Decorating trends Gen Z vs. Other generations – Forbes Home

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Generation Z helped start the trend for curved furniture, typically found in sofas and chairs. Forget the rectangular sofas and L-shaped leather setups found in the homes of older generations. Instead, Gen Z has fully embraced seating options with funky shapes and puffy textures.

Just think of the very popular “cloud sofa” and the rebirth of Togolese-inspired seats. Even though some of these looks are recycled trends from years past, their reintroduction into popular culture has undoubtedly inspired other generations to get back into it. Rounded edges, smooth lines and plush materials are often more fun than the average four-seater. Curvy designs can also be found in their choice of decor, from blob mirrors to wavy trays to cloud-shaped mugs.

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Maybe it’s the material or the bolder hues that contrast with their neutral rooms, but millennials have clung to velvet and jewel-toned sofas like no other generation. These sofa styles were a bold departure from the futons and formal printed sofas of previous generations. They also worked for a generation that couldn’t always afford such large homes and needed options that were both stylish and functional, as many of these sofas looked great but could also double as a bed for visitors.

Velvet sofas weren’t the only trend taking off for this generation, either. Real leather and faux leather sofas have also made a splash, likely because their texture and neutral color make them a perfect option for the living room styles millennials are known for.

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When it comes to lighting trends, if you’re Gen Z, you don’t touch the “big light” aka the built-in recessed lights or the big looming wall lights that permeate a room of artificial light. This generation is definitely right, especially if you don’t have the right bulbs in place. By using floor lamps, desk lamps, and other movable forms of lighting, you can create different layers and a warmer, comforting atmosphere.

They also tend to choose different light colors rather than the usual white or yellow. Purple, green, red and orange are all favorites, as are lamps and sunset lights that cast an ombre glow around the room. By choosing these light styles and temperatures, you can avoid the harsh and sometimes squeaky lighting that can be cast by LED ceiling lights.

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This generation is known to use their ceiling lights – as they should! These lights exist for a reason and are perfectly functional for illuminating rooms in the house. Visibility is necessary for reading, entertaining and enjoying the space, and with the right bulb temperature, it can illuminate and highlight the best parts of a room.

This style of lighting is used in kitchens, living rooms, dining rooms and even bedrooms, but is often used in tandem with task lamps and floor lamps. This generation also popularized the recessed ceiling light (aka the boob light), which is not enough so trendy these days but nevertheless a functional choice.

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Even though Generation Z is considered one of the most digitally inclined generations, they love the planet. Just look at trends like “fairy,” “mushroom,” and the moss girl aesthetic to get an idea of ​​how much this generation appreciates nature-inspired products. design and aspires to a connection with the outside.

These specific trends manifest themselves in multiple ways. For those invested in mushrooms and the forest, you will find mushroom patterns scattered throughout the rooms and plenty of plants. However, fairycore and cottagecore appear a little more subtly, and it’s more about the aesthetic of the overall space. This can be demonstrated through the aptly named fairy lights, secret garden touches like tulle and floral prints and cozy trinkets like antique teacups and chunky knit pastel blankets.

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Generation This type of clean, neutral design is enhanced with rustic elements. , farm-inspired elements. Think: sliding barn doors, wooden tables, cream-colored living rooms and modern elements with a subtle country touch.

This generation deserves credit for truly making a trend a classic. Although the modern farmhouse and the simple old farmhouse date back centuries, it was Generation X who brought them back, gave it a modern twist, and solidified it as a style that has stuck.

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If you haven’t heard of, worn, or decorated with the Brat Green or Gen-Z Yellow colors, you may not be part of this younger generation. Whether through throw pillows or an accent wall, you’ll likely find Gen Z showcasing one of these bold hues in their apartment, dorm room, or home.

The saturation is away from the pale neutrals and lighter shades that millennials are also drawn to and more earthy shades and jewel tones that baby boomers love, like terracotta and cranberry. These bright shades are statement-making and energizing, and Gen Z certainly isn’t afraid to play with colors that other generations might find too maximalist.

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If there’s one color that has been pinned on millennials, it’s the eponymous Millennial Pink, which encapsulates the shades that these people have been drawn to as a whole. Forget bright greens and yellows, millennials love pastel shades and anything neutral, whether it’s beige, sage green or pale pink.

These colors are pleasing to the eye, and no matter how maximal tastes become, the subtle palettes remain strong throughout the ebb and flow of the trend cycle. It’s also clear that many millennials value creating a relaxing, serene and comforting living space to come home to, emotions these colors certainly evoke.

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Gen Zers view their walls as a canvas and no space should be left empty. Rather than sticking to just paint or wallpaper, they like to cover every inch with pictures, drawings, fiber art, instant photos, or a collage mixing it all together. these mediums.

In doing so, they found a way to give the room a lot more personality and color. It also gives them the ability to change the appearance of a room on a whim. Although paint and wallpaper take time and energy to redo, photos and artwork can be easily replaced and are a good reference to how they are feeling and what interests them currently.

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Floral prints and patterns that can now be considered antique or vintage are likely found in the baby boomer home. Think floral wallpaper and of course floral sofas and upholstery. However, with the aforementioned fairy and cottage-inspired trends, they have also started to reappear in Gen-Z spaces.