Wood panels, curvy furniture, wall-to-wall carpet, indoor plants, and more. These are just some of the many home design trend that became a massive hit in the past years. We just woke up one day, and everybody in the neighborhood either has bold wallpapers, glass windows, or brass fixtures.
As we enter the Year of the Ox with a mindset of spending more time at home due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, wouldn't it be nice to ditch yet another home design trend and keep your humble abode updated?
Based on the survey conducted by UK-based platform, HomeNow, 61 percent of homeowners said that the next home design trend they are ready to let go of this year is the industrial theme.
Instead of keeping the Edison lights, exposed bricks, and pipes, homeowners are now looking into having a more serene interior design this 2021.
What is Industrial Design?
Industrial design is an aesthetic trend inspired by old factories and industrial spaces converted into loft and living spaces. A few years ago, the modern industrial home design became a trend as homeowners highlight wood elements and exposed bricks
The industrial design trend could be traced back to the 1990s. The lack of residential space for young professionals seeking opportunity in the cities lead developers to convert abandoned factories, warehouse, and other commercial buildings into chic apartment or condo unit.
Instead of overhauling and concealing the entire place, the design embraced the beauty of brick walls, ceiling beams, and other geometric designs.
A house with an industrial design or theme means having a fuss-free decor composed of metals, woods, and even recycled materials. It has a minimal take on furniture, which has neutral texture and colors.
Why ditch the industrial design this 2021?
According to the HomeNow survey, industrial design is a trend that is slowly fading away this year.
"If your home looks more like an industrial warehouse or an abandoned building, you could end up losing money on your property by as much as 5 percent to 10 percent off the asking price, as potential buyers will want to redo your home aesthetics," the survey reads.
In an interview with Elle Decor, decorist designer Scot Meacham Wood said that homeowners are now looking into spaces that could nurture and develop them.
"They want rooms that let them sink into the important things in life, and that doesn't necessarily include Edison bulbs!" Wood said.
Other home design trend to drop this Year Of the Ox
Aside from industrial design, the survey also shows that homeowners are now ready to dismiss other trendy designs that will soon fade away. Fifty-eight percent of the respondents said that they now willing to let go of the vessel bathroom sink.
"Vessel sinks have outstayed their welcome in any bathroom. Not only are they awkward to use, but they can also potentially knock down the price of your home if the buyers want an updated bathroom. Having an outdated or badly decorated bathroom can potentially lead to a $27,000 decrease in property value," the survey noted.
Meanwhile, 52% want to say goodbye to open shelving, 41% for shabby-chic furniture, and 39% for floral decors.
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