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 Introduction

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“The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our

own, we have no soul of our own civilization.” Frank Lloyd Wright.

Architecture and design is at the heart and soul of every civilization.

As an architect or designer, you are an interpreter of your time, day,

and age. If we look around today we can see that the future is

closer than we think. The projects that are coming up are already

seeing to the imagined needs of the next generation.

Interior design has also taken center stage as more people spend

most of their time at home. The 2020 coronavirus pandemic

changed the way we work, socialize, and where we spend our time

in general. We’ve come to rely on digital technologies more than

ever and the ever-evolving social distancing practices continue to

affect our lifestyle.

In this Ebook we’re going to look at some of the trends that

are shaping 2022 in architecture and interior design.

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Architecture
Practice Trends

Trendbook for Designers

What's Inside:

BIM
Parametric Design
VR & Immersive Architecture
Big Data
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Starting us off are the four major trends that are influencing how

the architectural practice is changing in most offices worldwide.

What are architects doing differently to keep up with the times?

Let’s find out.

1. BIM
Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology supports

architects in the design process. It helps you gain more insights

earlier on in the process that help you meet your client’s

requirements while delivering the project with improved quality

and efficiency.

BIM is already a familiar idea and continues to build more

momentum in the architectural community. If you want to

collaborate more effectively, make better decisions, and improve

your overall efficiency, incorporating BIM into your architectural

practice is a good way to go. The BIM principles can be

implemented with relative independence. Here are some of the

ways you can do it.

Designing a project using a unique 3D model that you can

modify at wish throughout the project lifecycle. This 3D has

metadata attached to it like the material of the elements and

parametric modifiers such as wall height.

Storing the 3D model in a multi-client database on the cloud

that is easily accessible simultaneously by everyone on the

team.
 Precisely defining multi-user permissions on the model to

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reflect the responsibilities of all the team members.

When using BIM, all the construction elements are indexed using
standard categories, namely the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC).

Also, libraries of construction products can be positioned in the

model. You will get actualization if the product version changes.

At the rate at which technology is growing, BIM will be a

mainstream tool to design architecture very soon.

2. Parametric Design
Our second trend in architectural practice is parametric design.

Parametric design lets you specify key parameters for your project

and allows you to make changes interactively, because the model

updates automatically. All this is possible because parametric

design is a generative design system where adjusting your

parameters computes to create different design outputs.

This computation allows you to create forms and structures that

would otherwise not be possible with other architectural software.

You can design parametrically using Grasshopper, a software

extension of Rhino, and then use a User Interface to make the

operation visual.

On the other hand, you could choose to code directly using a

geometric programming language. Nonetheless, the good thing

about Grasshopper is that it shows you the shape of the building

and lets you define the handles that you’ll use to control it.
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Technology is continually shaping the architectural practice.
However, parametric design takes this to a whole level by literally

moving architecture closer to programming. This is because when

using this design trend, you use direct code to shape your forms.
This design practice breathes life into tasks that were once

impossible when using traditional 3D modeling software.

In addition to making the impossible possible, parametric design

changes the typical relationship that you’ve had with the finished

building. The shape is controlled by a series of constraints and

parameters instead of the typical way in which things work with

other modeling technologies.

This means that your imagination can roam as freely as it can while

working together with the computer to seamlessly bring out your

best creative ideas.

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3. VR & Immersive Architecture

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Instantly make your designs come to life in a true-to-scale

environment with immersive architecture.

Seems like a dream right?

Well, this architectural practice is here to change your life and that

of your clients for the better. Virtual Reality (VR) and immersive

architecture allow you to observe, walkthrough, touch objects and

see how everything around you responds in real-time. No more
guessing or waiting for construction to experience all the elements

and make adjustments.

So, how does this magical world work? The immersive virtual reality

that you experience is as a result of the combined effort of wireless

tracking technology, HD projectors, computer graphics, polarised

glass, headsets, and other amazing technologies. All these

elements work together to create interactive real-life experiences

from your amazing designs.

Not only does VR help with the design process, but it also allows

your client to experience what their building will feel like, and allow

them to make any changes before the physical construction starts.

