Colour is back: Beige is losing its dominance as a fresh palette of colours emerges. In 2024, a modern living space isn't complete without the inclusion of sandy, earthy hues like powder pink, salmon, terracotta and ochre.

Surfaces become a playground for design creativity. Vertical wooden fronts play with light and shadow and evoke a sense of liveliness – along with fluted glass. In addition to symmetrical designs and embossing, Milan also showcased the beauty of natural veined patterns.

Be it wood, ceramic, stone look or bouclé: natural-looking materials with loads of character are definitely having a moment in 2024. Salone del Mobile not only featured versatile combinations but also reinterpreted the used look. Metallic elements – preferably made of brass – set an elegant accent.

In addition to smart lighting designs that create bespoke living spaces and draw attention to key pieces of furniture, built-in power solutions are becoming increasingly popular. Multifunctional furnishings with integrated electrical features are catching the eye.

When it comes to interiors, accessories really are a must-have. Organic design objects, favourite avant-garde pieces, patterned fabrics and seating that taps into styles of decades past are all eye-catching trends.

Multi-functional homes to suit different living situations will be a key trend going forwards. New takes on wall units and reinterpreted storage space solutions open up new ways of using space to suit individual requirements – slide-in door systems create aesthetic space concepts.