AWAY WITH CLUTTER
“I was very happy to see massive TV armoires and TV cabinets go away, along with all the VCR/DVD players and other goodies that would constantly fall out of the doors when you opened them! Stacks of CDs have given way to high-resolution digital streaming like Tidal.”
– Neal Check, owner,
SoundCheck Inc., Southfield
ORGANIZED LIVING
“Customized organization that makes life more convenient and beautiful will continue to increase in popularity.”
— Jeanine Yancy, designer,
KSI Kitchen & Bath, several locations
GOING UP
“Master closets/dressing rooms are increasing in size, while large kitchens are still the central focal area of daily life.”
— Lou DesRosiers, owner,
DesRosiers Architects, Bloomfield Hills
FORMAL NO MORE
“We’re rarely designing formal dining rooms or living rooms these days. They’re no longer utilized, as homeowners’ lifestyles have changed significantly.”
— Lou DesRosiers, owner,
DesRosiers Architects, Bloomfield Hills
THE DARK SIDE
“Matte black plumbing fixtures will be around for a good while.”
— Joshua Moss, vice president,
Advance Plumbing and Heating Supply Co., Walled Lake and Detroit
PEACE OUT
“In today’s world, there’s so much activity and noise. I think people are more attracted to their homes being a sanctuary — quiet, nurturing, safe, and simple. Perhaps a cabinet to showcase a treasured collection or family heirlooms is all that’s needed; certainly not layers and layers of unnecessary décor and decoration.”
— Amy Weinstein, owner,
AMW Design Studio, Birmingham
VINTAGE APPEAL
“I’ve been so drawn to mixing patterns, textures, and different eras for a lighthearted but timeless approach to styling space. Sourcing vintage and antique pieces helps with this practice, and often lends so much more depth and character than anything you can purchase new. Personality is definitely here to stay.”
— Pamela Janisse, senior interior designer,
Pophouse, Detroit
COLOR CUES I
“Well-curated rooms using impactful color are always relevant. We benefit from the energy color can bring to our spirit. I’ve always been a fan of the joyful expression of color, and I see this emphasis in our projects well into the future.”
— Kathleen McGovern, owner,
Kathleen McGovern Studio of Interior Design, Grosse Pointe Park
COLOR CUES II
“We’re seeing pastels and bright colors returning for furniture, kitchens, and millwork. It’s a flashback to the 1990s.”
— Madison Bartelt, director of marketing and project manager,
Vogue Furniture, Royal Oak
PLAYING THE CLASSICS, LITERALLY
“Classic LP vinyl and turntables will never go out of style. They’re like a great leather club chair that gets better with age!”
— Neal Check, owner,
SoundCheck Inc., Southfield
WARM FRONT
“Warm design is here to stay. That includes wood tones; rich, warm hues; a mix of materials; cues from nature; natural stone; and mixing and matching. Less of the gray, monotone, and cold look.”
— Anna Versaci, owner,
Anna Versaci Design, Beverly Hills
TIME WARP
“Anything that’s 1980s or 1990s design is in. I can’t believe I’m seeing the styles from my childhood bedroom, kitchen, and living room coming back, but here we are! Crimson, burnt orange and marigolds, rich browns, and creams are here. We’ve moved on from the white and gray!”
— Barbi Stalburg Kasoff, owner,
Stalburg Design, Bloomfield Hills and Washington, D.C.
ELECTRIFIED
“The big change for the future will be the
all-electric home. We already have a couple in design now. Convection ovens, electric fireplaces, and electric cars have changed the equation.”
— Brad Angelini, owner,
Angelini & Associates Architects, Ann Arbor
RUG LOVE
“Everyone loves hard floors (wood, stone, tile) for their ease of cleaning, but it’s so important to introduce a soft texture and pattern. Rugs can be heirlooms or they can be fun, funky, trendy accessories.”
— Jen Childs, director of interiors and preservation,
VERSA, Royal Oak
STUNNING STONE
“We’ve had such a long run with quartz products as technology advanced, but our clients are shifting back to the timeless elegance of real stone. Natural quartzite and marbles elevate any space and provide a unique quality that can’t be duplicated.”
— Barbi Stalburg Kasoff, owner,
Stalburg Design, Bloomfield Hills and Washington, D.C.
TOTAL TECH
“A home entirely connected by smart technology — whether it be voice, motion, or touch-activated — from plumbing fixtures to appliances will become a standard for everyone’s home at some point in the future.”
— Jeanine Yancy, designer,
KSI Kitchen & Bath, several locations
BACK TO THE FUTURE
“Coming into the future, again, are textured wall surfaces that are applied, such as plaster finishes, that give a more finished and elegant look but appear more seamless than wallpaper.”
— Jen Childs, director of interiors and preservation,
VERSA, Royal Oak
WELLNESS CHECK
“There will be more of an awareness on how your home can support human wellness. For instance, some commonly used building materials perform very well, but have detrimental effects on our health. There will be a bit of a correction in this area. (Other examples include) lighting plans designed around circadian rhythms, more sophisticated HVAC systems to combat an increasingly toxic world, better forms of insulation, and less VOCs and off-gassing.”
— Anna Versaci, owner,
Anna Versaci Design, Beverly Hills
EARTHLY DELIGHTS
“To balance out (a lot of) technology, people will want sustainable, biophilic design features such as plants, gardens (indoor or outdoor), earthy colors, texture, and lots of natural lighting to maintain a sense of well-being and connection to nature.”
— Jeanine Yancy, designer,
KSI Kitchen & Bath, several locations
HOME & AWAY
“People are wanting interiors with a global perspective that incorporates international travel experiences. But also, they want regional flair in design. We’re connected to family, friends, and business interests all over the world, yet we thrive through being rooted in our own sense of place.”
— Deidre Remtema, CEO,
Deidre Interiors, Grand Rapids
By Megan Swoyer | Illustrations from Adobe Stock
