that you can read.

And if you are blessed with one outdoor pool or great backyard entertaining space, create a cohesive look that complements your existing design. Use the same color palette as the interior and bring decorative touches throughout your terrace with outdoor furniture, planters and outdoor rugs.

Working with an Interior Designer This Spring: What’s the Big Deal?

Almost anyone can create a space that works for your family. However, the benefits of working with an interior designer are knowledge, expertise and professional connections. Not only does working with a professional ensure that you can further stretch your investment and stay on schedule, but you also have access to the vast network of trade professionals who sell high quality products not available in popular stores. This means you have more choice in everything from furniture, lighting, spring decoration and more, ensuring your home gets the star treatment.

Here’s how you can connect with one Decorating Den Interior decorator who can bring your vision to life:

1. Go to our website and find the Store Locator page. You’ll enter your zip code and designers serving your area will appear.
2. Once you get results, click on a few profiles and look for photos of completed projects, areas of expertise, years of experience, and customer reviews.
3. Contact your top choice and get a free in-home consultation where they’ll see your space, understand your style and tap into your investment potential.
4. Review the proposed design plan that your designer will come back with, make changes if necessary, and move forward with the action plan.

Spring has sprung: Try to get your home ready

Make this spring the best yet by having a home that looks and feels just the way you want it to. Whether you’re looking for a quick redesign or want to completely revamp your space, our personal decorators can offer professional guidance for a customized, spring-ready look.

Just enter your zip code to get started today!