9 Emerging Home Trends to Shop Now
Salone del Mobile, or Milan Design Week, is to interior lovers as Paris Fashion Week is to the fashion set. It’s the mecca, the holy grail, the Super Bowl. And for the past few years—ever since the pandemic revitalized the home industry—the annual furniture fair has attracted more and more attention, particularly from high fashion houses and their loyal disciples.
The weeklong event concluded on April 13, and now, I’m breaking down the top trends that you can translate into your own space. “This year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan made it clear: design is embracing boldness, personality, and thoughtfulness,” expert Cintia Dixon told House Beautiful. From Pantone’s color of the year, Mocha Mousse, to a re-imagination of mid-century modernism, I’ve made the scoop as digestible as possible. Keep scrolling for nine ways to incorporate these trends at home.
High Fashion Crossovers
Fashion houses have long occupied a portion of Salone del Mobile, but more so now than ever before. In fact, two main players chose the occasion to announce their inaugural home collections. The Row quietly debuted handwoven cashmere blankets and aromatherapy oils, while Louis Vuitton wowed with its Objets Nomades presentation. Other highlights included Loewe teapots and Hermès porcelain.
Dior Miss Dior Water Glass
Gucci Heron Print Wallpaper
Prada Saffiano Leather Chess Set
Woven Accents
The ancient art of weaving seems born again this year, as more designers embrace earthy textures and organic materials. Ralph Lauren collaborated with Naiomi and Tyler Glasses, seventh-generation Navajo weavers. Fendi opted for braided suede, and La DoubleJ tapped Tuscan craftsmen for raffia coasters and placemats. Allegra Hicks went so far as to build furniture out of woven brass, and Hermès’s casually wove 24 karat-gold into the chevron of its new cashmere throw.
Serena & Lily Braided Wool Rug
Embroidery
Similar to the emphasis on weaving techniques, embroidery is having a renaissance, too. Against all logic, Massimiliano Locatelli managed to pull off embroidered wood (yes, wood). Jorge Lizarazo also got in on the action, as did Luce Couillet using cotton and, amazingly, more wood.
Anthropologie Chunky Accent Chair
Oeuvres Sensibles Table Runner
Schoolhouse Tulbend Quilt
Bold Light Fixtures
Let there be thoughtful lighting, that was one of the primary takeaways this year. Designer Lee Broom unveiled the Fendi Idol chandelier, while Issey Miyake made light fixtures his sole focus. From Kartell’s 25th anniversary to Margherita Maccapani Missoni’s botanical lamp, fixtures took centerstage in Milan, so maybe it’s time to replace those sconces after all. Dramatic overhead lighting and long, tall floor lamps were common themes.
Rejuvenation Roland Table Lamp
Lulu and Georgia Luneth Sconce
H&M Cylindrical Floor Lamp
’60s Mod
Elements of retrofuturism were everywhere, with an emphasis on the signature mod look of the 1960s. Saint Laurent showcased a 1967 couch that never went into production, now slated to return as a limited edition item, as well as a rattan bookcase from 1962. Meanwhile, Baxter paid homage to ’60s-era California.
Honorable mention goes to the 1970s, which played a big role in Loro Piana’s installation and are integral to forthcoming launches from Marset, Edra, and Roche Bobois.
Edie Parker Jelly Tabletop Lighter
Article Mysen 34” Bookcase
Jonathan Adler Fleur Coasters
Faux Furs
From fashion week to design week, it seems like the appetite for faux fur is utterly insatiable. Dedar’s furry drum set is sure to live on in attendee’s memories, as is Garcia Cumini’s fuzzy sofa. At Fosbury Architecture, the fur was wall-to-wall, even covering the floors. And Fendi Casa played with the texture, too.
Ellison Studios Swell Chair
Saks OFF 5th Kobe Pillow Set
Cubism
What can I say to explain cubes as an emerging trend? Not much, I fear. Blockish forms cropped up everywhere, from Atollo and Saint Laurent to 6:AM’s Quadrato chandelier. Knoll opted to reissue box tables, and Fendi Casa featured boxlike armchairs.
Jonathan Adler Miami Pedestal Bowl
TOV Mixie Indoor / Outdoor Coffee Table
One Kings Lane Costa 71” Cube Sideboard
Asymmetry
Unnatural perfection is out, and organic realism is in. Don’t shy away from uneven lines and sculptural forms. Both Expormim and Tribù’s collaboration with Monica Armani were two of the standout exhibitions that leaned into asymmetry.
GLSLAND Irregular Wall Mirror
MoMa Accent Chair
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AllModern Riveter Metal Tripod Lamp
Glass
Sorry to all the mothers of young kids out there, but this one might not be for you. Glass is all the rage, and I’m not just talking about stemware. Throughout the week, designers showcased bold, textured, and colorful glass in everything from chandeliers to Hermès’s side tables. Murano glass was especially well-represented, appearing at Fendi Casa, La DoubleJ, and Versace.
Ivy Bronx Gutierres Sled Coffee Table
Crate & Barrel Venezia Candle Holders
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