To futureproof our lighting solutions, it is key to understand the evolutions in architecture, lifestyles, behaviours, the human body and mind, and so much more. This is why we commissioned a trend forecast. By bringing together leading voices from across architecture, interior design and lighting design, we hope to understand how tomorrow’s workplaces will require us to think differently as our needs, expectations and habits change.
Trend One: Biomorphic interiors
Studies have shown that being close to nature has a measurable impact on mental health. This has already fuelled a huge trend towards biophilic office design, with large plants and natural materials such as cork and exposed wood now commonplace in many workspaces. The next iteration of this will see a shift towards biomorphism, with environments that mimic the shapes, colours and textures found in the natural world. Rather than simply filling spaces with nature, designers will create spaces that mimic nature. Signature features will include organic forms, circadian lighting and indoor gardens.
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About the editor: Amy Frearson
Amy is a London-based journalist and editor specialising in architecture and design. She is editor at-large for Dezeen, the world’s biggest design website, and a regular contributor to titles including Elle Decoration and the Financial Times. She is the co-author of All Together Now: The Co-living and Co-working Revolution, published by RIBA Books, and she was the editor of the exhibition catalogue for The Garden of Privatised Delights, the British Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale in 2021. Before moving into journalism, Amy worked in architectural practice. She holds a masters in architectural history from The Bartlett and a degree in architecture from Kingston University.