Oscar winner Robert Downey Jr might be better known for his role as Tony Stark in Iron Man, but his home is a far cry from the modernized 'Stark Mansion' in Malibu. His real home, designed by Nicolò Bini, is an aerodynamic, environmentally conscious hobbit-style house, crafted to comfort rather than shock. A serene, tranquil space, the actor's home embraces one of my favorite living room furniture trends to date – curves in interior design .
With today's emphasis on the home as an inviting family space, used for socializing and relaxing, regimented rows, straight lines and clinical design can look a little stark (excuse the pun) and cold. Therefore, using curved lines within a home offers a wealth of benefits, including the potential to add flow and dynamism. Full-on voluptuous or gently rounded, curves will lift a living room layout and soften the overall look of your room, adding a bold design focus or a subtle touch of shaping to your décor. A design trick that Robert Downey Jr has mastered in his family living room .
So why are curves such big news for 2024? The answer lies in their organic shaping. Curvaceous and cylindrical styles reemerged in the world of interior design a few years ago, and they are coming to a climax this year; from sectional sofas to armchairs and coffee table decor ideas .
For 2024, curved furniture is leaning more into biophilic and biomorphic influences, as we crave that grounding, indoor-outdoor connection in our homes, with these organic shapes promoting an energy of softness and calmness,' says Joshua Smith principal and founder of Joshua Smith Inc .
Biophilic design is the theory that humans have an innate connection to nature, and creating built environments that connect to the natural world measurably improves health and well-being. It has a set of clear principles, one of which is to use natural materials, shapes and colors to curate a space.
The experts at ethical home retailer, The Citizenry , also support this interior design trend and have said that in 2024, nature-inspired spaces are here to stay. Homeowners want to create a sense of escapism through landscape-inspired forms. We expect to see an increased appetite for decorating with earthy tones , organic shapes, and natural textures especially those grounded in sustainability.'
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