Welcome to our forecast for Interior Design 2022. Somewhat expectedly, this year’s conversation has shifted quickly from pandemics to vaccines to natural disasters with the speed of a hummingbird. While it is amazing, it has spurred a lot of challenges and adjustments in many industries, namely lack of availability and increased shipping times for products. We try to address these through a lens of positivity, patience and new ideas for sourcing materials locally and sustainably. 

We are all becoming more aware that nothing is permanent, which is resulting in a focus on being more intentional with our surroundings. Interior design needs to support our wellbeing, provide sufficiently transitional spaces and stimulate optimism. Due to these observations, the power of colour is gaining ground in interiors. You will notice interiors evolving away from white and gray minimalism to warmer neutrals with punches of colour and an eclectic mix of styles and finishes. There is no “one look fits all” anymore, 2022 is about embracing the idea that anything goes!     

Sherwin Williams has developed 4 vibrant schemes that can be thought of as jumping off points for creating a space that is uniquely yours. My favorite of these is Opus and I have put together a scheme based on its palette. The vibrant colours and variety of details in this scheme can be described as luxurious, opulent, mysterious and theatrical. It delivers a bold eclectic mix that happily revolts against spare white walls. I like that the colours feel familiar but are more intense than recent years. The furnishings are intentionally selected to pull in local designs and superior quality. 

I’ve included an alphabetical list of items below these mood boards to allow you to easily learn about the designers of your favourite products. Some of these are made by talented makers and craftspeople in British Columbia and available through SMC Interior Design. Visit our Products Page here to learn more.