Think of how much money, time, energy, and back and forth this

saves you. All changes can be made without having to see the

physical space in person.

Very soon VR and immersive architecture will be the norm in all

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architectural offices. Why? Because it’s both powerful and efficient

for both you and the client to see the designs before they physically

come to life.

This is why VR technology has become more popular over the years

with more developments to the technology taking place every day.

Thanks to some ambitious, forward-thinking individuals, the

conceptual stage will soon be a breeze for many architects all over

the world.

4. Big Data
Imagine how much better your designs would be if you had all the

data you needed to create a great design. Although big data is a

concept that is still in its infant stages, it has the potential to

change the architectural world phenomenally.

In the 21st century, data is being produced every second of every

day. Collecting and using this data within the architectural world is

the beginning of a revolution.

Big data architecture is the logical and physical structure that

influences how large volumes of data are managed, processed,

stored, and accessed for the purpose of design. This architectural

practice entails the management and analysis of large amounts of

data for business purposes, and provides an environment where

data analytics tools can be used.

These tools are used to extract important business information

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from huge volumes of data that would otherwise be ambiguous.

There’s no denying that big data is impacting how we design and

construct buildings and cities. Today, you have access to data that
just over 100 years ago your predecessors could only dream of.

With more exposure to more data, you can access volumes of data

that can help you design more unique, more efficient, and safer
buildings. Smart cities are a good example of how big data is being

used in the architectural space to change the game. Here are some

of the ways that you, architects, urban designers, and planners can

work with this data:

Use the data to help in the design process

Experiment and create models using the data

Analyze the data to refine local and national policy-making and

implementation

Use the data to increase transparency in the development

process, and speed things up

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Architecture
Trends
Trendbook for Architects

What's Inside:

Smart Cities
Indoor Parks
Natural Disaster-Proof Architecture
The proliferation of Mixed-Use
Developments
Rotating Skyscrapers
3D-Printed Interiors
Hypnotic Bridges
Floating Pools
The 15-Minute Neighbourhood
Sci-Fi Skylines
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Trends in Architectural Design
There are numerous architectural trends that are taking over the

world today. For example, we have towers with rotating floors, a

park that can cleanse raw sewage, and cities that are more efficient

than ever before.

The great minds of architects all over the world continue to come

up with amazing new ways to improve the current designs.

Here are a few of the great architectural trends that are shaping

architecture in 2022.
1. Smart Cities

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The world is continually changing. Socially, economically, politically,

and even environmentally. With urban migration constantly on the

rise, we have to keep improving our designs to sustain this

incredible growth. This is where smart cities come in.

Smart cities are also always evolving. Remember how we looked at

big data above and the role it plays in design? Well, smart cities are

the implementation of this concept. They make use of the big data
that has been processed and apply it to regulate and control any
number of municipal systems.

So, what makes smart cities different from the usual cities? Well, a

smart city is a structure that is predominantly composed of

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). These

technologies develop, deploy, and support sustainable

development practices that address growing urbanization

challenges.

Incorporating the goal of a smart city into the design is a big role

for architects. By virtue, smart cities are sustainable cities.

Therefore, the whole design concept should reflect efficiency and

less waste.
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has the infrastructure, business, transport, governance, land use
planning, and economic elements to digital master planning and

individual projects. The important thing to understand is how

professional services are interrelated, and then bringing them to

work most effectively.

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Brainport Smart District,

Helmond, NL. . © UNStudio
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Masdar City.
©Foster + Partners

Smart city technology concept, young woman using modern urban application
of bus stops in Barcelona for finding out the schedule of transport.
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2. Indoor Parks

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Think of an indoor park as an environment in which people and

plants are of equal importance. A place where architecture and

nature are merged into a seamless whole. Our connection to

nature is something that is in our blood, and although our modern

cities are more concrete and steel than green spaces, it doesn’t

mean that our need to be one with nature goes away.

An indoor park offers a compelling attraction line-up and

environment to compensate for not being located “outdoor”.

