Lifestyle and Interior Design Trends to Look for in the New Year

We've compiled the most up-to-date trends across home design, food, fashion, travel and gardening to look for and implement into your space.

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The Top Design, Wellness, Food and Fashion Trends

HGTV turned to their friends at Pinterest, Yelp, Trend Bible and a host of HGTV designers to round up the latest and greatest things you should look forward to, from pearlcore and climate change gardening to curves, curves and more curves.

Cheeky, Curvy Furniture

Founded on a joyful, escapist approach to design, curved couches and chairs captivate the eye with interesting shapes and make the home into a chill-ready space.

From: Sam Henderson

Granny Pods

These little buildings are keeping relatives close to home and close to care without breaking the bank. And as more cities nationwide relax building codes, you’ll be seeing more granny pods popping up.

From: Art Home Garden

Night Travel Is Trending

According to the trend prognosticators at Pinterest, travel after sundown will be a major 2022 travel trend. Great opportunities for night photography and the peaceful solitude of road trips at night, exploring cities after dark and the thrill of bioluminscent sea creatures make this a fun new way to see the world.

Wood Brings Warmth

New applications of this organic medium are brought into the home, including (so long, shiplap!) modern, sound-insulating wood panels, wood-accented ceilings, wood room dividers and an increasing number of lighter, brighter wood kitchen cabinets to counter the dark, heavy wood cabinet look of the past.

Pearlcore

Pinterest reports that what they have dubbed "Pearlcore" is on the rise: pearl rings, pearl necklaces for men and all things pretty and pearly.

Rainbow Fashion

According to the trend soothsayers at Pinterest, 2022 will bring explosive color to our clothing. "People are headed somewhere over the rainbow this year with vibrant outfits and colorful palettes. From rainbow dresses to electric blue outfits, 2022 fashion will be all about feel-good fits with an electric kick. All genders and age groups are driving this trend."

Biophilic Design

The practice of connecting people and nature within our built environments and communities will be trending in 2022. Paris is replacing half of its 140,000 on-street parking spaces with gardens. "After over a year of being shut inside, I think there has been and will continue to be a focus on regaining our connection to the natural world through the use of biophilic design principles. An emphasis on creating calming environments with natural lighting and ventilation, incorporating plants, and creating a visual connection with nature," says designer Amanda Thompson.

Therapeutic Spaces

Therapeutic spaces for rest and recuperation that allow people to recharge are ascendent. Yoga studios and wellness-inspired design, spa bathrooms, bedrooms designed for the best sleep and spaces for unplugging and napping will be important for physical and mental recovery. Atlanta artist Tricia Hersey has created a “Nap Ministry” that heralds the restorative power of rest and rest as resistance.

New Applications and Shapes for Wood

Simulated nature in veneers and wood-look materials offers second-best human-made approaches. Wood veneers mixed with hardwoods and raw, natural wood in beams, walls, room dividers, and kitchens will be everywhere in 2022.

Totally Tubular Shapes

Movement, ebb and flow and forms that diverge from the straight and rigid will define both tabletop objects and soft furniture.

Bringing the Outside In

In 2022, we will see more natural colors and elements being brought into home design. Connecting our inside spaces to the outside world brings solace and peace to our homes.

Eco Resorts at Home

Home interiors will increasingly resemble high-end eco resorts to make people feel relaxed and cocooned in nature-inspired luxury.

Micro-Farming

Indoor farming year-round will expand in the future and even move into mushroom and algae growing for health and wellness.

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Color Blocking

Graphic, punchy, bold forms bring a fresh, youthful look to this nature-meets-tech trend with forms from nature and urban architecture blended seamlessly.

From: Natalie Myers

Quilted & Puffer Patterns

Bringing the look of the outside in, quilted and puffer patterns will be increasingly seen in home furnishings. Reminiscent of outdoor wear, this texture is cozy and inviting.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Design-Forward Pets

In 2022 we will see a need for high-design to transform the utilitarian dog bed, bowl, cat climb and leash storage into something uniquely beautiful. “Investing in long lasting pet items that are designer-friendly is a great use of money, and just buying something once instead of replacing things again and again," says HGTV Dream Home and HGTV Urban Oasis designer Brian Patrick Flynn. Chic, graphic pet gear from companies like Fable will allow cat and dog accessories to better blend with our surroundings.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Wellness, Beauty and Skincare

Foams, gels, botanical ingredients and soothing scents in skincare products will bring unexpected pleasures to quotidian rituals. Smart and sensitive lighting will regulate mood and balance our circadian rhythms, adjusting to wake us up or lull us to sleep.

