New year, new trends in interior design
Publicat pe 18 February 2026
The year 2020 was a year full of challenges (both globally and personally, for each of us), so at this moment it is quite difficult for us to look with hope towards 2021 and make plans, of whatever nature they may be: financial, professional, home renovation, etc.
However, 2020 was a year that also had good parts because it helped us rediscover our values and prioritize exactly those things that truly matter.
We learned that there's no need to spend eight hours in the office to achieve our professional goals, we remembered that time spent with family is the most precious, we rediscovered our love for nature or forgotten hobbies, and we also learned how important the space we call 'home' is.
The restrictions imposed by authorities led most of us to start investing in our own homes and transform them into more beautiful, more comfortable, and, why not, more lively spaces, better suited for our professional activities, which until recently took place in an office space in some office building.
The trend imposed by the pandemic – that of reorganizing our homes to become increasingly comfortable and to accommodate a professional space – will continue this year, especially as most companies have realized that they can make significant savings when employees have the possibility to work from home and that individual productivity increases considerably when the employee works from the comfort of their own home.
Stuck in our own homes, we involuntarily started to redecorate our living spaces, and even those of us who didn't start a renovation project during the pandemic are planning, according to opinion polls published by various interior design websites, to start such a project in 2021.
Beyond the considerations above, a home designed to be more beautiful, more comfortable, and more welcoming greatly influences not only the mood of those who spend time within its walls, but also their mental well-being.
In the above context, it is therefore not surprising that interior design trends for 2021 take these very things into account: creating a space that combines the functional with the aesthetic, where it is comfortable both to live and to work.
And since interior design trends 2021 are nothing but an opportunity to draw inspiration from beautiful things, we propose to find out what international design experts advise us.
As mentioned above, most Romanians say that in 2021 they plan to reorganize their living space, so in the following, we briefly present the trends in kitchen design / bathroom design, and in other articles, we will also address trends for living rooms, bedrooms, transition areas, etc.
2021 Trends in Kitchen Design
If we talk about 2021 interior design ideas for kitchens, we must necessarily include elements such as materials, colors, and textures.
In terms of colors, we will witness the rooting of an increasing preference for warm colors, which impart a sense of calm and rest the eyes, especially after a busy day.
Very strong contrasts, bold colors, and neon shades have already started to disappear since last year, and the trend continues in 2021.
Regarding textures, the so-called „heavy textures” (those heavy textures like velvet texture) will predominate, and in the case of materials, we will witness a return to natural or recycling-based materials.
What's trending in kitchen worktops and furniture?
Regarding kitchen furniture, we will observe significant changes, which come in the context of behavioral shifts brought about by the „work from home” phenomenon (working from home / online work).
The change in dynamics and lifestyle for each of us has positioned the kitchen as a preferred space for videoconferences with colleagues or even as an occasional office, where one can quietly work on a job project, away from the little one's online lessons or the temptation of the comfortable bed in the bedroom.
Furniture will, therefore, reflect this preference, which denotes a more fluid movement between different functional areas and, at the same time, adaptation to a lifestyle that can easily be called multidimensional.
Regarding colors, as mentioned earlier, warm colors that bring a sense of well-being will predominate, but if you prefer bold colors, it doesn't mean it's wrong to reconcile 2021 interior design trends with your own preferences.
And if we talk about kitchen worktops, it is quite evident that you will need to turn your attention to worktops made of beautiful and natural materials, such as those made of composite quartz, which you can also find in our online store.
2021 Trends in Bathroom Design
If this year you wish to start not only a kitchen design process but also a bathroom design one, international experts offer some interior design ideas for this eventuality as well.
Just like with the kitchen, bathroom design will also have to take into account international trends, which favor a preference for natural materials, so you won't go wrong, for example, if you choose to apply wooden panels on the bathroom walls to provide a feeling of warmth (be careful, however, that the wood is treated against moisture and steam, because otherwise the result could be very unpleasant in the medium and long term).
Also, lighting fixtures tend to integrate more and more into a general trend of minimalism, born precisely from the desire to emphasize the natural elements we discussed earlier.
What's trending in bathroom worktops and furniture?
Regarding bathroom furniture, you certainly won't go wrong if you choose to turn your attention to the same natural materials we talked about above, beautiful, authentic, and in warm colors. You can also choose to analyze various interior design ideas and combine international trends with your own tastes because, ultimately, it's never a mistake to try to imprint your personality on the space you live in.
Don't forget that natural or recycled materials should be found not only in furniture but also in decorative elements in the bathroom: for example, a bamboo or wicker mat will have to replace the classic plastic mat, stone or ceramics will have to be part of the sanitary installations, while vegetal or floral motifs and patterns should replace cold walls, neutral-colored floor and wall tiles.
And if we talk about bathroom worktops, in this case too, we recommend that you turn your attention to worktops made of beautiful, natural, and durable materials, such as those made of quartz, which you can also find in our online store.
Also, don't forget that green plants offer a special look to any bathroom, so if space allows, try to create a small green corner.
5 recommendations from Prowestone specialists
Since we have already offered you kitchen worktop recommendations HERE or HERE, we couldn't end this article without also giving you five bathroom worktop recommendations.
The shade of this composite quartz worktop is part of the Quartzo collection, produced by Stone Italiana, a renowned international brand whose products are exclusively imported and supplied in Romania by Prowest.
With a glossy solid surface (one of the few quality options on the bright white quartz market) and an impeccable white, which recommends it for any type of space, this worktop can be the ideal choice for your bathroom.
Photo: Prowest
Superblack is a black composite quartz, with a glossy solid surface, which in turn represents one of the very few options on the bright black quartz market without pigmentation.
Elegant and very resistant, this worktop ennobles any kind of space and, obviously, attracts the admiration of all who notice it.
Photo: Prowest
The shade of the Kgold composite quartz bathroom worktop is part of the Cartapietra collection, produced by Stone Italiana, a global brand whose products are exclusively imported and supplied in Romania through Prowest.
Kgold is a composite quartz with a marble look, light cream color, and a glossy surface streaked with a beige vein (one of the most appreciated marbled quartz shades in the manufacturer's range).
Photo: Prowest
Lapland is a white composite quartz, with a glossy pigmented surface and inserted mirror crystals. It is produced by Cimstone, a traditional international brand whose products are exclusively imported and supplied in our country through Prowest.
Such a worktop represents the perfect intersection of elegance and functional design, so it can be the ideal choice for almost any type of bathroom.
Photo: Prowest
Nevers is a composite quartz with a beige-brown granite look, with a glossy pigmented surface and produced by Cimstone, a renowned and highly appreciated global brand, whose products are exclusively imported and supplied in our country through Prowest.
Being a functional worktop with a special aesthetic appearance, it can be easily integrated into any design style and any type of space.
Photo: Prowest
In conclusion, these are the main trends in interior design 2021. Although there are no major visual changes, from a functional point of view, the emphasis is, as we have shown, on simplicity and the creation of multi-functional spaces.
The design processes started in 2021 will prioritize natural light and natural materials, and the simplicity of lines, the relaxed atmosphere, and the emphasis on the functionality of spaces represent the backbone of this hybrid style dictated by the relocation of the office from company office spaces to the comfort of one's own home.
The juxtaposition, correct and inspired coordination of interior design elements, natural/organic/simple approaches, and creative stylistic reinterpretations represent progress compared to what we saw last year and, at the same time, a celebration of simplicity and the use of natural materials, which can highlight multi-functional spaces.
That being said, we wish you success with the design process you have started, and if you need a helping hand, don't forget that we are always at your disposal!
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