FLOORING TREND #1 AND #2: LIGHT SCANDINAVIAN & COZY COLORS 

 'Japandi' has recently become one of the most desired styles for interiors, characterized by Japanese minimalism combined with Scandinavian functionality. This trend inspired the key factors for 2022 interior designs: simple, minimalistic patterns and natural materials all have the power to create a harmonious space.

This trend is complemented by cozy colors and interesting textures, materials and shapes inspired by the 1970s: Birdseye maple, olive and tan leather and tubular steel furniture create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

"The key interior design trend for 2022 will be to create a cozy home atmosphere but also a place for combined work and family life, as people are continuing to work from home. Different design elements that reflect the style and color scheme of your desired look can help you transform your space."

Kährs flooring swatches shown

Light Scandinavian (left to right): Kährs Life Coconut Cream Wide, Oak Crème, Oak Vista, Kährs Upofloor Quartz Mosaic 8322 Nude Limestone, Kährs Upofloor PVC-Free Xpression Almond 1511, Oak Sky (Special Order)

Cozy Colors (Left to right): Kährs Luxury Tiles Schwarzhorn, Kährs Upofloor PVC-Free Xpression Charcoal 1515, Kährs Life Faded Black Wide, Kährs Life Pure Walnut Wide, Oak Johan, Oak Bisbee

FLOORING TREND #2 AND #3: HISTORICAL VIBE AND PATTERN & VINTAGE

Herringbone, Chevron and Dutch pattern floors are all growing in popularity. Combined with beautiful furniture and home accessories, these statement floors are a key feature that can work well with any interior design style. Especially popular in the Historic Trend are French-inspired pieces, such as artistic paintings and luxury details with a Versailles flair. The historic trend is complemented by vintage-inspired looks, using natural, tactile materials with a beautiful patina to create a rustic impression. The Vintage trend draws on Americana with a retro touch.

"Over recent years, flooring has become a growing focus in interior design: Floors can be colorful or monochrome, tactile or subtle, minimalistic or rustic. They can be the key feature of a room or create a perfect canvas for statement furniture and home accessories. No matter what style or atmosphere you want to create in a space, the right floor will help you achieve that look."

Kährs flooring swatches shown

Historical Vibe and Pattern (left to right): Checkered pattern features Kährs Upofloor Quartz Mosaic 8319 Spinel Black and 8301 Howlite White; Oak Chevron Dark Brown (Special Order); Kährs LT Taiga in Herringbone (Special Order); Oak Palazzo Bianco (Special Order); Oak Chevron Light Brown (Special Order)

Vintage (Left to right): Oak Ydre, Oak Handbord, Texture Grau, Oak Tveta

FLOORING TREND #5: CLASSIC TRADITION 

The trend for a traditional, classic interior design is strong this year and is driven by the challenge of balancing professional and private life. A classic look is effortless, both in terms of style and maintenance, and is strongly associated with high-quality, sustainable products that will age gracefully over time.

"Craftsmanship and quality are key factors: Now more than ever, consumers want to make the right buying choices, both in terms of quality, but also sustainability. Carefully designed products, long-lasting products that age beautifully and are made from sustainable materials are seen as a good investment and are growing in demand.

Kährs flooring swatches shown

Tradition (top to bottom): Oak Verona, Oak Fawn, Kährs LT Impression Foxall (Special Order), Oak Tapa, Kährs Upofloor Quartz Uni 8022 Nude Limestone

FROM INSPIRATION TO THE PERFECT TOUCH
Petra’s work as a trend spotter never ends - but inspiration is all around us: 

"I feel inspired by many different things: A colour, pattern or surface texture can inspire me, but also culture and music. I tend to draw visual inspiration from magazines and social media, but I also need the tactile feeling: Hands are important tools in design, guiding the process of creating the perfect touch and feel of a floor."

A ONE-OF-A-KIND FLOOR WITH CHARACTER
When designing a new wood floor, an important aspect for Petra to consider is the choice of material: 

"The grading and the treatment of the planks bring the wood to life and give the floor a unique feeling and character. One of the major flooring trends for 2022 is natural looks: Gentle surface treatments such as light brushing create a matte look, highlight the structure and grain of the wood and enhance the character of each individual floorboard."

TO FIND THE PERFECT FLOOR, START BY FINDING INSPIRATION

To find inspiration for your space, view or download our latest brochures for wood floors and Luxury Vinyl Tiles:  

Kährs Wood Flooring: Design & Inspiration Guide 2022

Kährs Luxury Tiles Magazine

Kährs Upofloor Quartz Brochure