In 2024 the concept of Sustainability is coming more and more trending. A more conscious use of natural materials and lifestyle in response to approach natural living without impacting the environment, or live in nature . In interior design specifications the concept of ‘biophilia’ trend is predicted to be a leading design trend of 2024.

Sustainability and use of organic materials have become prominent in recent years. With the public’s increased exposure to climate change, the idea of sustainability has fed into the interior industry and our homes. This will translate into how we buy furniture, a move towards furniture items with reclaimed woods and accessories with recycled glass and metal per example.

Sustainability trends in 2024 will focus on materials used in the home. «Vintage textiles, and fabrics that are produced sustainably and with a slow ethos which moves away from mass production. From responsible companies with sustainability at their core who have a focus on handmade items that will last a lifetime».

Furniture, too, will move towards responsible design and manufacture. cork will play a large part in a growing natural and sustainable trend. “Both renewable and biodegradable, cork is making its way into the kitchen for 2024”. “Cork is a material part of the sustainable trend, where we seek to connect with nature and organic materials and plant life, in our homes. It is obviously inherently sustainable and brings warmth and texture to any surface or space, but it’s also ideal for insulating, which makes it great for kitchens.”

Humans are innately and emotionally attracted to other living organisms. We are drawn to environments that have supported human life in the past, so responding to nature is part of our genetic makeup.