For 2022, Home Design is all about Making it Multifunctional

One of the 2022 home decor trends designers are most excited about is the focus on multifunctional—spaces, furniture, rooms, and items. In fact, many people—homeowners and designers alike—are reconsidering howspaces are designed and what it really means to be “multifunctional.”

“Multifunctional spaces are coming in hot in 2022 and are most likely here to stay,” says Castro. Being at home for months on end during pandemic lockdowns, she says “allowed many people (especially those design enthusiasts) to realize how they use each space in their home and the better functions they could be introducing in a single room.”

Briana Ellis Hoag, AIA, Founder of Ritual Architecture, shares her perspective: “I think what’s changing in home design is a more balanced approach to remodeling and expanding to meet your family’s needs,” she says. “Last year it was carving out home offices and home study areas. This year, I think while that is still important, it’s more of a bigger picture consideration of how we can make our homes more of an oasis where we WANT to spend more time there, even if we don’t NEED to as much these days.”

In addition to the idea of multifunctional comes the focus on statement pieces and furniture that serves more than one purpose—especially if you rent or live in a smaller space.

“For those living in smaller spaces, furniture that offers multiple functions is ideal,” shares Katie Simpson, Senior Interior Designer at Mackenzie Collier Interiors. “Quality multifunctional furniture provides versatility as it can adapt to many living situations whether you are downsizing or already have a small floor plan.”

“The pandemic led us to acknowledge the importance of the ‘home’ as a haven,” notes designer Alice Dahbura-Borges. Subsequently, she believes “we will continue to see the demand for versatility in the home where one space can be transformed and molded for different activities: a dining table or kitchen island can double as a desk.”

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