Indoor parks are a great way of bringing together the two most

important aspects. It’s like bringing the outside inside. No matter

what surrounds the indoor park, people can still enjoy nature and

have a good time, and forget the world outside if they want to.

A great example of this trend is “Wild Urbanism”, a concept that

was proposed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro. This was after they won a
two-stage international competition to design Zaryadye Park,

Moscow’s first new public park in over 50 years. The “Wild

Urbanism” theory represents the concept where the natural and

the built environments cohabit to create a new public space.

Zaryadye Park’s four landscape typologies include forest, tundra,

steppe, and wetland. There is also an integrated augmented micro-

climate that allows the park to continue to function as a public

space throughout the country’s extreme winters. "Zaryadye Park

will embody the past and the future simultaneously," explained

Diller Scofidio +Renfro during the project conception. Some of the

features of this indoor park include regulated temperatures,

stimulated daylight, and controlled wind.

Diller Scofidio + Renfro's winning proposal - Masterplan. © KB Strelka

Entrance from the Red Square - Diller Scofidio + Renfro's winning proposal. © KB Strelka
Diller Scofidio + Renfro's winning proposal. © KB Strelka

Diller Scofidio + Renfro's winning proposal. © KB Strelka

3. Natural Disaster-Proof Architecture

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Since time immemorial, designing and building for environmental
hazards has always been a necessity in the discipline of architecture.

Even our ancestors had to keep in mind the several natural disasters

that could take place and prepare for them in their design. However,

when it comes to creating natural disaster-proof structures, function

often overrides form for several reasons.

Some of these reasons include limited resources, ease, and practicality.

Nonetheless, architects today are changing the game with sturdy new

buildings that are turning this notion on its head. A great example is

Dionisio González who fused the role of artist with that of an architect,

engineer, and urban planner in his work.

Dionisio designed dreamlike, futuristic forts from concrete and iron.

These works of art are located off the coast of Alabama in the Gulf of

Mexico. Why? Because this small landmass has a reputation of

experiencing perpetual and catastrophic hurricanes. Therefore,

designing these strong natural disaster-proof structures for the

residents of Dauphin Island was a great deal to them.

These structures are the hybrid of a beach house, a bunker, and a space

ship. Every time a storm hits, the residents of this area are left to rebuild

their homes again and again after the storm has washed away most of

the coastline. Dionisio created hypothetical blueprints for his forts to

illustrate how his bulbous concrete structures would be better for these

residents.

Although this concept is still in its infancy, it has the potential to change

the world of architecture and prevent a lot of heartaches in the future.

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Rendering by Dionisio González, for his series "Inter-Action". © The Huffington Post

Rendering by Dionisio González, for his series "Dauphin Island". © The Huffington Post

Rendering by Dionisio González, for his series "Dauphin Island". © The Huffington Post
Rendering by Dionisio González, for his
series "Dauphin Island". © The Huffington
Post

Rendering by Dionisio González, for his

series "Inter-Action". © The Huffington Post
4. Mixed-Use Developments

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Even before the pandemic that swept through the world in 2020,
many developers prioritized the concept of mixed-use development.

However, the crisis seems to have exacerbated the implementation of

the idea. The events that took place provided a real-world case study

that proved the worth of the proliferation of mixed-use schemes.

During the pandemic, we were able to see how this architectural

trend aligned well with what was going on in the world. Moving
forward there will be a rise in the application of this concept by many

architects. A good example is a proposal for a self-sufficient

community in China by Vincent Guallart.

Guallart Architects won the international competition for the design of

a mixed-use community in Xiong’an, China. This mixed-use design is

an urban model that merges the traditional European urban blocks,

the productive farming landscape, and the Chinese modern towers.

This example not only proves that this trend is evolving and being

taken a step further, but also that the pandemic experience changed

the way we design buildings and cities. This new design trend defines

a new urban typology with a highly diverse program that comprises

energy and food production systems. This concept turns development

into an almost self-sufficient environment.

