While some trends are temporary, others have a long lifespan. Nickel gap and shiplap paneling, for example, have remained popular long past the first season of Fixer Upper, while millennial pink isn’t quite as ubiquitous as it was back in the 2010s.
As the halfway point of 2024 inches closer, I decided to ask designers which home trends they don’t foresee lasting into next year. The pros weighed in with their hot takes, but if you still want to try out or stick to one of these trends, too, go for it. The best part of decorating your home is that you can and should have the final say in your own space.
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Overly Grandmillennial Decor
Designer Jennifer McKissick appreciates the return of traditional decor, but she’s in favor of mixing classic pieces with modern touches to create more visually varied, balanced spaces. “Anything overly ‘grandmillennial’ is likely on its way out — what I mean by this is entire rooms swathed in chintz, ruffles, and pastels,” she says.
“Don’t get me wrong: I love these things, but not all at once,” she adds. If you leaned really hard into this trend, introducing a few pieces with clean lines can easily fix a room. “This will feel more authentic to the time period [today] while still giving a nod to the past,” McKissick says.
Decorating Above Kitchen Cabinets
Designer Sandra Asdourian sees the space-saving hack of decorating above kitchen cabinets with baskets, trays, and other items as 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,” Asdourian says. “In design, it’s important to allow your eyes to rest and not have too many focal points everywhere you look.”