As the chill of winter fades and the blossoms of spring begin to emerge, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home with the latest trends in window fabrics.
This season, designers are embracing a blend of natural elements, vibrant colours, and innovative materials – take a look at the top trends in window fabrics for spring 2024.
Retro 1970s vibes
The 1970s retro revival is still in full swing. Warmth, nostalgia and fun come with this series of design choices: brown is now luxe, with muted tones like beige or camel; coloured bathrooms are fresh and refreshing, and patterned flooring makes a statement.
The colour profile of this trend is earthy and rich..For your windows, this means taking advantage of bright burnt colours – like orange, tangerine, mustard, russet – in rich velvet and nubby linen. Check out this up-to-the-minute example from Australian studio YSG for Superfreak cafe in Sydney.
Fabrics inspired by biophilic design
This design trend is about connecting with – and being inspired by – nature. What may have started off as a simple ‘add greenery’ has now dramatically expanded to include all kinds of organic reference. Think serene, woven sheers featuring organic wave patterns.
If you’re on TikTok, you may have seen last year’s resurgence of biophilic-inspired trend cottagecore, as well as fun variants including playful fairycore, luscious forestcore, and even dark cottagecore. These styles are still evolving in 2024.
Welcoming wool
Texture is key this season. Wool is making more of an appearance, and fabrics like linen remain as popular and versatile as ever. These materials add depth and interest to your window treatments, making them stand out as a design element.
A recent project by New Zealand architects Fearon Hay in Rose Bay used a glass partition hung with wool curtains to separate the sitting room from the kitchen – and the effect is magnificent.
Buttery yellow
Nourishing yellows are the colour of the spring. Anything from mustard to ‘wheat field neutrals’ have replaced bright whites on walls. Butter yellow is a happy middle ground – inviting, easily matched, and timeless. It lends itself well to the colour-drenching trend, creating spaces that look like they’re bathed in sunlight.
Food-colour trends aren’t new – see all the variations of avocado through the years – and design experts think this colour will have more than a few days in the sun.
So spring 2024 is all about embracing and reinvigorating styles that have been evolving all year. Whether you opt for eco-friendly materials, bold patterns, or smart fabrics, the latest trends in window treatments offer something for every style and preference.
By updating your window fabrics, you can transform your space into a bright, welcoming haven that reflects the beauty and optimism of the season. Happy decorating!
