Decorex 2024: Six Mini-Trends Defining Residential & Commercial Interiors

Decorex, held from 6-9 October 2024 at Olympia London, demonstrated why it remains a valued contributor to the UK interior furnishing calendar. Featuring over 280 leading interiors brands, the event was a celebration of exceptional furniture, fabric, lighting, and craftsmanship. With a steady footfall and overwhelmingly positive feedback from exhibitors, Decorex provided fertile ground for networking and inspiration.

This year, it was clear that the event continues to evolve, catering not only to residential projects but also to the growing commercial design market. This dual focus presents exciting growth opportunities for the show as it broadens its reach, an opportunity for suppliers who already supply across the residential and commercial sectors, and may open new doors for suppliers currently working in just one of these sectors.

During our visit, we noticed several design mini-trends, showcasing the creativity that defines Decorex. Here are six of the mini-trends which caught our eye:

1. Bold Colour Pairings

Colour was the standout trend across many product categories, with exhibitors embracing vibrant, contrasting shades to great effect.

Bold basins by Kast

These bold palettes clashed harmoniously, drawing attention and creating visually dynamic displays. From furniture to textiles, the use of daring colour combinations gave a fresh, contemporary feel to spaces, with contrasts that captured the imagination.

Floor Story 10×10 designs

We spotted this striking use of colour at stands such as Iliv with the launch of their Artisan Collection, Mullan Lighting wall lights, Floor Story and their 10×10 designs, Galerie and two new strikingly contrasting collections in partnership with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Style Sisters, and bold basins by Kast.

2. Maximalism Reigns Supreme: “More is More!”

Maximalism took centre stage at Decorex 2025, with many brands celebrating layered textures, rich patterns, and vibrant colours.

Graham and Green’s characterful and layered stand

This trend demonstrated how expertly mixing and matching elements can create a sumptuous, immersive environment. Exhibitors fearlessly showcased how adding more—whether through texture, material, or pattern—can result in a space that feels dynamic, warm, and alive.

Tatie Lou

The “more is more” approach was beautifully presented by brands such as Graham and Green, Tatie Lou. Woodchip & Magnolia fabrics and wallcoverings, Ian Sanderson, and L Drucker brightly woven seating.

3. Lighting Brilliance

Lighting was a major highlight at Decorex this year, and no stand captured this better than Bert Frank, whose stunning installation earned them the “Best in Show” award. Their collection showcased the transformative power of lighting in interior design, striking a balance between artistic design and functional brilliance.

Pooky

These immediately Instagrammable designs not only captivated attention at the show but also demonstrated their potential to transform expansive spaces—whether in commercial settings like hotel lobbies or residential environments. 

Nulty Bespoke

These striking installations were beautifully showcased by Nulty Bespoke, Haberdashery, Hunat, and Pooky Lighting.

4. Hand-Painted Artistry

A hand-painted aesthetic brought a sense of fluidity and artistry to many new products launched at Decorex 2025. Surface designs were elevated by intricate, bespoke patterns that felt organic and personal, showcasing the creativity and skill of artists.

Muraspec + Jan Erika

These designs imbued each piece with a one-of-a-kind character, offering a softer, more intimate touch to the world of interiors.

Loomah 

We saw this beautiful hand-painted approach at stands including Muraspec’s collections launched in collaboration with artist Jan Erika, Loomah, Mistry Design’s hand painted wallcoverings and fabrics, and Imogen Heath’s engaging designs.

5. Natural Fibres and Textures

Natural fibres played a key role in many of the designs on display, providing a welcome contrast to the vibrant colours seen elsewhere. Materials like linen, jute, and rattan brought warmth and a tactile quality to spaces, creating calming, grounded interiors.

Flock luxury carpets and rugs

These fibres highlighted the beauty of organic materials, offering a reminder of nature’s elegance and the importance of sustainability in design.

Alternative Flooring

Brands championing natural textures included Alternative Flooring, Libre with their furniture and interior furnishings, Flock woven flooring, Hidden Gems Design, and Samuel Heath.

6. Sleep Spaces Reimagined

Recognizing the importance of sleep for overall wellbeing, many exhibitors placed emphasis on creating serene, high-quality bedroom environments.

Harrison Spinks

Luxurious bedding, ergonomic furniture, and calming colour palettes were all key features in showcasing how bedroom design can significantly impact our health and relaxation, whether at home or in hospitality settings.

Charlotte Gaisford

The focus on beautiful, restful bedroom spaces was evident at stands such as Harrison Spinks, Charlotte Gaisford, and Le Brands Group.

Le Brands Group

Decorex showcased a diverse offerings across both residential and commercial sectors. From bold colour pairings to bespoke lighting, the mini-trends we observed highlighted the creativity and craftsmanship that continue to drive the industry forward. As the interior furnishing sector evolves, Decorex will need to step up even further if their cross-sector show is going to confidently to compete with sector specific events such as HIX and Focus.

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