While some trends are temporary, others have a long lifespan. For example, nickel and shiplap remained popular long after the first season Fixer Upperwhile millennial pink isn’t quite as ubiquitous as it was in the 2010s.
As the halfway point of 2024 inches approaches, I decided to ask designers what trends in the home they don’t predict will last until next year. The pros have weighed in with their hot takes, but if you still want to try or stick with one of these trends, go ahead. The best part about decorating your home is that you can and should have the final say in your space.
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Too much Grandmillennial Decor
Designer Jennifer McKissick appreciates the return of traditional decor, but favors mixing classic pieces with modern touches to create more visually diverse, balanced spaces. “Anything overly ‘grandmillennial’ is probably on the way out—what I mean by this is whole rooms wrapped in chintz, frills and pastels,” she says.
“Don’t get me wrong: I love these things, but not all at once,” she adds. If you’ve been leaning heavily on this trend, introducing a few pieces of clean lines can easily spruce up a room. “This will be more authentic to that time period [today] while still nodding to the past,” says McKissick.
Decoration above the kitchen cabinets
Designer Sandra Asdourian sees space-saving and decorating above kitchen cabinets with baskets, trays and other items falling out of favor, thanks to the dust that can collect in this area. “A clean and uncluttered kitchen design provides a more relaxing and enjoyable cooking experience,” says Asdourian. “In design, it’s important to allow your eyes to rest and not have too many focal points everywhere you look.”