Make a Statement: 2021 Design Trends

By Linsey Stonchus

It’s time to shake it up when it comes to design! We’ve compiled four trends we’re seeing everywhere – read on to find out about Grandmillennial and Japandi styles.

Grandmillennial Style

Washington, DC, USA | US $6,100,000

In a rejection of modern and minimal design, vintage and maximalist styles are making their comeback. Millennials are deriving inspiration from their grandparents and are inspired by interior design they may have seen in childhood. With bold colors and aesthetically pleasing, retro design elements, we’d say this Washington D.C. living room fits the bill. Web ID: MGPG

Natural Materials

Bainbridge Island, Washington | US $3,325,000

We’re obsessed with nature right now – so much so that it’s the theme of our new edition of Luxury Portfolio magazine, releasing in the coming weeks! Its calming effects make it perfect for inclusion in your home design. Take a cue from this Washington home, which showcases wood and splashes of green plants throughout. Also enjoy views of serene gardens, Puget Sound, Mt. Rainier, and the Seattle skyline from large windows everywhere in the home. Web ID: NRHA

Smart Lighting

Longueville, Australia | Price Upon Request

Smart systems are all the rage right now and one of the most popular controls is smart lighting. Instantly establish the desired mood of both your interiors and exteriors by automating your lighting system, allowing you to control when the lights come on, the brightness, and the hue, if you’re really bold. Web ID: JTRG


Japandi Style

Loreto, Mexico | US $2,600,000

Combining the simplistic and calming aesthetics of Japanese and Scandinavian design is the new interior design trend – Japandi. Hallmarks are natural materials and emphasis on comfort. This simplistic bathroom in Mexico includes brick, stone, and wood and all of the necessities for a calming soak in the tub. Web ID: UTYP

Bonus: Check out Norlii! A Scandinavian home décor box sent bi-monthly to help you create your Japandi home.

For more home inspiration, check out our Millennial must-haves.

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