6 Home Trends Designers Are Quietly Retiring (and You Should, Too!)

"gravitating toward muted yet richly pigmented tones, layered textures, and striking contrasts,"

"While an all-beige palette can be beautiful, I'm much more drawn to the warmth and depth that comes from a layered approach of mixing tones and creating visual distinction,"

"Airier, crisper interiors where color and pattern still play a starring role but with a lighter, more thoughtful hand."

"While it had its moment, it often felt more like a passing fad than a timeless texture," says Bethea. "I think it's time to move on from it and let other materials and finishes have their spotlight."

Interior design is shifting away from uniform beige schemes toward muted yet richly pigmented tones, layered textures, and stronger contrasts to create warmth and depth. Print mixing remains acceptable but should be applied with a lighter, more thoughtful hand to achieve airier, crisper interiors. Secondhand and vintage pieces add character and longevity to spaces and continue to be recommended. Bouclé and similar heavily nubby textures are losing favor and are often seen as passing fads; pairing identical heavy textures across multiple elements is discouraged. Personal comfort and individual style should guide decorating choices.

Read at Apartment Therapy