Top Home Design Trends of 2023

Work, parenting, or maintaining a clean home can be challenging enough without trying to stay up to date with the latest interior design trends. That's why the experts from Pulte Interiors are here for you. No more hours spent researching what’s trending in homes – we've taken out all the guesswork so that you can quickly discover ideas on how to customize these inspiring designs into your own family space. Let your imagination run wild as you explore options that make creating a beautiful dream home easy - no matter how busy life may be.

Design Trends

If you’re looking for a fresh, stylish flair to add some personality and warmth to your home in 2023 that also offers practicality, Japandi is the way to go. It's an inviting blend of Japanese and Scandinavian elements creating minimalistic spaces with natural hues. The clean lines make it perfect for families on the go who need ease of use without sacrificing beauty. There’s something so cozy about this style trend - I can't wait until everyone tries it out!

2023 interior design trends are all about creating a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that families love. Say goodbye to the strict rules of traditional decor and hello to comfortable textures and materials. Get creative with tactile elements while introducing warmth into your home — it's time for family fun in style.

Freeform Lines

Embrace your one-of-a-kind style and make it yours. Whether you're jazzing up a space with soft-rounded forms, curvilinear shapes, or anything that has raw edges - give each piece its own unique twist. Let's get creative and invite personality into our homes.

Natural Essentials

If you're looking to spruce up your home in 2023, get ready for a nature-inspired decor makeover. Think natural stone and burl wood furnishings; petrified wood pieces that have been artistically manipulated into eye-catching lighting fixtures. How about combining modern touches with traditional motifs? Try adding black metal furniture paired alongside striking wooden accents or set out an enchanting, freeform bowl - perfect for stashing away keys at the end of the night.

Mixed Materials

Sprucing up your home by creating a beautiful, layered statement with furniture, lighting, and accessories that mix multiple elements. Think wood cabinets paired with gleaming white countertops or granite islands, bold colors from textured elements, then handmade touches to bring in warmth - it's all about the perfect balance.

Handmade Basics

If you’re ready to add some artistic expression to your home, handmade basics are just the thing for any adult looking for a project. Get creative with plaster techniques and rope elements - apply them both to furniture, lighting, and accessories in fun ways that make your home unique.

Heritage Classics

With Heritage classics being added to furniture and textile designs, this trend is the perfect way to honor classic patterns from days gone by. If a certain something has stood the test of time, then keep it around. We can all take a page out of grandma's style book just with an updated twist.

Casual Warmth

When accenting and designing your home, strive for a casual warmth with some of the warm, neutral colors that are on trend this year. Incorporate wood elements to bring out an inviting atmosphere throughout your space; add pieces from local boutiques to complete the look and make it feel like you!

Textural Elements

If you’re looking to spruce up your home with some artful flair, textural elements such as bouclé fabrics and woven art pieces can really make a statement. Even if you're feeling crafty and want to take on the project yourself, layering or adding tactile textures into décor items are an easy way to get creative. With just a little bit of DIY-ing, creativity comes alive throughout every aspect of your humble abode.

If a kitchen redesign would spark your creativity, try updating with fresh and clean countertops juxtaposed against rustic wooden cabinets. Then, liven up the space by playing around with light fixtures - you can find ones that emulate handmade basics or incorporate heritage classics.

Color Trends

Another way to update your interior spaces would be to try out some of the season's most vibrant colors. Whether it’s breathing life into an otherwise drab room or adding just enough punchy color to set off a bold centerpiece, these hues will have everyone oohing and ahhing at how updated your home looks.

• Shades of blue: Transform your home into a luxurious sanctuary with 2023's elegant blue hues. These soothing shades are perfect for creating calming and peaceful spaces, perfect whether it be an entire house or just one room - like that office makeover you've been dreaming of.

• Black and white: Classic black and white will never go out of style, but this year it's all about livening up your space with a vivid pop of self-expression. Viva Magenta by Pantone or Raspberry Blush from Benjamin Moore are just two options if you're ready to make an impact in 2023. Of course, Redend Point from Sherwin Williams is always timelessly chic - the perfect finishing touch for any room.

• Vivid accents: To give rooms that extra punch, try using pops of highly saturated hues and vibrant accent colors sparingly but regularly - there's a shade to suit every taste.

• Taupe tones: All hail the power of neutrals. Taupe, tan, and cream make a timeless statement that will never be out of style. Paired with bolder colors they can create beautiful visual harmony - it's simply effortless elegance at its best.

• Rich brown and clay accents: Bring a touch of warmth and energy to your bedroom this 2023 with the perfect blend of subtle, rich colors. Incorporate chocolate and umber tones as well as taupe or browns for an inviting atmosphere. Be daring by mixing up materials like wood in creative ways - think furniture that’ll really make a statement. Layer it all together with bright artwork or accessories to complete the look; you'll be sure to have an oasis made just for you.

• Greens: With its fresh spunk and playful vibes, one thing's for sure - evergreen is here to stay this year. Make a splash in your home décor with something as simple as an eye-catching green bookshelf. Not only will it bring personality into any room, but you might even spark some joy among young ones when they get excited about organizing their own space or diving into new stories.

Creating a home full of inspiration, creativity, and playful elements is what makes it special. Taking some time to sprinkle in trends that fit your family's style allows for an inviting atmosphere when you come back from the day - something we all strive for. Having moments of calm or bursts of color around our homes can help fill us with joy and pride; a reminder that no matter how crazy life gets, there’s always somewhere safe to call “home”. Discover stunning home designs with flexible floor plans and check out Pulte's new home communities today!

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Contributed by Alexandra Shimalla, a Georgia-based freelance writer.