You’re about to design a commercial interior. What are the most important trends you need to know?

1 Biophilic design

Biophilic design is the practice of incorporating natural elements, such as plants, wood, stone, water, and light, into the built environment. It aims to improve the well-being, productivity, and creativity of the occupants, as well as reduce stress and enhance the connection with nature. Biophilic design can also help reduce energy consumption and improve indoor air quality. To apply biophilic design, you can use green walls, living roofs, natural materials, organic shapes, and large windows that allow natural light and views.

2 Flexible spaces

Flexible spaces are designed to adapt to different needs, functions, and activities of the users. They can be easily reconfigured, rearranged, or repurposed to suit different scenarios, such as collaboration, privacy, relaxation, or entertainment. Flexible spaces can also accommodate social distancing and hygiene measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. To create flexible spaces, you can use movable furniture, partitions, screens, modular systems, and multifunctional elements.

4 Sustainable design

Sustainable design is the approach of minimizing the environmental impact of the interior design. It considers the life cycle of the materials, products, and systems used in the space, as well as the energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and indoor environmental quality. Sustainable design can also enhance the social and economic aspects of the space, such as health, comfort, safety, and accessibility. To achieve sustainable design, you can use recycled, renewable, biodegradable, or low-emission materials, products, and systems, as well as natural ventilation, daylighting, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting.

5 Color psychology

Color psychology is the study of how colors affect the mood, behavior, and perception of the users. It can help you create a specific atmosphere, identity, or message for the space, as well as influence the emotions, actions, and reactions of the users. Color psychology can also help you balance the visual harmony, contrast, and hierarchy of the space. To apply color psychology, you can use warm colors, such as red, orange, and yellow, to stimulate energy, excitement, and creativity; cool colors, such as blue, green, and purple, to promote calmness, relaxation, and concentration; and neutral colors, such as white, black, and gray, to create a sense of elegance, sophistication, and professionalism.