From sustainable materials to technological innovations, 2024 promises to bring freshness and dynamism to our living, public and commercial spaces. Here is a complete overview of the forthcoming trends.
Back to Nature: Sustainable and Natural Materials
Sustainability is a dominant trend, with a strong emphasis on natural and renewable materials such as bamboo, cork and reclaimed wood. These materials not only offer numerous ecological benefits but also add warmth and character to spaces. Furthermore, wood treated in innovative ways — such as with smoking or bleaching techniques — offers new colour palettes and textures while maintaining a natural aesthetic.
Technologic innovations: smart heated floors
Domotics can be integrated into floors, with innovative solutions such as heated and smart floors, which ensure unprecedented comfort. These technologies not only improve well-being in the home but also energy efficiency, combining functionality and design.
Strong, bold colours and geometric patterns
From bold geometric patterns to vibrant colours, 2024 sees a bold shift in the aesthetics of floors. Designs ranging from classic chequered to more artistic and custom-made configurations offer endless possibilities to make each space unique.
Timeless elegance: parquet
Parquet maintains its timeless charm, with a predilection for wider and longer formats that enhance the natural beauty of the wood. The finishes that emulate its appearance also continue to be synonymous with elegance, especially in bathrooms and kitchens, thanks to new solutions that guarantee greater resistance and practicality.
Concreteness and modernity: all the variations of concrete
Concrete stands out for its eternal modernity, and for being a neutral base that adapts to multiple stylistic interpretations, from industrial to minimalist styles. Thanks to its properties and the wide custom possibilities it offers through a variety of different finishes, concrete represents an increasingly popular choice for those who seek a contemporary and versatile flooring option.
Durability and resistance: the charm of rustic aesthetics
A rising trend for 2024 is the preference for floors with rustic aesthetics. Textures that imitate aged wood or worn concrete give character and depth to environments, combining aesthetic appearance with remarkable resistance to wear. This trend aligns perfectly with a modern lifestyle, offering beautiful yet functional surfaces capable of hiding small signs of daily wear.
Healthy floors and well-being
Finally, floors designed for the well-being of their occupants is another emerging trend. Anti-microbial materials, solutions for the acoustic optimisation of internal environments and anti-mould surfaces that help create a healthy internal microclimate are all innovations that lay the foundations for healthier, more comfortable homes in harmony with the physical and mental needs of their residents.
These 2024 trends demonstrate an ever-evolving industry, capable of responding to the changing needs of style, function and sustainability of modern spaces.