© Guallart Architects

© Guallart Architects
© Guallart Architects

© Guallart Architects

© Guallart Architects
5. Rotating Skyscrapers

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Israeli-Italian architect David Fisher of Dynamic Architecture is the
creative genius behind the rotating skyscraper trend. This world’s first

rotating skyscraper is capable of turning clockwise and anti-clockwise

and aims to go for 80 stories, easily soaring 388 meters above the

streets of Dubai.

As you’ll see in the images below, this concept fits well with Dubai’s

future of luxury and culture of the rich and famous. Where else would
you find a skyscraper that rotates? This enormous, towering building

with 80 floors will complete a 360 degrees rotation every 90 minutes.

Imagine having a suite in this amazing creation.

Not only would you have an amazing view of the city, but you’ll also

enjoy having all four cardinal directions covered. In addition to

amazing views, the building is set to be equipped with several huge

turbines that will generate electricity for the tenants and penthouse
residents. The residents will also be able to park their cars in their

apartments, all thanks to the nifty lifts carefully incorporated in the

design.

Although rotating skyscrapers are still a new concept at the moment,

we have a feeling that they will one day become very popular.
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© GORPROJECT

© GORPROJECT
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6. 3D-Printed Interiors

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Architects Michael Hasnmeyer and Benjamin Dillenburger are the two
geniuses we have to thank for this architectural trend. We can’t refute

the fact that interior decorations are vital to our spaces, however, the

future of indoor design is 3D printing.

The process involved in generating 3D printed interiors is fairly quick

and flexible because both the design and the production are digital-

based. We know that the future is all about sustainability and this
concept reflects that well. There is a high level of sustainable

production because the prints are made with bioplastic with hardly

any waste in the process.

The duo we mentioned above pulled off a 3D printing feat as part of

the project “Digital Grotesque” where they printed an entire room. The

16 square meter cube looks like it could fit well in a cathedral. On their

website they write, “Digital Grotesque presents a fully immersive, solid,

human-scale enclosed structure with a perplexing level of detail. Its

geometry consists of hundreds of millions of individual facets printed

at a resolution of a tenth of a millimeter, constituting a 3.2-meter high,

16 square meters large room.”

For architects, this concept allows you to design with a complexity and

richness that you would otherwise not be able to accomplish by hand.

You can use this technology to render bits and bytes directly into

reality. There is no cap to your creativity.

The Landscape Table is in the ‘innovation lab’ area, it is a statement piece that can
double up as a boardroom or reading table. Image © DUS and Nacása&Partners Inc

The Juice Bar in the Loft Flagship store in Ginza, Tokyo, was 3D printed.
©DUS and Nacása&Partners Inc
 For architects, this
concept allows you to
design with a
complexity and
richness that you
would otherwise not
be able to accomplish
by hand. You can use
this technology to
render bits and bytes
directly into reality.
There is no cap to
your creativity.
7. Hypnotic Bridges

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Why design boring suspension bridges that you can find anywhere

when you have the brilliance to build massive architectural feats like
these? The future is here and arched bridges and suspension bridges
are about to be a thing of the past.

Hypnotic bridge architecture has become a significant landmark and

iconic feature in the entire skyline of a city. Hypnotic bridges are not

only an architectural trend that is changing the world but an element

that gives character and identity to a city.

For example, this futuristic and sinuous bridge in Changsha, China has

three different lanes swirling over in a continuous curvaceous manner

at different heights. NEXT architects, the designers responsible for this

work of art, received the first prize for this project in an international

design competition.

The principal of this design with the intersecting connection is based

on the Möbius ring. John van de Water from NEXT also adds, “On the

other hand it refers to a Chinese knot that comes from an ancient

decorative Chinese folk art.”

© NEXT Architects

© Haim Dotan Ltd. Architects and Urban Designers

8. Floating Pools

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If you love to travel and experience different places and cultures,

you’ve probably been in a floating pool. This architectural trend has

been around for a couple of years and continues to be featured far and
wide within designs in different cultures. Because architecture is all

about evolving and adjusting to the current times, great designers

found a way around the traditional land-locked pool.

