Interior designers say that 2024 home decor shows nods to the 70s.
Here’s how to embrace the trend.
The ’70s are back!
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No need to break out your bell bottoms, though.
Instead, homes across the South areembracing modern takes on ’70s styles.
Weve gathered our favorite 1970s-inspired design ideas to fuel your colorful, nostalgic mood board.
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Floral Upholstery
Grandma’s couch is decidedly back in style for 2024.
Upholstered furniture in floral, fun, and funky patters are a welcome reappearance among solid colored sofas.
Shag Carpets
Shag carpets were all the rage in the 1970s.
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“Ive heard it referred to as a ‘monastic bed-making style.’
Our clients are definitely embracing thismore simplistic bedroom lookthese days.”
Choose a ’70s-inspired paint color for the full effect, like this avocado green kitchen.
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“Billy Baldwin would be proud.”
Velvet
There’s nothing cozier than a velvet couch.
Folks in the 1970s knew this well, and we’re about to get a reminder in 2024.
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This was true for rugs in the ’70s, and it holds true today.
Statement Stone Fireplaces
A grand,stone fireplacewas a signature look of the ’70s.
We doubt this look will be going out of style any time soon.
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Maximalist Wallpaper
In the ’70s, geometric wallpaper and larger-than-life patterns were a household staple.
Modern adaptations usebold patterns and colorsto bring life to any room.
Designers expect to see these rounded styles prevail through 2024.
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Pendant Lights
Pendant lights are oh-so-’70s.
Make a statement with bold lighting above the kitchen island or in any room you hey.
Exposed Brick
Let your brick shine.
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In recent years, white-washing brick has been extremely popular.
In 2024 however, Southerners are paying homage to the ’70s by letting their brick lay bare.
Pottery
Ceramic decor was especially popular during the ’70s and will be seeing a resurgence in 2024.
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Colorful pots, bowls, and vases will artfully decorate many shelves and tabletops throughout the year.
“I think we will see any and all of these design features in the coming year.”
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