For home décor, Los Angeles and New York City are not just cities, they embrace trends. These style capitals have been for a long time defining the pulse of design which in turn has an impact on how Americans envisage home décor. In 2024 Los Angeles and New York are already taking the spotlight with a list of popular trends that combine classics and modernist ideas. Whether one is looking at fashionable covers for pillows, beautiful native-crafted quilts, or warm stunning throws these trends are as varied as the cities. Up next, is a preview of what is sizzling in LA and NYC this year.
It’s a brave new world for Europe’s home textile manufacturers as consumers return to the basics in pillows and cushions
There is no better place than NYC to implement extreme geometrics to spice up modern apartments. “Pillow covers are cheap and are great to play it safe with trends,” adds interior design expert Bobby Berk. LA has a more relaxed attitude with relaxed laid-back summer looks that are more inclined towards raw finishes such as linen and cotton types of fabric in mud brown and beige colors with cushion fabrics having very subtle characteristics.
Curtains of works of art
Nowadays people do not have to settle with plain curtains. Hanging floor-length curtains in New York City have taken dimensions of dramatic prints or metallic shades to turn homes into art galleries. On the West Coast, Los Angeles designers have been going for light fabrics and block print clothes for sunny California. The effects of sheer layers placed with a thicker curtain have become a popular way of giving depth to a room.
Table Runners and Napkins: Elevated Dining Trends
Table runners in New York City are now daring and dark with embroidery through bold embroidery patterns. Nowadays, anyone cannot just throw napkins somewhere – it is an opportunity to demonstrate individuality with bright prints and logos. In LA, sustainability is driving the trend with tableware produced from recycled materials and hand block printed taking over the outdoors from the patios to the fine dining.
Color and Texture: Different Quilts and Blankets and Chic and Comfort
‘A good quilt is like a hug for your home’ – Joanna Gaines, a statement that both LA and NYC have adopted fully. People of New York City are now going for richly thick blanketing with less ornamentation and in fewer graphics and better if in beiges on modern furniture. LA, specifically, is fawning over quilts with vintage prints and bohemian motifs which amplify the ease and sophistication of bedrooms and living rooms alike.
Throws: The Ultimate Accessory
What were once simple tools for organization are now fashion items. In NYC, think cashmere throws with the corresponding jewel as the color including emerald and sapphire. LA can be characterized by the choice of materials; light, very delicate fabrics including organic cotton throws in soft baby-doll colors ideal for draping on a chaise lounge or other outdoor furniture.
Tea Towels That Up Stage
NYC tea towels are all glamour and fun and the designs as well as the fabrics are both sophisticated and fun. Okay, they’re not just the place settings you use every day, but they are also cute little knobs for the beautiful wood shelves. In LA, the tea towels used often feature images of shells, waves, and palm trees, the images capturing the natural region of the country.
Eco-Friendly Everything
Currently, both cities have consumers’ increasing interest in green home accessories. From plush organic cotton pillow case dupes to raw silk table centers, sustainability is not a fad here, it is existence. ‘In my opinion, the future of design is green’ – NYC-based designer, Justina Blakeney. LA’s approach is, therefore, to use recycling and upcycling and can create stunning items.
Mix-and-Match Aesthetics
Indeed, the exposed bohemian atmosphere legitimizes combining prints and fabrics in Los Angeles, starting with floral napkins and geometric pillow covers. NYC, however, does not have as much of a theme, but the direction is given to the three Rs: recycling, repurposing, and redesigning, along with such elements as retro accessories, metallic throws, or velvet cushions. And, of course, both of these cities show that it is possible to get great results when you are not afraid to bend the rules.
Color Narratives That Have a Lot to Say
Most residential designs in New York are neutral with accents added through decorative items such as cushions with yellow mustard color or navy blue blankets. LA, as we’d expect given its sunny climate, loves bright shades of coral, turquoise, and sunny yellows. Such points of color bring freshness to monotonous neutral backgrounds and make the environment lively and attractive.
Handmade Is the New Luxury
These are emerging trends from both the cities; whether it is a hand-block printed quilter or a table runner that has been crafted by a single artisan. Not only do they bring more personality and individuality to residences, but these fashions also have a story behind them about true craftsmanship and history. As many design bloggers including Athena Calderone of eye-swooning Daily Dream Decor say, “Handmade is the spirit of a house”.
Why LA and NYC Lead the Way
The essentially bold but paralleling architectural designs of these cities provide a step-by-step guide on how a home can be fashionable and uniquely built. LA has a natural, Californian topographic approach to design, which by comparison to the cut-throat, Sadri-inspired New York setting, is one of leisure and innovation. All together, they explain how American project home design is creative and varied.
Get the Look with Fabdivine
In Fabdivine we want to embrace the different style that gives the profile of Los Angeles and New York. Learn from the styles of these cities when you shop for pillowcases, curtains, tablecloths, tea towels, and more in our collection. Whether you are a fan of the picturesque California streets or the New York skyline, our carefully chosen designs have the vibe of both cities.
You can make your home as colorful, as beautiful, as YOU are! If you can get a little creative, why not have an extraordinary home when a simple one will do? Submerge yourselves into these trends and here is your program of decor Decoration!
FAQ’s
- How can I incorporate NYC’s bold geometric patterns into a small apartment?
The geometric small accents such as pillow covers or throws should also be applied. These two simply create interest in the room without congesting it. Strike this balance by choosing clothes of the same color scheme.
- What sustainable materials are trending in LA-inspired home décor?
Some of the trends present include one hundred percent organic cotton, recycled fibers, and hand-block printed fabrics. Both of these fabrics are fashionable and sustainable, which is right up LA’s alley.
- Are artisan-crafted items worth the investment?
Absolutely! Whether it’s a block-printed quilt for the bed or a table runner stitched with someone's handwork, they not only decorate your house but also bring a personal tale to the table.
- How do I blend LA’s vibrant colors with NYC’s neutral tones?
For larger items like curtains or rugs, consider a basic color then add elements of LA, like cushions, napkins, or tea towels then they will form a more harmonious setup.
