This Year in Design

Written by

Titus Tekform

29 May 2024

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2 min read

For the better part of 2020 we were confined to our homes, many decided space was a necessity in their home by adding further living space and studies to their property. Now that we’re at the end of 2021, our homes still need to embrace WFH lifestyles with the added focus of extending our open plan living.

Get inspired for your summer renovation, while we dissect the most popular design trends of 2021. Can you guess what they’ll be?

Hygiene and cleanliness continue to be a top priority in our lives as the global pandemic shifts to a new phase. As we transition back to somewhat normalcy, we are more cautious of our surroundings and the rapid spread infections could have on our lives. Keeping our homes clean and flexible is important to maintain our health and wellness.

Key contact points in our home are light switches, handles and benchtops. Ensuring these places are bacteria free is near impossible with homes now being occupied by multiple family members. Switching to touchless technology for key touch points like faucets, lighting, cabinets and other appliances can reduce the possibility for infection to spread and limit bacteria accumulating.

Control your home with simple movements or become a tech whizz and implement voice-control into your home. This means you can turn on a light switch by opening a door or use your voice to turn on a tap. If this is too far advanced, consider switching out your old touch points like handles for new low-maintenance additions.

Select matte or brushed finishes for a low-maintenance upgrade that doesn’t show fingerprints. If working warmer colours into your kitchen matt black finishes add a richer and warmer feel than traditional stainless steel. Shop our handles here.

Traditional white will always remain a favourite kitchen colour scheme, but warmer shades have crept into our homes as we search for comfort during these difficult times. Grounded shades like warm beige accented by natural tones of orange and aqua evoke feelings of compassion and comfort. These colours naturally occur in our environment and create an optimistic pairing with greenery, natural wood tones, brass accents and even woven textures. Grounding your space in a warm natural ambience can subconsciously lift your mood and enrich your day-to-day life.