From kitchen pegboard and high-gloss paint to ugly ceramics and intentionally messy tabletops: Our predictions for the interiors trends that will define 2018.
1. The Kitchen Booth
![a new approach to the eat in kitchen: the revival of the \1950s kitchen booth a 17](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/live-oak-kitchen-beamed-ceiling-joliet-dining-nook-733x1100.jpeg)
2. Ceramic Trays
![brickett davda white extra large ceramic tray b 3](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/brickett-davda-white-extra-large-ceramic-tray-b-3-733x480.jpg)
3. Uncommon Midcentury Lighting
![tired of easy to identify lighting (from serge mouille to lindsay adelman), des 19](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/kirill-bergart-la-office-2-733x1100.jpg)
4. Ugly Ceramics
![we\2\17;re betting on the ugly ceramics trend. ugly—in a good way 20](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/dylan-bowen-ceramic-plates-group-733x489.jpg)
5. High-Gloss Ceilings
![borrowing the high gloss look of dutch doors, designers are using the glossy fi 21](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/sound-view_piano-bar-wide-01_read-mckendree-733x471.jpg)
6. The Messy Table
![composed like a dutch old masters painting, dinner party tables with past their 22](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/clarisse-demory-sophie-buhai-dinner-adrianna-glaviano-733x486.jpg)
7. Velvet Cushions
![we\2\17;ve been coveting velvet pillows for a while now so we\2\1 23](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/best-wishes-studio-velvet-cushions-two-colors-733x496.jpg)
8. Mignonette Green
![the remodelista color of the year? mignonette green, a color we\2\17;re 24](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/nobis-hotel-copenhagen-guest-room-built-in-storage-733x430.jpg)
9. Luxury Board Games
![the next wave in luxury? games: hand painted dominoes, leather chess kits (like 25](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/henderscheme-chess-kit-leather-733x489.jpg)
10. Murano Glass
![New Directions 18 Design Trends for 2018 portrait 13](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/yali-studioglass-lamps-733x489.jpg)
11. Artisan Toothpaste
![the artisan toothbrush had a moment, now it\2\17;s time for its counterp 27](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/aesop-toothpaste-dentifrice-photo-teuchterlife-733x496.jpg)
12. Pegboard in the Kitchen
![New Directions 18 Design Trends for 2018 portrait 13](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/mornington-terrace-kitchenette-733x489.jpg)
13. Shoppable Restaurants
![everything on this table is for sale; that\2\17;s the premise at la 29](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/the-guild-floral-arrangement-733x813.jpg)
14. Wonky Jugs
![the pressed textural jug from jochen holtz is free blown from borosilicate 30](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/jochen-pressed-textural-jug-1-733x489.jpg)
15. Tuareg Rugs
![is the tuareg the new berber? we think so. you can find them at john deria 31](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/space-exploration-williamsburg-penthouse-dining-room-733x489.jpg)
16. Oil Lamps
![the oil lamp is having a moment. for a longer lasting alternative to wax candle 32](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/studioilse-holocene-oil-lamp-brass-733x489.jpg)
17. Shaker Explosion
![New Directions 18 Design Trends for 2018 portrait 13](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/killiehuntly-muliebral-scotland-shaker-peg-rail-733x489.jpg)
18. Retro Tile
![retro inspired bathroom tile (such as the health tile used in katie lockha 34](https://media.remodelista.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/hotel-wanas-skane-sweden-10-733x977.jpg)
See last year’s trends in our post Looking Ahead: 17 Design Trends for 2017 and this past fall’s trends in 10 New Design Developments on Our Radar for Fall 2017.
Frequently asked questions
What are the interior design trends for 2018?
There are 18 interior design trends for 2018. These include rich colors, bold prints, maximalism, natural materials, curved furniture, vintage lighting, colored glass, statement ceilings, mixed metals, geometric shapes, sculptural furniture, dark kitchens, floral wallpapers, concrete accents, velvet, brass hardware, black and white decor, and spaces that blur indoor and outdoor living.
What are some of the colors that are trending in 2018?
In 2018, rich, bold colors such as deep blues, emerald greens, and dark reds are trending. Bright, vibrant hues like fuchsia and yellow are also popular.
What is maximalism?
Maximalism is a design style that embraces bold colors, patterns, and textures. It is the opposite of minimalism and encourages the use of multiple decor items and accessories to create a layered and opulent space.
What are natural materials in interior design?
Natural materials such as wood, stone, and organic textiles are used in interior design to create a sense of warmth and texture in a space. These materials are often sustainable and environmentally friendly.
What is statement ceiling?
A statement ceiling is a decorative element that draws attention upwards in a room. It can be achieved through the use of bold colors, patterns, or textures on the ceiling, or by adding decorative lighting or architectural elements such as beams.
What is dark kitchen?
Dark kitchens are a trend in 2018 that feature dark cabinetry, countertops and backsplashes. This creates a dramatic look that is bold and sophisticated.
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