Ringing in the new year is full of fresh beginnings. It can be seen as a clean slate with endless possibilities. Where will this year go? What design styles are going to be popular and how can we stay up to date with the latest and greatest?

While we are not time travelers and can’t report back with this year’s hottest trends, we can feel these trends heating up. From retro-inspired designs to scrap recipes, there are a lot of exciting things to look forward to.

We’ve rounded up 3 of the Top Home and Lifestyle Trends for 2024. Which ones are you incorporating into your new year? Show us how you incorporate these trends into your life by sharing with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok by tagging us and using #SharpHome!

Bright, Vibrant Kitchens

Minimalism is out for 2024. We are saying goodbye to neutral pallets and welcoming color and bold designs into our homes. We can expect to see a shift from grays, whites, and other neutral colors to bold, eccentric colors. Pulling inspiration from vintage pieces and the 1960s, we can expect to see some pops of color and fun patterns throughout the home, especially in the kitchen.

Let’s welcome bright, patterned tile, cabinets, and artwork to fill our homes. What color

Repurposing Leftovers

I’ll admit I am guilty of forgetting about my leftovers in the fridge. After a day or two of eating the same exact thing, it can get boring. But who said the leftovers have to be eaten in their original form? This year we’re reimagining leftovers. Transform the rotisserie chicken and veggies from last night into an entirely new dish – maybe chicken pot pie? Or how about some creamy chicken and wild rice soup? Transform the leftover carcass from your turkey or chicken into a delicious broth. Learn how to create a simple broth (and a hearty turkey lentil soup!) here.

Make the most of the food you have in your home! Instead of eating an exact repeat of yesterday’s meal, use your imagination to turn it into an entirely different dish. With a few extra ingredients, your leftovers can become a restaurant-quality dish.

Not only will you be exploring your creative culinary side, but you may reduce food waste along the way.

Mix and Match Aesthetic

There was a time when complete matching sets were all the rage. Every piece of dining, living room, and bedroom furniture was a piece in a set. This made the purchasing decision simple for the consumer. If they liked the whole set, they could purchase it all at once.

In 2024, we can expect a carefully curated space with mixed and matched pieces. The items selected are pieced together to create a lived-in feel. The mix-and-match vision can be pieced together by pairing conventionally contrasted items together. This could mean vintage and modern furniture in the space, or it could be a mix of colors, tones, grains, and metals. At the end of the day, the pieces should reflect your style.

What’s In and Out for 2024?

With trends constantly circulating, we have rounded up 3 trends that are in and what we can expect to see more of throughout the upcoming months.

In:

• Bold, Colorful Designs
• Food Sustainability
• Lived-In Spaces

Out:

• Minimal and neutral designs
• Food Waste
• Identical Furniture