Learn More: 22 Skincare Products With Cutting-Edge Ingredients to Enhance Your 2022 Wellness Routine

Journaling and Letter Writing

Journaling, letter-writing and scrapbooking will take on renewed significance in an age when handwriting is often not part of the curriculum. These practices offer ways of connecting with others, expressing gratitude, encouraging introspection and celebrating memory, family and the healing power of nostalgia.

Learn More: 10 Ways Showing Gratitude Can Make You Happier

Sparkle Accessories

"Gen Z is driving a trend toward accessories that go way beyond the basic earring, cuff or layered necklace," says Pinterest. "They’re getting creative and accessorizing the whole body, from tooth gems to crystal eye embellishments."

Retro Curves Everywhere

Companies like mod bakeware spot Great Jones are bringing the trend for curves to almost every design and decor surface, including these charming stoneware Hot Dish casserole dishes.

Nootropics

Nootropics, or drugs, supplements and other substances that claim to improve cognitive function, particularly executive functions, memory, creativity, or motivation, in healthy individuals will be added to our wellness diets in 2022. Companies like Flume are producing botanically-based products for better sleep (Drift) and for better outdoor performance like Flow that blend nootropic and adaptogenic plants sourced in South America and India to sharpen focus and uplift mood — all in the pursuit of flow.

Learn More: How I Learned to Sleep Better, Naturally

Geometric Art

Geometric forms and graphic patterns bring urban vibes to the home that make every room feel like a modern piece of art.

Leather Pulls + Hardware

Leather hardware brings a modern, natural look to home design. Not only is this a unique interpretation on modern hardware styles, it will also patina over time, creating an ever-changing appearance that brings a one-of-a-kind look to any space.

From: Natalie Myers

Vacay Vibes

In 2022, homeowners will begin to create a feeling of summertime escape within their own spaces. Vacation vibes, from deck chair stripes to palm tree prints, will be seen throughout the home in patterns, textures and materials that evoke the look of our favorite resorts.

From: DKOR Interiors

More Woven Materials

Woven, naturally derived materials like bamboo, cane and rattan bring added warmth to the design of a space. Lending that vacation vibe is Staycation’s complex and unique blend of bright, saturated colors with natural materials.

Terra Cotta Tile

Terra Cotta tiles exude earth tones and bring a warm, natural look underfoot. This material is inexpensive and durable, making it an easy choice.

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From: First Team Estates

Cake Will Be King in 2022

Sweet treat trends come and go. It's cupcakes one minute, macarons and pie the next, then donuts and cronuts. But Pinterest predicts elaborate cakes are the next rising treat trend. Tiered cakes, bubble and 3D cakes will be big with Millennials, Gen X and Boomers, says Pinterest.

Cacti Flower

With its radiant pink blossom and gorgeous green stem, including this motif in your design will radiate warmth and lend a tropical vibe to your space.

At-Home Junglescapes

In 2022, when traveling to the tropics may not be an option, bringing the tropics into the home is the next best thing.

Hardcore Tropical

Designers like Ken Fulk, who created the on-trend spaces at Miami's Goodtime Hotel, have taken tropical touches like palm trees and flower forms and made them next level. Look for even more over-the-top tropical in 2022.

Boho Gardens

This elegant, fresh take on the boho trend will see mixing of textures and colors, and emphasizes statement plants with graphic foliage, blooms with an ombre effect like sedum, and the lacy texture of Japanese maples.

From: Molly Wood

Puff Hair Styles

Space buns, natural hairstyles and high puff hairstyles will be big in 2022, say the experts at Pinterest. People will celebrate their natural texture with these fun looks that bring a fresh new perspective to beauty.

Gardening for Mental Health

Gardens will feature movement and sound (grasses, wind chimes), fragrance (nostalgic classics like lilacs and gardenias), happy pinks and yellows and the benefits of plants as medicine.

From: Davis Landscape Design

Scalloped Design

Look for scalloped drapery, bedding and wall treatments throughout the Endless Summer desin trend.

