Whether it’s fashion, beauty, or lifestyle, trends are always coming and going in the design world. The same applies to furniture — lots of furniture trends from past years have come and gone. Old trends that were once seen as stylish, such as carpeted bathrooms, popcorn ceilings, and animal prints, are now outdated and tacky.

Of course, there are always going to be classic furniture options that give your home a timeless appeal, but it doesn’t hurt to get inspired by current trends now and then to keep your home looking modern and chic.

In 2023, interior designers are now looking towards furniture that’s made of sustainable materials and multi-purpose, as well as new shapes, colors, and textures. Here are a couple of interior design trends to watch this year.

1. Curved Furniture

The curved furniture trend inspired many designers last year, and so far, it’s continued to be a mainstay of current furniture styles. Although curved silhouettes aren’t a new thing, they’re growing increasingly popular because of their unique way of softening a room and making it more pleasing to the eye.

Curved interiors give the furniture a more relaxing, calm, and comforting presence. It’s also great for accident-prone people who find themselves constantly bumping into things! Sharp edges are out, and softer, rounder corners are in. Comfy, curved lounge chairs invite a natural, familiar flow into a space that pairs great with other organically-inspired furniture like rattan, wood, and fluid shapes.

1. Natural Materials

Not only are using natural elements in the home a classic part of interior design, they’re also trendy to use. As our world grows increasingly corporate, synthetic, and automated in many areas, a lot of people find themselves longing for a style of decorating that feels more down-to-earth. Refurbishing wood chairs, side tables, long tables, and stools are all great ways to incorporate natural elements into the home, especially if you use stripper or staining to bring out the wood’s texture. Furniture in organic shapes and earth-tone colors also make any space feel more nature-inspired.

There’s also a renewed interest in buying and owning more local and sustainably-sourced furniture. If you live somewhere snowy, you may have more access to wool, sheepskin, and wood. If you live by the beach, those materials may be hard to come by, but coastal decor such as netting, seashells, and stones can all be used instead. Let the local nature scene around you determine how you bring the outdoors in!

1. Vintage Inspired Design

Thrifting is more popular than ever, especially in interior design. There’s a unique and timeless charm to a vintage piece of furniture, and now that people are much more concerned about sustainability and upcycling vintage design is especially in the spotlight in 2023.

We’re constantly being flooded with “fast furniture” — ready-made, mass-produced pieces straight from department stores. Sure, they’re cheaper, but they lack the one-of-a-kind charm a vintage piece has. Antique quilts or tapestries, grandfather clocks, patterned wallpaper, and classic Eames brand chairs are all vintage decor inspirations that you can incorporate into your home. Shop at antique stores for vintage decor, or hunt for bargains at a thrift store.

Thrift stores tend to be a lot cheaper, and they’re a popular pick for furniture flippers who like to transform furniture pieces — this can be both a hobby and a way to make some side cash. Even if you’re new to furniture restoration, it can be a fun project to take something old and make it new again. Vintage furniture is a big trend that is here to last, so you may as well join in on the trend and add some vintage accents to your home!

1. Maximalism

Do you prefer your spaces open and tidy, or do you enjoy a bit of organized chaos? Minimalism is a form of interior design prioritizing limited furniture, limited color palettes, and simple lines. This has proved a popular pick for home offices or design studios, especially during the pandemic when people were working from home, surrounded by clutter they knew they didn’t need.

Although minimalism in home design still has its fans, it has a rowdy cousin — maximalism, which is basically the opposite. It follows the “” more is more” philosophy and is based on eclectic mixes of colors, shapes, objects, and over-the-top designs. The appeal for this trend is that it offers a playful, striking alternative to minimalist furniture design. If you want to embrace a bit of maximalist fun without going full pack-rat, try limiting certain areas or shelves to showing off clusters of your favorite objects or home decor.

1. Statement Stone

Statement stone can be incorporated into any part of your house: kitchen countertops, tables, fireplaces, or the bathtub. They’re typically quartzite or marble with prominent veining, bold jewel tones, or both. The use of natural stone can be used to accent any area you want to bring a focal point to, such as a kitchen island or a space on the wall. All kinds of colors are available, from white or black to beige, cream, pink, blue, red, and other colors.

Statement stone is a bold and daring interior choice, and when done right it can be breathtaking. Stones such as Brazillian fossil marble, blue agate, or onyx can introduce beautiful patterns and textures into your home. Make sure when installing the stone, you properly seal it to whatever surface it will lie over. Some silicone sealants are not safe for natural stone, but our Select Neutral Cure 100% RTV Silicone Sealant is safe for natural stone surfaces. It’s also good to have if the stone is ever chipped or scratched.

Whatever you decide, make sure not to overdo it. Because installing the stone is expensive, be intentional about where you want it and how much. If you know you will outgrow this trend eventually, you can still enjoy it by adding a bit of stone to your home decor.

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Whenever new trends pop up, they often take the place the old ones, leading people to throw away their old clothes or furniture from last season. Although trends are fun to follow and keep up with, this is a major downside, as it can feel like a waste to get rid of functional furniture when its only fault is being out of style.

Here’s a better solution. Instead of getting rid of old furniture, you can instead update it for a more modern look. There are many different ways furniture can be refurbished and repaired, especially if it’s a malleable material like wood.

The next time you want to remodel or update your home to be more trendy, let Silicone Depot help you make it happen! You can’t modernize your home without the right tools to make it happen. Make sure you use the right caulk and sealant products to lock areas in place. Our online selection of sealants, caulk, and caulking accessories can help! You can also check out our other blog posts about home renovation, furniture repair, and more to keep your home in tip top shape!