With this in mind, we turned to some of our favorite designers to ask for their best predictions for living room trends in 2023. “We’re going to move away from the more traditional living room layouts of the past, like a sofa with two matching swivels, or matching sofas with a pair of table lamps,” Odom says. “In 2023, filling space with a formulaic arrangement won’t be feeling exciting.” Instead, Odom says that people are going to lean into pieces and layouts that make their space feel unique. “Whether that’s an incredible leather-wrapped daybed that anchors the room or a really distinctive chair, we’re making room for pieces that stand out—even if doing so makes for a less traditional layout,” Odom tells us. “We rely heavily on books and small sculptural items in a way that we’re moving past,” he tells us. “I predict that we’ll see more considered and special pieces without the distraction of other accessories we see over and over again.” Odom notes that pedestals are a rising decor piece that embraces this exact method. “It really can anchor a room in an intriguing way,” he explains. “I see using living rooms as multipurpose spaces,” interior designer Jennifer Hunter says. “I always include a game table in all of my living rooms because I want clients to truly live in that space.” Katie Labourdette-Martinez and Olivia Wahler of Hearth Homes Interiors agree. “We expect a lot more curved furniture, as we already are seeing a lot of curved sofas, as well as accent chairs and benches," they share. “We love the expanded options of accent chairs with rope or woven details on the back,” the team tells us. “Consider adding touches of the chair’s accent material or color throughout the home to create a cohesive look. It adds visual interest and another layer of texture, which can help create a cozy, homey vibe.” “We’re really excited about larger pieces in bold colors, like burnt orange paired with muted pastel paint and textiles,” Labourdette-Martinez and Wahler share. “We love the juxtaposition of a soft blue-grey-white mixed with deep, saturated rust." “I think natural elements like marble, rattan, wicker, and cane will continue to have a strong presence in design next year,” she says. “Along with this, earth tones seem to be sticking around. I think we will still see a lot of water tones like greens and blues.” “Many use walls as an extension of their warm and cozy space—but it doesn’t have to end there," she explains. “We like to refer to the ceiling as the 5th wall, and depending on the space and architecture of a room, painting the ceiling can create a sense of cohesiveness.” “I think the influence of art deco-inspired accent pieces and accessories will come into play for 2023,” she says. “I’m starting to see more and more influence from this period.”