Tropical Prints

This design trend makes your home feel like an endless vacation. Maximize the year-round summertime look by incorporating a tropical leaf print wallpaper into your home.

From: Liz Caan & Co.

Rich, Moody Rooms

Homeowners are looking for a way to escape the world and awaken the senses. Multisensory design will be more edgy and psychedelic with high contrast colors, like black and blue, Op art and a moody nightclub vibe.

From: Mel Bean Interiors

Prismatic Forms

Creating an optical illusion and ever-changing art dominated by sunlight, this vivid design element is a show-stopper.

From: Natalie Myers

Checkerboard Prints

Checkerboard print is playful, graphic and punchy, taking your design to the next level.

From: Faith Blakeney

Ribbed Effects

Not only does this pattern add drama to any space or object, it also provides texture that can't be ignored.

Tubs on the Way Out

With so many of us no longer having the time for a luxurious soak (and wanting to save both water and clean-up) the tub may soon go the way of the dinosaur and be increasingly replaced with a shower-only set up.

From: Erica Lugbill

Showers for Two

The shower half of this wet room has more than enough room for two. There are even two handheld shower faucets and two separate niches for toiletries. Larger, two-person showers are a major 2022 push, say the experts at the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA).

From: Lambert Home

Glass-Free Wet Rooms

A pony wall separates the freestanding tub from the open spa-like shower, with a variety of shower fixtures to suit any mood. Glass-free showers are also less costly and easier to clean, say the experts at NKBA who see this trend rising in 2022.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Universal Design

Design experts at NKBA say homeowners building or renovating homes are looking to incorporate Universal Design features into their spaces so that they can welcome guests and family members of all ages and abilities and also create a home where they can age in place. Universal Design features that are trending in the bathroom include nonslip floors, grab bars and built-in shower benches.

Green Is the New White

Homeowners will grow tired of white kitchens and gravitate toward naturalistic shades of green and blue, design experts at NKBA predict. Green will be big not just in kitchens, but throughout the home where shades from seafoam to emerald will be trending.

From: Terracotta Design Build

Translucence + Transparency

Ethereal, delicate and sensual will be buzzwords in home design in 2022 and will be seen in stained glass, translucent resin, sheer chiffon, pastel glass, fragile eggshell and porcelain surfaces and inky brushstrokes and watercolor treatments that lend calm to the home.

Soft Pastels Paired With Soft Design

Home design will begin to mirror our internal quest for tranquility. Look for colors that relax and calm like vanilla, blush and seafoam, balanced with saturated pastels of merlot and gray lilac.

Wavy, Undulating Forms

Flowing, wavy forms will dominate home decor. These shapes are more attractive to the eye and less jarring than harsh, sharp angles. Organic, flowing, playful forms bring joy to interior design.

From: North Fork Design Co.

Ribbon Shapes Will Abound

“Getting away from rigid lines seems to be a huge way to make spaces feel more balanced with a mix of fluid lines and rectilinear shapes,” says designer Brian Patrick Flynn of the new ribbon design trend.

Boucle Will Be Big

This cozy fabric is sensuous and comforting to the touch, like wellness in fabric form.

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From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Floral Shapes

Abstracted florals, leaves, grasses and also dried florals will be popping up everywhere in 2022.

Ancestral Eats

This classic South African dish, bunny chow, features curry served in hollowed out white bread. Trend experts at Pinterest say that the growing interest in identity and heritage will drive the trend for Ancestral Eats in 2022, with South African, Filipino, Arabic, Norwegian and Russian foodways all on trend.

Raw, Earthy Looks Will Reign

Look for neutral color schemes and organic-with-an-edge materials to dominate in 2022, with a growing trend for stone vases and lamp bases, marble countertops, reclaimed wooden beams, chunky knitted throws, stone figurines, wood tables and chairs.

Naturalistic Gardens

A lush, naturalistic look will take hold in garden design, marrying a human touch to nature with wild, perennial gardens in the style of Dutch designer Piet Oudolf’s spaces.

Learn More: Are These the World’s Most Beautiful Gardens?

Nature + Tech

Vegan “leathers” — like this caramel vegan leather chair made from pineapple, apple peels, and cork — will allow a warm, contemporary look thanks to new technologies. A Dutch designer’s stained glass-inspired solar panels show nature and tech working in harmony. Cutting-edge, realistic artificial grass will provide design options for high-drought areas.

