Modern housing trends taking over 2024

There are many popular modern housing trends this year. They range from a range of designs from small homes to innovative interior designs featuring gallery walls.

From Quonset hut homes to blue tones, read on to find out what the top trends of the year are. 

8 modern housing trends of 2024

Here are some of the top trends of 2024. 

• Quonset hut home

A Quonset hut home is a very popular 2024 housing trend. Quonset huts are perfect for those looking to create a small modern home.  

They are an easy and affordable example of how to own a small modern home perfect for living in.  

They are mostly made from recycled steel and are affordable, low maintenance, durable, and easy-to-build. 

If you want to avoid the conventional large homes, a Quonset hut is perfect for you. Sturdy and easy to design. 

• Sustainable furniture 

Sustainable furniture is highly in demand this year and will most likely remain in demand for the years to come. 

That’s right, interior designers and manufacturers expect sustainable furniture to become a key aspect of interior design. 

Sustainable furniture is a great option for those looking for responsibly sourced and eco-friendly furniture. 

From reclaimed wood to upcycled furniture, here is a link to some of the best sustainable furniture companies.  

• Glass jars, containers and soap dispensers

In line with eco-friendly furniture, many people are opting to ditch toxic and unhealthy plastic containers for glass containers. 

Some interior designers are opting for colored glass jars to put fresh flowers in. This helps bring a pop of color and light into a room. 

You can choose to purchase these or simply use what you can find at home to make your own decorations. 

• Thrifted frames and artwork

Gallery walls made with thrifted frames and artwork are still popular this year. 

Individuals love finding unique frames and high-quality artwork at flea markets and thrift shops. 

They love searching for hidden gems and discovering unknown artists. 

After all, Vivian Maier’s work was discovered posthumously thanks to a shopper at a flea market. 

• Textures 

Textures are in this year. Both professional interior designers and amateurs are using textures to make their home stand out. 

Combining different textures is a great way to perfect your home’s interior design. Textures can add depth to a room, as well as enhance certain features and distract from others. 

Textures can make a room’s design more interesting and original by playing with contrast. They act as layers that help sublime the room and bring it to life. 

You can add different textures to your space with furniture, plants, curtains, light and simple decorative items. 

• Blue tones 

Blue tones are very popular this year. 

Many people find that they need more relaxing and joyous colors in their home. They are tired of plain white walls and furniture. 

Blue tones are a favorite this year because they are sophisticated, elegant and relaxing. 

They are a perfect mix of the three and successfully create a calming and soothing atmosphere. 

Studies show that blue can help reduce blood pressure, improve focus and productivity. 

• Bookshelves with rare books

Dark academia is a popular trend, not only in the interior design world but also in the fashion, music and film industries. 

This trend encourages the possession of rare book editions. As a result, home bookshelves filled with old books are in demand.

Books bring gravitas to a room and help create a welcoming, cozy and comforting space in your home. 

You can thrift old editions at a flea market or purchase some from a rare and antiquarian bookseller. 

• Organic cotton and linen fabrics

Organic cotton and linen fabrics have always been popular, but their success seems to be increasing year after year. 

Now that people are looking for sustainable and healthier options, they love quality fabrics that are eco-friendly and chemical-free. 

Many people also love the aesthetic look of linen fabrics on their bed and the feel of fresh, organic, cotton sheets. 

Final thoughts

We hope you found these trends inspiring and that you’ll try some of these out during your next home decorating session!