Although we’re becoming more advanced in technology, our

connection to nature is something that will never end. Every once in a

while we want to get back to mother nature through a walk in the

forest or a swim in the ocean or lake. Unfortunately, swimming

exploits in lakes, rivers, and oceans are rare in today’s age of pollution

and busy waterways.

This is how the trend of floating pools was born. These floating pools

sit on rives, lakes, and oceans in resorts and even towns. Imagine

swimming in the world’s busiest cities and still feeling like you’re

swimming in the Red Sea or the Indian Ocean. This floating pools

trend has taken the world by storm and the idea continues to get

more and more innovative.

 Floating pools sit on
rives, lakes, and
oceans in resorts and
even towns. Imagine
swimming in the
world’s busiest cities
and still feeling like
you’re swimming in
the Red Sea or the
Indian Ocean.

© Family / PlayLab, Inc.

© Family / PlayLab, Inc.

9. The 15-Minute Neighbourhood

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Imagine if everything you wanted was accessible in just 15 minutes.
Wouldn’t that be cool? This is what this concept is all about. The 15-

minute neighborhood idea is part of the sustainable urban design

concept. This trend aims to decentralize the local economy by

enabling each neighborhood to have all the aspects of urban living in

one place.

Some of these aspects include housing, green areas, workspaces,

businesses, and recreational centers. In the 15-minute neighborhood

trend, all the necessary amenities within a short walk, a bike ride, or

quick public transit trip.

This trend is based on four pillars including proximity, diversity,

density, and ubiquity. The whole idea of this concept transforms urban

spaces into a connected and self-sufficient neighborhood.

You might be surprised to learn that although this concept is fairly

new, it’s actually making a comeback from the 1900s. Today, many

cities around the world are adopting this concept.

Superblock of Sant Antoni. Image © Del Rio Bani

This trend is based on four pillars including

proximity, diversity, density, and ubiquity. The
whole idea of this concept transforms urban
spaces into a connected and self-sufficient
neighborhood.
10. Sci-Fi Skylines

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Imagine a world where modern technology and infrastructure echoes
what is found in natural landscapes. Where the buildings and skylines

reintroduce nature to the urban realm. Although this sounds like

something that can only be found in a Disney animation, it’s a real

concept that is intriguing more and more architects.

This concept was introduced in 2014 when a Chinese architecture firm,

MAD, unveiled renderings of Chaoyang Park Plaza. The design

featured a center of skyscrapers, office blocks, and public spaces that

mimicked the appearance of natural mountains, hills, and lakes as

seen on the Chinese landscape paintings. This project came into

fruition and is already a physical phenomenon as you can see in the

images below.

What is the point of this highly creative concept? Well, according to

the brilliant architects who came up with the idea, the goal is to create
a balance between high urban density and the natural landscape. “By

transforming features of Chinese classical landscaping painting, such

as lakes, springs, forests, creeks, valleys, and stones, into modern 'city

landscapes,' the urban space creates a balance between high urban

density and natural landscape.” wrote MAD on its website.

“Like the tall mountain cliffs and river landscapes of China, a pair of

asymmetrical towers creates a dramatic skyline in front of the park,”

explains MAD. “Ridges and valleys define the shape of the exterior

glass facade as if the natural forces of erosion wore down the tower

into a few thin lines.”

© MAD Architects
© MAD Architects
© MAD Architects

“Like the tall mountain cliffs and river landscapes of China, a pair
of asymmetrical towers creates a dramatic skyline in front of the
park,” explains MAD. “Ridges and valleys define the shape of the
exterior glass facade as if the natural forces of erosion wore down
the tower into a few thin lines.”

© MAD Architects
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Interior Design
Trends
Trendbook for Architects

What's Inside:

Open and Fluid Living Spaces

Biophilic Design
Wood and Concrete in Pure Form
Invisible Kitchen Handles
Neotenic Design
Colorful Bathrooms
Arches
Stairs Integrated with Furniture
Mini-Study Nooks
Terrazzo for Flooring and More
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Because of how much time we’ve spent in our homes, we’ve come to
learn more about our personal spaces, how they function, and if we

need to make some changes. As our homes have become our

sanctuaries, ensuring that they offer the best environment for our

peace of mind, comfort, and stability has become essential.