Artificial Grass Will Grow in Popularity

“Artificial grass and xeriscapes and zeroscapes* will continue to explode because of present and future water shortages," says garden designer and Discovery+ show Clipped judge, Fernando Wong.

*Xeriscaping: Replacing lawns with soil, rocks, mulch and native plants to eliminate or reduce the need for irrigation and maintenance. Zeroscaping: A landscape design popular in desert settings with dirt or gravel and few to no plants.

See More Photos: 40 Beautiful Artificial Turf Designs

From: Pool Environments, Inc.

Nature Goes Graphic

Forms seen in nature are increasingly brought into decor in an interesting, graphically sophisticated way, with abstracted mushroom lamps and leaf wallpaper. The ahead-of-the-trend curve Goodtime Hotel in Miami combines nature and whimsy to clever ends at poolside.

Mood Altering Lighting

Smart and sensitive lighting will regulate mood and balance our circadian rhythms, adjusting to wake us up or lull us to sleep. On the other end of the spectrum, bold indigo, purple and pink lighting will bring a vibrant, upbeat nightclub aesthetic to the home. Rather than lighting to calm down or wake up and tap into our circadian rhythms, this is lighting to create a mood, to transport us to another reality and blur the line between the digital and physical realms.

Sunshine-Inspired Interiors

Hopeful and full of energy, arcs and curves that evoke the sun and bright colors pouring into the room gives this trend its bright spirit.

Candy House Color

Mellow pastels are often paired with high-energy color in the “candy house” trend. Combos of vivid and softer pastels layered with deep rich raspberries and goldenrod yellows deliver the proper sugary vibe.

Happy Vibes

“The washed out neutrals with white that have dominated the design world, those have caused the pendulum to swing the other direction to embrace happy hues,” says HGTV designer Brian Patrick Flynn.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Upscale Relaxation

People are investing more money in their outdoor spaces, which are becoming as luxurious as their indoor spaces.

From: LaGuardia Design Group

Monochrome Gardens

“On a design level, people are going away from color and doing more all-green gardens with one color such as white. The demand for resort style pools and amenities will also continue to be in high demand," says Palm Beach-based garden designer Fernando Wong.

Backyard Jungles

Homeowners are creating a comforting sense of enclosure outdoors with plants for the feel of an exotic tropical destination close to home.

From: Craig Reynolds Landscape Architecture

Exotic Statement Houseplants

The influence of garden trendsetters like Hilton Carter and Justina Blakeney will help popularize living room-consuming junglescapes that are filled with unique plants, like rubber trees and palms.

Gen Z Yellow

The 2022 answer to Millennial Pink: a vibrant, neon yellow, often described as Gen Z Yellow, will pop up more and more as a punchy accent, often combined with seafoam and eggplant.

From: Studio Revolution

Nightlife-Inspired Spaces

The party’s always happening at home in 2022 and design will feature trippy home decor elements, glowing cocktails, home bars, moody decor and disco balls.

Psychedelic, Op Art and Glitch Design

The hallucinogenic patterns of Sixties-style graphics have combined with contemporary digital-centric glitch art to create new patterns that share a fascination with strange, disrupted, moire and perforated patterns and a sense of movement.

From: Emily Basham-Hoelscher

Home Bars (in Every Room) Will Be Big

A mini fridge in this primary bedroom offers cocktail potential at any hour of the day. “This is huge because of how people seem to be hanging out at one another's homes rather than going out in groups," says HGTV designer Brian Patrick Flynn.

High Contrast in the Garden

Dark foliage plants will contrast with bright blooms. Black materials like black stones and pebbles will be prominent in garden design.

Social Closets

Closets are no longer just about organization. They are also increasingly designed and decorated social spaces where dressing and meeting with friends becomes an event. Designer Nicole White created a boutique-worthy experience in this gorgeous closet featuring a large artwork by Kabriah Asha and a statement ribbon candy light fixture. She has installed a long mirror on the left for capturing selfies and used open glass storage to highlight jewelry, shoes and other accessories to create a boutique display case effect. She recommends using brass hardware for rods and hooks inside closets to enhance the luxe factor. A makeup station with oversize mirror and seating creates a fully-functional space. White's advice for homeowners who want to take their closet to the next level? "Treat the closet as a room."

