Furniture Design Trends in 2024: Where Elegance Meets Functionality
Curve Appeal Continues
The last few years have been all about curves, and 2024 is no exception, but the way furniture makers are incorporating curves is changing. The new styles feature details like scalloped edges to break up hard lines. Fringe, braiding, and cording are also being used to soften more traditional shapes.
Wesley HallHerro Sofa 2508-90 | Mallory Chair 544 | Inglenook Arm Chair 472 | Linley Stool 81-19
Moe’s Home Collection Wiley 3 Drawer Sideboard GZ-1164-03
Hallie Foot Stool FURHALLIESTBL
Palecek Laurel Mirror 1358-64
Styles of the 80’s
Speaking of traditional, styles from the 1980s are coming back around. From dark, rich colors in plaid patterns to pinstriped pastels, there’s a bit of nostalgia running through many of the new upholstered pieces. You can even find many trending fabrics in neon colors. Of course, each manufacturer is adding their own unique twist to the look to keep it fresh for 2024.
Precedent Sexton Sofa 3416-S1 | Danza Chair 3465-C1 | Cara Cocktail Table Black VMA-038B | Cara End Table - Black VMA-039B | Barrett Chair 4182-C1
Vanguard Anderson Chair 9092-CH
Retro Modern
This trend features simplified versions of traditional styles, combining the sleek lines of modern design with the familiarity of traditional forms. Think plush, round ottomans, curvy pub chairs with geometric appeal, and comfortable couches with rounded edges
UniversalCypress Chaise U254509-1576-1 | Riviera Console U225B964
Precedent Fulwood Long Sofa 3414-S2
Functional Art
It only takes one statement piece to transform a room. Manufacturers like Phillips’ Collection transform nature’s raw beauty into fully functional furnishings. Take this console table, for example. Made from the best cut of a fallen tree and given a gray-stone finish, it is a unique piece of art suited to anchor any room.
Sculptural shapes are another eye-catching trend we’re excited about. Whether they are organic shapes found in nature or an acrobat crafted from aluminum, bring the feel of your favorite art museum home in a unique way.
Phillips Collection TH Root Console Table TH111583 | Cast Gray Onyx Bowl Faux Finish, Large PH106689
Lily Koo Isabella Occasional Dining Chair 426 -0033-R
Eichholtz Acanthus Coffee Table TM0068
70’s Color Palettes
Bold colors are also having their moment. Wake up your favorite room with deep gold, burnt orange, vibrant purple, or brilliant blue. You can keep it simple by choosing one piece, like an accent chair in a bold hue, or mix and match to your heart’s delight!
Nuevo Lilou Armless: Terracotta HGSC869, Nectarine HGSC873, Corner: Amber HGSC875, Terracotta HGSC867 | Roberta Ottoman Terracotta HGSC728 | Rocio Table Light HGSK335 | Carina Maxi Pendant HGSK327
American Leather Nicholas Chair NCH-CHR-ST
Chaddock PS Two Sideboard 535590-1623-21A
High Point Market Trends
The Intersection of Modernism and Classicism
At High Point Furniture Market this year, modernism and classicism intersected in surprising ways, with the line between the styles blurring. Designers blended heavily ornamented neoclassical chairs with very contemporary accent pieces, or vice versa, and it’s not just limited to furniture! We’re seeing that in all sorts of areas of the home: architecture, design, individual products, or product combinations.
The combinations produce almost museum-like, monastic qualities in a room, inducing a sense of serenity. Soft lines and sleek silhouettes create an artistic feel, while neutral colors keep the eye-catching designs from being overwhelming.
Caracole Infinity Settee UPH-423-071-A | Beyond End Table CLA-423- 421| Athena Chair UPH-423-232-A | Brass Tacks Sideboard CLA-423-462
Another aspect of design we noticed at High Point Market was the sense of harmony created when designers stuck to the golden ratio. Simply put, multiplying the height of a console table, for example, by 1.618, produces the ideal width. It’s called the golden ratio because it approximates the Fibonacci sequence, the dimensions of which are repeatedly found in nature.
When you combine interesting curves with simplified palettes, the result can be furniture as sculpture. Each piece is worthy of a second look and can make a statement on its own or as part of a set
Eichholtz Cosenza Sofa A118207| Cosenza Chair A118226| Veenazza Coffee Tables Set of 3 118180 | Cremona Side Table 118195 | Terry Side Table 117730 | Renaissance Console Table 114371 | Asinara Small Chandelier 117989UL | Bryant Mirror 118161
Regina Andrew Slinkly Marble Table Lamp 13-1629
Four Hands Mingh Chair 245565-002
Palecek Caspian Large Outdoor Coffee Table 7692-05
Clean Forms with Ornamentation
Adding a layer of texture to more traditional furniture shapes creates a fresh, handcrafted appeal. Clean forms are paired with highly decorative and ornamental techniques, like marquetry and parquetry, as well as traditional trims, including tassels, fringe, and contrast welting We also noticed more neutrals in natural colors, such as cotton and linen. The use of materials like horsehair and ostrich feathers sets some designs apart from the rest.
