Three dated home decor features from the 1980s are staging a comeback in modern properties, as homeowners move away from minimalist aesthetics toward nostalgic touches. Designers are welcoming retro trends such as coloured tiles, wood accents, and bed skirts back into contemporary living spaces.
Coloured Tiles See a Revival
Homeowners are increasingly moving away from safe, neutral palettes and embracing bold furniture pieces, striking patterns, and unique wall treatments and flooring choices. Design experts note that clients are becoming more adventurous with their wall selections, opting for vibrant shades and innovative textures across their homes.
Jessica Flake of Copper Sky Design + Remodel told Good Housekeeping, "Coloured tiles specifically has seen a big revival."
Wood Accents Return in New Forms
Matching wooden chairs and tables were a defining feature of 1980s interior design. While coordinated furniture sets are less prevalent today, wood accents are enjoying a fashionable revival in exciting new forms. Jessica said, "Wood hardware is trending, whether it is integrated into cabinets or designed to stand out."
Think wooden cabinet knobs, richly stained bookshelves, and attractive vintage wooden picture frames. However you choose to use it, wood adds warmth and character to any space, and modern homeowners are rediscovering its charm in creative new ways.
Bed Skirts Return to Bedrooms
These fabric panels, frequently referred to as dust ruffles or valance sheets, were a common sight beneath mattresses in bedrooms during the 1980s. They would drape down the sides of beds, neatly hiding box springs and frames while simultaneously preventing dust from gathering underneath.
Throughout recent decades, however, bed skirts fell out of favour as people moved towards stylish decorative bed frames that rendered skirting unnecessary from an aesthetic perspective. Jump to the present day, and bed skirts are experiencing a revival. Driven by the rise of cottagecore design and the enduring appeal of English country-style interiors, these fabric features have become a popular option for introducing a hint of refined elegance to bedrooms.
Think of it as the bedroom version of a sink skirt, a straightforward yet impactful way to elevate your space.