Learn More: 32 Showhouse Design Trends That Will Help You Up Your Style Game

Black Accents Are Everywhere

More design-forward than all-white looks, black makes any design more elevated in molding, vases, railings, chairs, dressers, floors, door frames, paint, credenzas, curtain rods and more.

From: Karen B Wolf Interiors

Ceilings as the Fifth Wall

Paint, murals, decals, woodwork, wallpaper and wood take advantage of this unused space and create a cocooning effect.

See More Photos: 8 Reasons Designers Are Painting Ceilings

From: Jonathan Rachman

Flex-Housing

With 3-D printed homes, modular homes and prefab housing becoming more popular, homeowners can find adaptability, lower price and innovation in their idea of home. This 2,400 square foot house in Seattle is a Greenfab prefab house with excellent energy performance.

High-Design Appliances

Everyday appliances will be more colorful, sleek and multi-purpose, worth the extra cost for homeowners spending more time at home.

Heritage Design

Longing to connect with their ancestors and origins, homeowners will work to bring fabrics, objects and meaningful design that reflects their heritage into their spaces. "Beautiful spaces are great, but if people can't see themselves in it, it's hard for them to connect to it. If you can incorporate pieces of humanity and pieces of people's culture or their past or their history…then those spaces are that much more successful," says Carmeon Hamilton of Design Star: Next Gen.

From: FORBES + MASTERS

European-Style Solid Surfaces

Brand experts identify grout-less, European-style continuous solid surfaces in bathrooms and kitchens as the future for max post-Covid cleanliness and sleekness, with less grout meaning easier maintenance. Touchless and voice-activated systems offer additional germ-protection.

Scandi-Inspired Parenting

Scandi-influenced design has made major inroads into our homes. But in 2022 we will see Nordic parenting styles including more nature play and outdoor napping catching on in America. Outdoor napping and forest playing will bring fresh approaches to human interaction and innovative products in the same way the Scandinavian approach influenced interior design.

Front Yard Hangouts

"With so many people working from home now and not interacting with lots of other office mates, this is a way for neighbors to help break up long days working inside by hanging out before or after work," says designer Brian Patrick Flynn of the shift in 2022 from backyard to front yard socializing.

Open Floor Plans in the Rearview

With WFH, distinct work and relaxation zones are critical, and we will see new ways to break up space with dividers and taller furniture, as well as a move to homes that feature discrete spaces for work, play, entertaining and rest.

From: Breeze Giannasio

The Move Away From Ownership

Renting, borrowing, repairing, reusing and free marketplaces like Olio will replace IRL objects. Companies like Conjure are creating high-design products for style-minded renters in urban centers.

Communal Living

As counterbalance to Covid-era solitude and economic devastation, community will be an antidote. As we realize our global and also local interconnectedness, community will be expanded and reshaped. Greenspaces that are accessible to all, regardless of race and socio-economic status, will become more important. The European model of multiple generations in the same home will grow in America, novel ways to address aging, and a culture of sharing will lead to more and better ways to live, including co-housing, co-living (sharing space) and homesharing.

Splodgy Shapes, Blobs, Wobbly Lines, Palm Leaves and Cacti

A sense of fun and a tropical vibe come through in patterns and designs with biomorphic and organic shapes, from wallpaper to furniture and decorative objects.

From: DKOR Interiors

Gaming Rooms

The younger 9 to 24-year-old Gen Z audience will want spaces devoted to gaming and virtual reality as home theaters and rec rooms make way for gaming rooms. This generation's love of physical spaces that can shift mood based on lighting, and a natural affinity for the virtual worlds of gaming and the digital realm are especially appealing to this digital native generation.

Colorful Kitchens on the Rise

According to the experts at NKBA, 43 percent of designers predict more colorful kitchens will rise in popularity in the next 2-3 years. Green and blue cabinets that reference nature will be especially popular.

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From: Morgan Farrow Interiors

Cat Rooms and Dog Spaces

According to Pinterest, 2022 will bring homes centered on our beloved critters. In 2022, people will redesign their homes with their fur babies at the forefront, from luxury dog rooms to “catified” homes.

