What are the essential materials for trendy interior decoration 2024

Natural materials or industrial materials? Discover the 2024 decorating trends!

In interior decoration, noble materials are highly appreciated for embellishing our homes and making them more welcoming. In 2024, natural materials such as wood, stone or even marble are very trendy. Similarly, metals such as copper, brass, iron and stainless steel are now prized for their designer and elegant aspect.

Among these essential elements for your decoration, decorative hardware plays a significant role. Decorative accessories are often the finishing touch that adds personality to your interior. Discover the different possibilities available to you for integrating these materials with decorative objects or equipment such as door handles.

The return of natural and mineral materials in interior decoration for 2024

Among the decorating trends for 2024 are the sleek style and chic ethnic style where neutral and light tones sit alongside natural materials such as wood, stone or marble.

Wood: a safe bet for interior decoration

Wood is a noble, warm material highly appreciated in interior decoration for its cosy feel. The various wood species, each having its own characteristics, can match different decoration styles:

• Oak: this solid and robust wood offers great resistance and a noble appearance in a classic or vintage interior. It is widely found in furniture (tables, chairs, sofas, shelves) and also in certain decorative objects such as a glass table lamp or country-style serving trays.
• Beech: this light and resistant wood is often preferred for contemporary and sleek atmospheres.
• Walnut: its rich appearance and dark colour bring a touch of elegance to your interior, particularly in a classic or British style which also loves teak.
• Pine: this affordable and versatile natural wood suits many decoration styles, from traditional to Scandinavian style.
• Rattan or bamboo furniture, decorated with beige or white cushions, enhanced with a few green plants evokes garden furniture and brings nature and the exotic into our interiors

Stone and marble for a designer and luxurious effect

Stone and marble are natural materials highly prized in decoration for their elegant and timeless aspect as well as for their neutral colour palettes and raw finishes.

• Granite: this solid and durable stone is ideal for a modern and sober interior. Its shades of taupe grey, anthracite and white create a play of original contrasts with your walls and doors.
• Marble: this noble and refined material adds a luxurious touch to your interior. Its tones ranging from white grey to old pink through almond green allow you to enhance the sleek lines of a coffee table in a designer living room. 
• Designer grey polished concrete with stone finish meets current decorating trends of the sleek style: think of the worktop of a contemporary kitchen topped with a few pendant lights.

Glass: still on the list of materials for the year 2024 

Glass is very present in our interiors and remains a dominant trend in home decor fashion in 2024. It combines with other materials, particularly wood and steel, to display its raw and simple character in a natural spirit.

Metals in vogue in 2024

Copper and brass for a touch of brilliance

Besides natural materials, metals have been for years essential materials for trendy decoration. Copper, brass and stainless steel offer a wide variety of finishes to match all interior styles. Designers use them extensively for their design and decorative aspect but also for their resistance and durability.

We find these materials in furnishings (armchairs, sofas, tables and chairs,...) but also in many decorative objects such as geometric-shaped light fittings, mirror frames, art deco style curtain ties or even door handles or furniture knobs. 

• Copper: this metal in trendy red-orange colours adds a touch of elegance and warmth to your interior. It harmonises perfectly with an industrial style, retro vintage style or bohemian chic atmosphere.
• Brass: this golden and shiny metal is often used in classic and luxurious interiors. Its luminous reflections enhance your doors and bring a warm atmosphere.

Stainless steel for a modern look 

Stainless steel is a contemporary and functional material ideal for a minimalist and sleek interior. The silver chrome of this alloy blends perfectly into trendy designer decor. 

Stainless steel decorative accessories are available in several finishes (brushed, polished, matt) to add different touches of modernity to your interior. 

Iron: an industrial material for authentic decor

Iron is a metal sought after for its robustness and raw appearance. This metal suits the industrial style in a raw finish or vintage style in aged iron. Iron allows you to play with finishes (anthracite grey, matt black, rust) for an authentic and personalised result.

How to integrate these materials with handles and door knobs? 

Among the accessories and equipment that contribute greatly to the decoration of our interior spaces are door handles and furniture knobs. These small accessories, easy to install, will enhance the living room door or kitchen furniture drawers. The variety of their shapes, colours and materials allows them to meet all decoration trends.

Choosing the right door handle according to the room and style 

To properly match your door handles to your interior decoration, take the following elements into account:

• The condition of the doors: if they are old or have a retro look, prefer wooden, brass or bronze handles to accentuate their charm. Conversely, if your doors are new and modern, opt for contemporary materials such as stainless steel or zamak.

• The dimensions and types of doors: handles that are too small risk being lost visually on a large door. Take the measure of the space. Choose a model proportional to the size and measurement of your door for a harmonious result. 

• The function of the room: adapt your choice of materials according to the use and constraints of each room in the house. Certain criteria should be taken into account such as humidity, hygiene level or frequency of passage from one room to another. 

It is better to choose a stainless steel door handle or a marble handle for the bathroom, a bronze handle or brass for the living room or bedroom door, or a wrought iron handle for the garage door.

However, it should be noted that the different materials used for door handles are naturally resistant or have received anti-corrosion treatment which thus allows one to focus on the shapes and styles of the handles.

• Your decoration style: door hardware plays a decisive role in home decor. Ensure that the materials of your door handles reflect the theme of your interior. A material such as marble will suit a chic setting, brass an elegant decor, whilst wrought iron, wood or aluminium will lend themselves more to an industrial atmosphere and porcelain or matt golden bronze to a country house.

Mixing and matching trends for a unique aesthetic.

Several trends exist in terms of decoration: the perfect harmony of a total look (zen atmosphere with dominant beige colour) or conversely, playing with contrasts of styles and colours (pastel-coloured sofa with navy blue checked cushions...).

Door handles, thanks to the variety of materials, shapes and colours, are very useful decorative accessories for playing with the atmosphere of our interiors.

The brass door handle adapts to all rooms in the house: cosy living room, trendy kitchen, children's bedroom and even the bathroom. These models with golden patina add a warm and authentic note to your decoration.

The ceramic handle and marble handle available in a wide range of colours, will have their place on the doors of living spaces, such as the living room or dining room. They bring character and refinement to your decor.

Wrought iron door handles are particularly suitable for industrial or country chic atmospheres. Their design can be simple and sleek or more elaborate with relief patterns.

The chrome handle in stainless steel also meets contemporary decorating trends, especially if it is installed on the sliding door of an office with modern furniture or on the door leading to the contemporary style living room.

Finally, don't hesitate to change your old furniture handles for modern brass knobs in bronze colour to give a trendy look to the raw wood furniture in the kitchen. An accessory that is easy to fit, the furniture handle is an effective ally for adding your decorative style!

Choose 2024 to start decorating, to revamp your kitchen furniture or review the layout of your interior spaces! Discover the secrets on how to adopt minimalist style in interior decoration, tips for creating a vintage atmosphere at home or a return to nature, it's up to you to refine your decoration!

Play with materials (natural materials or industrial materials), shapes (geometric, cylindrical, floral,...) and colours to decorate each room in the house.