And so naturally, interior design has now become a necessity. The

future of interior design has forever changed. As architects and

designers, you are now increasingly aware of your responsibilities in

ensuring your client’s well-being and comfort are front and center.

Here are some of the interior design trends that are shaping 2022 that

you and your clients may love.

© Iwan Baan
1. Open and Fluid Living Spaces

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Interior spaces continue to become increasingly open and versatile
with formal separation of spaces becoming less frequent. Today, we

have free-standing and multi-functional plans that are being

implemented in various offices and homes. Great designers like you

continue to provide efficient environments suitable for the new norm

of everyday life by incorporating the past, the present, and the future.

Sometimes it's not possible for you to change the whole space and

break down walls, and this is where flexibility comes in. Most spaces

can accommodate a wide variety of functions and therefore, you can

re-adapt their use without changing an inch of their original design. In

this trend, ideas like incorporating curtains and mobile panels into a

living space to change it up a bit are in fashion.

When your client wants to cover up some areas or create extra space,

you can apply some of these ideas like the curtains. Separating spaces
with curtains is growing in momentum and many more people are

loving this idea. When many people are using the same space for

work, rest, and entertainment, the need to divide the spaces becomes

more essential.
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Mariana Póvoa + esse studio.
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Wood Ribbon Apartment / Toledano+Architects © Salem Mostefaoui

2. Biophilic Design

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Indoor plants have always been a staple in many houses and offices.
However, they have recently taken a major seat on the interior design

train with large and oversized plants becoming a growing trend.

There’s no doubt that indoor plants can contribute greatly to an

indoor space from adding aesthetic beauty to improved health and

even productivity.

Recently, a new trend has come around known as Biophilic Design.

In ancient Greek, the term Biophilia translates to “the love of things”.

German-born American psychoanalyst Erich Fromm went a step

further to describe this term as “the passionate love of life and of all

that is alive”.

When it comes to our relationship to plants, American biologist

Edward O. Wilson proposed that our tendency to affiliate with nature

and its life forms has a genetic basis.

Therefore, the main purpose of the biophilic design trend is to

integrate nature into architecture and design. This is with the aim of

improving the whole ecosystem while still focussing on our health and

overall well-being. In relation to this trend, you can incorporate

hanging plants, green walls, reclaimed wood, and large green

installations into the spaces.

These trends continue to evolve and shape the interior design space.

Biophilia influences the moment-to-moment physical and sensory

elements found indoors where these concepts are assimilated.

© Hirouyki Oki

Q House / Q concept © Quang Dam

In ancient Greek, © Adria Goula
the term Biophilia
translates to “the
love of things”.
German-born
American
psychoanalyst
Erich Fromm
went a step
further to
describe this term
as “the passionate
love of life and of
all that is alive”.

© Rasmus Hjortshoj
3. Wood and Concrete in Pure Form

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This is a good one. With an aim of bringing warmth and elegance to
interior spaces, more and more designers and architects are exposing

wood and concrete in their raw states. You’ll see this being done on

walls, floors, and ceilings. The best part about this trend is that it can

be done without requiring your clients to dig too deep into their

pockets.

Walking into a room that has this design engages all the senses
beyond just the usual visual one. Also, using these materials in their

raw form comes with some perks such as low maintenance and

durability. There’s truly a unique essence that comes with having raw

wood and concrete surfaces in an indoor space. The richness of the

materials adds a warm and authentic essence to the whole

atmosphere.

With enough attention to detail, you can turn any indoor space into a
classic and elegant space with this 2022 interior design trend.
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© Brigida González

Extension Grieder-Swarovski / Andreas Fuhrimann

Gabrielle Hächler Architekten © Valentin Jeck
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© Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen, Noah Sheldon

Extension Grieder-Swarovski / Andreas Fuhrimann

Gabrielle Hächler Architekten © Valentin Jeck
4. Invisible Kitchen Handles

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Stepping into a kitchen that has a seamless and sleek look is a great
experience that can boost your energy. No more getting your apron or

cloth stuck on a handle or having your favorite earphones torn apart

by accident. Modern kitchens today are all about saving space and
offering a smooth experience.