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From: Kelly Ferm

Couples Counseling

According to the trend experts at Pinterest, 2022 will bring a fresh interest in going deep into relationships. Pinterest experts predict that "people across all age groups will transform their relationships — with their partners, with their loved ones and with themselves."

Bold Backsplashes

NKBA thinks bold backsplashes and statement walls will be trending in 2022 kitchens.

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From: Genna Margolis

Matte and Brushed Finishes

Shine is out and black and matte finishes or brushed finishes in pewter, nickel and stainless will be popular in coming years, according to NKBA.

From: Tiffany Brooks

Natural and Organic Style

Fifty-seven percent of NKBA designers are saying natural and organic styles will dominate both kitchen and bath design in the next 2-3 years, driven largely by millennial tastes. A desire for spaces that offer serenity and sanctuary is key.

More Dedicated Work Spaces for Kids

Following the pandemic, the need for a space where kids can work without distractions is newly apparent and a trend that designers think will continue into the future.

From: Steele Street Studio

Large Windows in Kitchens and Baths

The NKBA predicts more, larger windows in kitchens and baths to let the light and nature in. A desire to connect with the outdoors even when inside is undoubtedly one of the results of our Covid-era isolation.

More Wood in the Bathroom

The NKBA sees natural wood looks becoming more and more popular in bathrooms.

From: Chas Everitt International Property Group

Beachy Baths

According to the NKBA, designers are seeing a move away from gray and white in the bathroom to more skin-flattering teals, peaches, greens, blues and other colors evocative of the seaside.

From: NMA Architects

Natural Wood Grain Cabinets

As opposed to stained or painted bathroom cabinets, designers are seeing more natural wood grains in bathroom cabinets, according to the NKBA.

From: Design 4 Corners

Quartz Is King

NKBA predicts the growing popularity of light quartz with a waterfall edge as a countertop surface. Easy to clean, these surfaces also provide a sanitary surface. The same applies in bathrooms, where consumers are looking for light quartz countertops sitting on top of a contrasting vanity.

Look for an Explosion in Luxury Vinyl

This luxury vinyl hardwood-look flooring is 100 percent waterproof and features an attached cork underlayment that is naturally resistant to odor-causing mold and mildew. According to the NKBA, luxury vinyl is predicted to become the most popular option for kitchen floors, and is quickly rising in bathrooms, too.

From: Tiffany Brooks

Wood Vent Hoods Will Grow in Popularity

Wood vent hoods continue to be hot kitchen accessories, according to NKBA, and are now as desirable as stainless steel vent hoods in kitchens.

Goodbye Upper Cabinets

Designers with the NKBA say that deeper bottom kitchen cabinets and no more upper cabinets (harder to access as you age) means kitchens are adapting to Universal Design as an aging population grapples with accessibility.

Recycled Countertops

The NKBA says that countertops made from recycled paper and other repurposed materials appeal to eco-conscious consumers. These consumers are also looking for VOC-free paint, LED lighting, dedicated recycling areas and energy-efficient windows and doors.

Sinks With Workstations

According to the NKBA, sinks with galley and built-in workstation features are on the rise.

From: Christine Donner

Microwave, Refrigerator and Dishwasher Drawers

The NKBA says these drawers are growing in popularity for their ease in fitting into a pantry or kitchen island.

Refrigerator Cabinet Doors

An integrated refrigerator is hiding behind elegant cabinet doors in this home, which the NKBA reports is a growing trend slowly edging out stainless steel refrigerators.

See More Photos: 20 Kitchens With Hidden Appliances

Toe Kick and Voice-Activated Lighting

Toe kick lighting (as well as voice-controlled lighting), for sanitary and ease purposes, is evidence of a rising kitchen and bath trend, according to the NKBA.

From: Debra Ackerbloom Interiors

Floating Vanities

Look for floating bathroom vanities to rise to the top of the heap in 2022, according to the NKBA.

From: Morgan Farrow Interiors

White Undermount Sinks

Sleek and classic, this undermount bathroom sink is part of a growing trend, says the NKBA design experts.

From: Brian Patrick Flynn

Smart Home Toilets

Smart and low-flow toilets are becoming popular among environmentally conscious consumers, according to the NKBA.

Rain Showerhead

The NKBA says that 68 percent of its designers report homeowners want a rain showerhead in their bathrooms.

