Can interior designers learn from the past to tackle the challenges of the future? I believe there is more hope than ever.
The interior design industry is more conscious of the challenges that we face now than ever before, with real progress being made however there is still a long way to go. Our work is more remote than ever before and the focus needs to re-shift towards building direct connection with clients and fostering an apprenticeship environment where emerging design ideas can thrive. In this way, we can truly represent the diverse communities that we serve and support quality local craftsmanship. Together, this can create a more co-ordinated plan where ideas are carefully crafted to prioritise your unique needs, interests and showcase your personality to maintain the longevity of the design,
A new emphasis on sustainability must translate into action where long-lasting, recycled and reusable materials are often the most luxurious, thoughtfully crafted options and the kindest to your pocket. This also means that designed spaces are flexible and adaptable to changing uses over time and this can stretch across both residential and corporate designs. After all, architectural and interior design solutions can have significant impacts on the economy whether through training new graduates, drawing in new investment and audiences around the world and being part of the national conversation: designs that pay dividends.
At the same time, we must take care not to fall into designing for design’s sake and turn to timeless interiors that are made with care and lift your mood. This can be as simple as maximising natural lights, open uncluttered spaces and bringing the outside in, but the main thing is to focus on the user experience. Timelessness lies at the heart of sustainable contemporary designs where the imagination can thrive, supported by the latest technologies that provide clean energy, well aerated spaces and beyond.
With this world of opportunity and a renewed focus on lasting designs that fit the context of the environment around them, we are excited about what is to come.