This trend features cool kitchens without the usual handles and pulls

that come with drawers and cabinets. These invisible handles include

push latches and integrated handles. Push latches feature a magnetic

or mechanical device that’s installed inside the cabinet that allows you

to open the cabinet by pushing the door and letting it pop back out to

open.

Integrated handles are where there are inwardly bevelled edges that

allow you to pull the drawers directly. You can accent this space with

paint or a metallic band to make it more intriguing. You could also

add some decorative designs along the side or bottom edge of upper

cabinets and along the top edge of below-counter cabinets.

You might also love the designs that feature hidden pulls that are

fixed to the top edge of the doors allowing you to pull the door open

with the silver parts that stick out. The method of opening will depend

on your clients’ tastes and preferences.

Hello Houses / Sibling Architecture © Christine Francis
Apartment in Largo do Carmo / Aurora
Arquitectos © do mal o menos

Nova York Apartment / FCstudio © Pedro Kok

5. Neotenic Design

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Who doesn’t love a good set of curves? Curves add character and
depth to most things and this includes chairs, couches, coffee tables,

and even lamps. Remember how fun and carefree your childhood

days were? Well, this interior design trend aims to bring back the

brightness and joy of our childhood days.

The furniture in this trend is characterized by tubular forms and

rounded edges which is the core principle of the neotenic design. The
concept of neoteny means the exaggeration of childlike features.

Noetic design is all about voluminous curves and how neotenic

furniture gives your space a modern, fun, and young look.

This type of design showcases evolutionary traits coated in curiosity,

playfulness, adaptability, and creativity. Do you remember cartoon

characters with their bright colors, large heads, short limbs, big eyes,

and rounder forms? All these traits are cute and appealing and exhibit
what neotonic design brings to furniture design.
Apartment New York / Reutov Design
© Reutov Dmitry, Gerner Ekaterina
Residence WULF / CAS architecten © Tim Van de Velde
© Justin Ryan Kim

Broken Wharf
London
Apartment /
Grzywinski+Po
ns © Nicholas
Worley
6. Colorful Bathrooms

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Did you know that different colors affect your mood and your
productivity? Imagine starting your day in a bathroom that’s in your

favorite color and gives you a burst of energy to take the world by

storm. Wouldn’t that be great?

In interior design, more and more bright and bold colors are being

used in furniture, walls, and bathrooms. Using these colors in an

elegant and classy manner will make even the most rigid of critics

think twice before they diss your use of bright and bold colors.

White has always been the most popular color that many people use

for their bathrooms. However, strategically using bright and bold

shades or pops of color can add life and improve the style of the
bathroom. Whether your client wants a fresh design, a full renovation,

or a simple update, you can pump up the energy of the bathroom by

choosing a bold bright color.

More architects and designers continue to embrace bright colors such

as orange, pink, golden yellow, and olive green in bathroom spaces.

Huellas House / cumuloLimbo studio
© Javier de Paz García
Nagatacho Apartment / Adam Nathaniel Furman © Jan Vranovsky
7. Arches

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Archways have always existed in traditional architecture. However,
they seem to be making a comeback with many architects and

designers adding them to their designs. It’s common to see curved

doorways, rounded windows, and even arched mirrors in today’s

interior spaces. One reason for this is the organic feel that this design

brings to a space.

Another reason is that arches are a great way to accentuate functional

zones. Think about it, living spaces that have arches look wider and

more spacious than those that don’t. Arches are great for offices and

homes for hallways, living rooms, kitchen and dining rooms,

bedrooms, and even walk-in closets. You can creatively design an arch

anywhere into a home and it will look amazing while visually

increasing its size.

Modern interiors look fantastic with beautiful arches. This trend adds a
touch of class and elegance to any space and gives it a pleasant

harmonious atmosphere. Another great trait about arches is that they

can transform any bland element and breathe some life into it. For

example, you can alter a long boring hallway into an interesting warm

space with beautiful door arches.

