Wall panelling will be popular as we enter 2023 (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Once the Christmas decorations are down, many of us will be looking to refresh our homes for the New Year.

Whether it’s a few modern decor pieces to update your space or a full renovation, you’ll want to ensure your changes won’t date your home.

The Mrs Hinch crushed grey velvet aesthetic is already out of fashion, with more natural materials and cost of living crisis-friendly pieces set to win out.

Pop culture moments like Bridgerton and Love Island have also impacted our tastes, bringing period features and bright colours to our home inspo Pinterest boards.

Stormclad Managing director, Rob Dawson, said: ‘The new year is the perfect time to make changes, and by utilising trends you can make your home look fantastic – and add value before selling too.’

To help you stay ahead of the curve, we’ve rounded up the interiors trends that you’ll be seeing everywhere in 2023.

Warm brown hues

Go for warm terracottas and rich chocolate browns (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

According to the interior design team at David Wilson Homes, shades of brown have moved from the runway to the high street this year, and will be a popular choice for homes in 2023.

‘Cosy brown shades help to emulate a feeling of calm and luxury in interior spaces,’ says the team. ‘Think dark wood, chocolatey fabrics and warm, sandy neutrals.’

Lights and brights

Viva Magenta is Pantone’s colour of the year (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Rob explains: ‘We’ve all come to love our homes even more the past couple of years, making many of us reluctant to move.

‘Instead, extending existing spaces and adding more spaces is set to be a popular trend, so you can live in luxury with all your favourite home comforts.’

The experts at Stormclad predict interiors fans will be putting in conservatories, bay windows, and bi-fold doors for extra space and plenty of natural light.

In terms of colours, they reckon Pantone’s hue of the year Viva Magenta will see us thinking pink when decorating.

‘When painting, you don’t have to go all the way,’ says Rob. ‘Just by painting one wall, you’ll have a striking addition to the room.’

If you’re not ready for full Barbiecore, pops of magenta in the form of cushions and accessories are a subtler way to incorporate it.

Wall panelling

Bridgerton is believed to be behind the wall panelling trend (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Wall panelling has been growing in popularity in our homes, and we shouldn’t expect to see the trend going anywhere fast.

The David Wilson Homes team say: ‘Fabulously hardwearing and therefore ideal for high-traffic areas of the home like hallways and stairways, panelling also adds depth and texture to your walls – a great way to create that high-end, interior designer je ne sais quoi.’

Calming spaces

Light a candle and relax in your personal haven (Picture: Getty Images)

Since we spent so much time in our homes during the pandemic, creating the right vibe in spaces – whether to relax or enjoy our hobbies – has been key.

Stormclad’s home improvement specialists see this continuing in how we decorate, predicting calming shades such as mint green, periwinkle blue, and lavender.

Rob adds: ‘ Don’t just focus on colour though – beautifully-scented diffusers and candles will also make the atmosphere in the room relaxing.’

Media walls

Hide away those unsightly cables and sockets (Picture: Getty Images)

Media walls are built-in design features that house the television screen and any other entertainment system equipment, such as games consoles and sound systems.

‘They often have an electric fireplace underneath, and may include built-in storage too,’ say the experts at David Wilson.

They say one of these units helps integrate screens into a room’s aesthetic, as well as hiding unsightly wires.

Statement radiators

Why not turn your radiators into statement decor pieces? (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Due to the cost of living crisis, people are looking for ways to make their homes more energy efficient – and will apparently be highlighting their radiators to make a statement too.

The David Wilson Homes team say painting existing radiators is a great way to update them, or you can switch to something more economical like an oil-filled radiator. These come in a variety of colours and finishes and offer an opportunity to make your rad a focal point.

Home offices

Remote staff need somewhere they can be comfortable while working at home (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Those of us whose working lives changed during the pandemic are set to revamp their setups, say the experts at Stormclad.

Rob says: ‘Make yours super chic with fluffy cushions, smart stationery, and comfy chairs – after all, you’re sat there most of the day.

‘Investing in cupboards and drawers will also help you keep organised and keep the room looking tidy.’

Upcycled wooden furniture

What about updating old furniture with a lick of paint? (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

‘With tight budgets an opportunity for homeowners to get creative, we think upcycled wooden furniture is going to be a key trend in 2023,’ explain the David Wilson interiors experts.

‘Buying pre-loved furniture and giving it a lick of paint is something we’re seeing a ton of in some of our favourite DIY Facebook groups.’

A lick of paint (in one of the trending colours of the moment, naturally) can take a secondhand piece of furniture and make it look far more expensive than it was

Curtains

Curtains will be back in favour amid rising heating bills (Picture: Getty Images)

Blinds may have reigned supreme for several years, but curtains are predicted to be see a resurgence in 2023, as homeowners search for ways to retain heat and keep costs down.

Thermal curtains – over doors as well as windows – will be hot property too.

‘We might even see a revival of decorative window treatments too,’ add the David Wilson team. ‘Think shaped cornices and fringed trim.’

Rugs that double as works of art

Start with a rug you love, then work your decoration around it (Picture: Getty Images)

A rug can tie a room together, but David Wilson Homes predicts they’ll be more intricate as we move into next year.

Rather than the finishing touch, rugs will provide a starting point to decorate your room – almost like works of art.

They explain: ‘Some of the more affordable home furnishing brands have some brilliant statement rugs in store for 2023 and we can’t wait to see how homeowners incorporate them into their design schemes.’

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