From: Tiffany Brooks

Technology in the Bathroom

Voice-activated lights, mirrors that hook up to Bluetooth, mobile apps to start the shower and to heat the floor, integrated speakers and even this shower’s innovative waterproof TV are big tech pushes in 2022, says the National Kitchen and Bath Association.

From: Tiffany Brooks

Larger Kitchen Islands

Larger kitchen islands, and even double islands, will be a major trend in 2022, according to the NKBA.

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From: Emily Roose

Bright and Bold Wallpaper Designs

Interior designer Jeremiah Brent of The Nate and Jeremiah Home Project and Yelp is predicting bold, bright wallpapers will be on trend in 2022.

See More Photos: 20 Gorgeous Nature-Inspired Wallpaper Patterns

From: D2 Interieurs

Handmade Imperfection Will Rise in Importance

“I can see a new wave moving towards the celebration of perfectly imperfect composition, and interior designers leaning more on local contractors and artists for customized and handcrafted pieces.” says designer Jeremiah Brent.

From: MAS Design

Closets and Dressing Rooms + Bathrooms

The NKBA sees bathrooms connected to closets or dressing rooms as a growing trend.

From: Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate and Luxury Portfolio International®

Move Over Hygge, Hello Lagom!

Lagom is rooted in the Swedish idea of "just right." Lagom is about focusing on needs rather than wants and knowing when you have enough. Rather than blind accumulation, lagom emphasizes buying only the items you need to live. Designer Jeremiah Brent and Yelp predict that minimalist, decluttered spaces, and useful design like Murphy beds will nudge out hygge as the big Scandi design trend of 2022.

Home Electric Charging Stations

Designer Jeremiah Brent and Yelp are predicting electric charging stations as one of the most sought-after home updates in 2022.

Brown Is Back

“I think brown is back! We all love gray, and I'm not saying a light gray wall or a beautiful gray kitchen cabinet is over, but I do think people are gravitating toward warmer tones and earthier hues," says Jasmine Roth of Help, I Wrecked My House.

Wood Beams (Even Faux)

“Use texture," to stay current with trends advises designer Heather Rae Young of Flipping 101. "I like wood. Maybe an accent ceiling. Even if they’re not real beams, put in beams to have some accents on the ceiling.”

From: Morgan Farrow Interiors

Climate Change Gardening

Design and planting will adapt to withstand weather extremes such as drought, fire and flooding. This includes more permeable surfaces and fire barriers around the home. Climate change-friendly plants like yucca, ninebark, and gaura will be selected for their adaptability.

From: Ecocentrix Landscape Architecture

Planting Trees

As climate change escalates, a concern for preserving and growing our tree canopy will increase. “I’m trying to make trees the next big trend in landscaping. Trees are our lifeline for many populations of wildlife that are now clinging to our suburbs as their final refuge,” says HGTV designer John Gidding.

Modern Cozy

“I think with everything we’ve been through the last two years, people are yearning for a family home that feels cozy but doesn’t sacrifice distinction and sophistication in its design and decor. Digging deeper into this trend, we will see that softness can exist in modern spaces and exude layers of warmth throughout our living areas,” says HGTV designer Breegan Jane.

Learn More: HGTV Star Breegan Jane's Home Is as Bright + Chic as You'd Think

Mixing Faux Plants and Real

“Faux plants have come a long way. I see clients mixing and matching, especially for hard-to-reach places. Live plants where you can reach, faux plants on the high shelves," says designer Jasmine Roth of Help, I Wrecked My House.

Hot Plant: Birken Philodendron

Plant designer Hilton Carter says that "While you may not be able to get a Birkin bag, you can get yourself a Birkin philodendron plant. I think this plant is ready for its moment."

Extreme Sustainability

In an effort to minimize the impact of humankind on the environment, progressive companies will begin to find new ways to tackle issues like waste, pollution and global warming. To that end, London-based design firm Pearson Lloyd and Bene have collaborated on work accessories made from discarded food packaging saved from the trash heap. These design-forward desk products are 3D printed from a cornstarch-derived bioplastic.

Garage Studio With Marine Plywood Cabinets

This garage studio has been outfitted with cabinets made from marine plywood for durability and a raw aesthetic. The cabinets surround an antique worktable that furthers the rustic, raw appearance of the space. A copper pendant adds a modern touch above the worktable.