You can enhance the beauty of a bedroom interior by adding an

arched doorway between the bedroom and the dressing room. You

can also decorate these arched doorways with mosaic tiles, paint,

plaster ornaments, moldings, or even carved wood details to add more

personality to the design.

Santa Teresa House / Amelia Tavella Architectes © Thibaut Dini

Apartment XVII / Studio Razavi architecture © Simone Bossi

PENTHOUSE / P-M-A-A © José Hevia
 8. Stairs Integrated with Furniture

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The flexibility of working from home and making adjustments means
that every space in the house needs to be used properly. This includes

spaces that were otherwise unused, like the staircase. Creating

storage spaces for your clients under their gorgeous staircases will
earn you great points.

Many interior design projects are now integrating storage space

under the staircases to create units of space that can be used to store

many different things. If your client is an avid reader, they may love

having an extra cool shelf under their staircase.

Another great idea is integration of the steps into a larger furniture

design. A good example of this is designing a working area into the

steps or a shelf like we’ve mentioned above.

Sierra Fría House/ ESRAWE © César Béjar

Casa GD / Esquissos - Arquitectura e Consultoria. Image © Ivo Tavares Studio
LR2 House / Montalba Architects © Kevin Scott
9. Mini-Study Nooks

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Remember how we mentioned that the pandemic changed the way
we work? Well, the result of having many people working from home

means that a few adjustments have to be made. This is how our next

trend was born - the mini-study nooks.

Flexibility at home means that many people have to move a few

things around to make way for the new lifestyle. And to be honest, not

many people have an extra room that they can convert into a study
room. Therefore, designers have to get creative. Today, many working

areas have become less formal and can coexist with other areas of the

home.

Mini-study nooks can be integrated into different spaces including

larger furniture pieces. For example, they can be hidden within closets

or added to existing bookshelves. Although this design is smaller and

more compact than the traditional designated study areas, it still

offers all the elements required.

Mini-study nooks are a great way to save space because of the fact

that they can be integrated into an existing space or furniture.

Another great fact about them is that they are more open and closer

to other areas of the house. This means that the interaction with other

family members is still possible. However, for people who absolutely

need their peace and quiet while working, having the mini-study nook

in their bedroom or a separate room altogether will be a good idea.

Residence WULF / CAS architecten © Tim Van de Velde
Residence WULF / CAS architecten © Tim Van de Velde
10. Terrazzo for Flooring and More

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Did you know that “Terrazzo” is an Italian word, and that terrazzo
flooring was the typical marble flooring of Venetian houses over 500

years ago? At that time it was a low-cost solution that put together

scraps of granite and marble in an impressive scattered mosaic look.

The typical terrazzo that is typically used is composed of a mix of tiny

pieces of scraps that are scattered in concrete. However, the terrazzo

that we refer to here in this interior design trend is a mix of different

chips that are a bigger size but have less density. Some of the chips

include pieces of marble, quartz, granite, and glass.

These elements have a more graphical look making them perfect for

interior decorating.

More designers are using terrazzo on kitchen surfaces and living room

furniture. When it comes to interior design, your creativity has no

bounds and you can use this material the way you want to meet your

clients’ needs.

Splashing some terrazzo on wallpapers, fabrics and even weaving it

into rugs is all part of this growing trend. The best part about this

material is that it offers a wide variety of aesthetic options based on

the type of finish (polished or washed) and the type, size, and color of

the chips.All in all, when it comes to this trend, the world is your oyster.
Villa in Ibiza /
Reutov Design
© Courtesy of
Reutov Dmitry,
Gerner
Ekaterina

Ne_On
Apartment /
NestSpace
Design ©
Hey!Cheese
Focal Length / RENESA Architecture Design Interiors Studio.
Image © Suryan//Dang

Nagasawa Coffee / ARII IRIE ARCHITECTS.

Image © Kai Nakamura
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Conclusion
Which of these trends do you love the most? We hope that these

trends motivate you to get your creative juices flowing. Happy

designing!

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Published in 2022 by Archute.com