Interiors

DESIGN TRENDS ON THE RISE FOR 2023

May 11, 2023

Let’s take a peek at what is in store for designs trends for the coming year.

ART COLLECTIONS 

There has been a recent rise in the interest of art collections with many art galleries, art expos and auction houses popping up. Art has always been an integral part of interiors as it softens the ambience of a home while adding vibrancy to its surrounding. Art doesn’t have to be confined to just paintings alone, it can also be in the form of a sculpture, an old movie poster, odd objects mixed as art pieces, an art installation with a powerful message or a unique carving. In other words, just about anything that’s creative and displayed can be deemed as art. Three strong reasons why people collect art? To support the artists, as an investment and as an extension of self-expression to raise one’s own status and prestige in society.

WINE COLLECTIONS

The days where homeowners hid their wine storage in some back room or wine cellar are long gone. Now, wine rack installations are displayed as an art form and vintage wines or premium champagnes are displayed to show its worth. Adding a wall of wine bottles as an art display is intriguing, and having a chill room visibly displayed in a glass room adds to the glamour of the interior.

MARBLE TOPS AND DISPLAYS

More and more homeowners are incorporating marble surfaces for kitchen tops or dining tables as a focal point. This bold statement exudes confidence and the detailing in unique vein styles are stories to be told during a meal conversation. There are also many colours to choose from, and the cool effect of the marble drips of luxury and opulence.

WELLNESS 

Since the pandemic era has driven many to be cooped up in their own dwellings, homeowners have learned to pamper themselves and this trend will continue in 2023. Bathtubs have become a new necessity as soaking themselves while relaxing or taking a short nap, is now the new way of pampering to re-energise the body and soul. Many are installing top-of-the-shelf sound systems for relaxing music, dimmer lights for a softer ambience, a selection of aromatherapy for different moods, a small fridge or a mini bar counter for refreshments, and most importantly the bathroom must be Instagrammable. 

This issue, we also pay tribute to eight outstanding women of design who received the Women Empowering Designer Award (WEDA) at the annual Designer of the Year (DOTY) Awards 2021 held at The RuMa Hotel and Residences. These women have made exceptional contributions to a widely touted male-dominated profession and have broken the mould, proving that women do have the ability to make a significant mark in the design industry. Brava to them all! 

We have also presented the ever-fashionable Milan Report in conjunction with Salone del Mobile 2022, Italy with new collections of furniture and furnishing which are made available in the country. All you need to know about award-winning furniture brands, furniture brands with a rich heritage and unique designs by design maestros can be found in this issue. 

Last but not least, please enjoy the Inside pages curated by our editorial team: SAOTA’s Los Angeles Bellgave Residence, Covet House x Vyde Studio’s opulent home in Dubai, Greg Natale’s pink penthouse in Melbourne, Neutral Modern Home with Draga & Aurel in Milan and the super-luxurious Giorgetti x Benetti B.Yond Yacht. We have literally super homes for your reading pleasure from all over the world. Let’s begin.

Alvin Chang

Editor in Chief