In the world of rugs, the High Point Market highlighted non-traditional shapes. Irregular, organic dimensions like those you’d find in nature can add visual interest to any room
Designer’s Guild Kaoscope Cendre Rug RUGCL0353
Theodore Alexander Panos Side Table TA50341
Currey & Company Geo Accent Table 3000-0239
Showing off Nature’s Beauty
Speaking of organic shapes, natural wood took center stage. Phillip’s Collection is using live-edge slabs of wood to craft everything from unique dining tables to stunning headboards. There’s no hiding the woodgrain or the flaws in these honest interpretations of nature’s handiwork.
While some furniture makers are showing off large pieces made of single slabs and featuring burl for the sake of burl, others are mixing and matching wood types to create a different kind of allure. We also noted sliced wood pieced together like a jigsaw puzzle to create oneof-a-kind furniture.
Highlighting natural wood in family-friendly finishes means the nicks and bangs that inevitably happen in a busy home will just add to the character of the piece and qualify it as a family heirloom
Bernhardt Calavaras Fabric Panel King Bed 396FR46 | Trane Nightstand 396219 | Ardmore Leather Bench N8400L
Phillips’ Collection Origins Live Edge Dining Table TH113300
Woven Elements
Another hot trend at the High Point Furniture Market was the use of woven elements in… everything! From beds and dining chairs to lighting fixtures, we noticed intricate weaves that made us feel as if we understood the craftsmen who created them. They can add a relaxed, vintage feel to a room while still being upscale and sophisticated
Palecek Justin Lounge Chair in White 7327-88 | Chelsea Outdoor Side Table, Tall, White 6168-05 | Chelsea Outdoor Side Table, Short, White 6169-05
Grandmother Meets Coastal Décor
This isn’t your granny’s furniture! Or maybe it is if she’s fashionable. This trend combines beach cottage vibes with vintage-inspired details. A combination of chambray, sun drenched colors, and woven materials results in sophisticated but approachable comfort. We noticed unexpected uses for mattress ticking fabric, and many designers were keen on wallpaper this year
Villa & House Meadows Club Chair MDW-565 | Lugano 1-Drawer Side Table LUG-110-9426 | Nora Side Table NRA-100-803 | Juno Painted Art JUN-675-08
Bramble Company Westminster Concave Sideboard 76618
Luxurious Comfort
For those who prefer a more understated aesthetic, quiet luxury is still in vogue. Spa-like spaces make a home feel like the sanctuary it should be. Create an inviting escape from the rest of the world in your own bedroom and bathroom with luxe linens and fluffy towels, so you can indulge a little every day rather than waiting for your next vacation.
Surya Touareg Rug TOG-2301 | Waffle Duvet WFL-1000 | Dawson Duvet DAW-2006 | Apache Ottoman APPF-006 | Troyes Side Table TOE-004 | Bryant Lamp BRY-340 | Godavari Pillow GDA-003 | Apache Pillow AOA001 | Northland Pillow NND-00
Pigeon & Poodle Cordoba Collection, White | Trays PP000466 | Soap Pump PP000464 | Canister PP000462 | Wastebasket PP000467 | Tissue Box PP000465 | Soap Dish PP000463 | Brush Holder PP000461
Pom Pom at Home Connor Big Pillow With Insert, Ivory/Denim SP-0300-ID-19 | Ivory/Amber SP-0300-IA-19
Yves Delorme Golestan Bath Robe
Sferra Dresano Duvet Set, Full/Queen | Grand Hotel Sheet Set | Celine Throw | Camilo Blanket | Skull Decorative Pillow
Rustic Textures
Finishes can add warmth to a minimalist aesthetic. Whether it’s a pistachio-colored distressed finish or a rough-hewn wooden edge on a coffee table, sophisticated antiques serve as inspiration for designers. One way to achieve the look on a subtle level is by adding handmade pottery to a side table or bookcase.
Unfilled travertine highlights the true nature of the popular stone with its natural holes void of polyester or epoxy. From dresser tops to dining tables, it adds a rustic feel with a monolithic edge.
Four Hands Gardendale Kitchen Island 238754-003 | Cullen Linear Double Pendant 233467-002
Shop the Look: Must-have pieces to elevate your space
From retro to rustic, find fresh furniture and home décor to bring your space into 2024! Shop trending styles now, and don’t forget to return for Part 2
Sarreid Tulleries Side Chair 27125
Regina Andrew Berkeley Cocktail Table 30-1097