Interior Design Trends of Scottsdale, Arizona
by Ownby Designs

Although no two clients, or projects, are the same, we have seen several underlying themes and requests from our client’s briefs – as of late. From floor plans to style preferences, we have seen a continuous shift in preferences from our clients and projects.

It is no surprise that indoor-outdoor living has continued to be a priority. Many clients are requesting their indoor spaces reflect themes and natural elements outside the home. Many of our clients have moved to Arizona specifically because of the regional landscape.

They want their interiors and exteriors to add to the natural beauty of the environment rather than creating a stark contrast between the two spaces. Many homeowners are requesting an overall aesthetic of light, bright and airy throughout the home, with warm elements incorporated through impactful textures and organic touches.

Light putty and taupe colors are used more often in soft goods, hard goods, and paint choices. Overall, we have seen a decline in requests for pure white across all projects. Altogether, we have been working with limited and intentional palettes, keeping it very specific and consistent across all spaces.

With the theme of bringing natural elements indoors, we have seen a specific increase in clients asking to incorporate wood in more unexpected ways. We even designed a wood ceiling for a project that spanned from the outdoor patio all the way into the heart of the home for a softer, more organic feeling. Clients are also very specific with the types of wood being used, gravitating towards lighter tones with more natural wood colors and exposed grains.

Overall, with furniture, we have seen a considerable shift toward softer edges and curved shapes in the most unexpected ways. We are continuing that overall movement away from manufactured harsh lines and angular pieces.

Regarding specifics in textiles, clients want low-maintenance, durable fibers wherever possible. This was a theme we traditionally saw in family-oriented homes, but we now see it in almost every home, no matter the family make-up.

Several clients have even gravitated towards genuinely outdoor-specific fabric options. That being said, the final choices have depended on comfort and materials with the perfect balance of being long-lasting but still soft and inviting to the touch.

Design Trends that Transcend

Interior design is always evolving, inspired by innovation and creativity. For many years, all white minimalism has dominated the industry due to its clean and elevated look. Light woods, marble and quartz stones, and clean lines were very common.

Together, they created bright and airy spaces. This style became popular because of its simplicity and accessibility while creating a feeling of luxury. It is common to see trends come and go, but in 2022 we have seen a drastic change in the overall style of interiors.

Due to the pandemic, people began to spend most of their time inside. Our homes were more than just a place to come back to at the end of the day; but also served as gyms, offices, and classrooms. People have realized the importance of functionality and comfort when it comes to interior design, and the industry responded in an exciting way.

Society has realized how much our environments affect us. So, new design trends are beginning to take cues from nature. Instead of opting for an all-white look, people are gravitating toward a variety of tones such as chocolate browns, warm beiges, deep greens, and rich blues. As well, raw materials are gaining popularity in an attempt to bring some of the outdoors, inside.

This includes natural stones, warm woods, wools, clays, ceramics, and brushed metals. People are also moving away from sharp angles. Instead, they are incorporating organic forms from archways to curvy furniture pieces.

These natural shapes mimic those seen in nature and add individuality to a room. Designers are also focusing on the layering of textures, and adding greenery, to make a space feel cozier. These new trends are producing calming and natural-looking homes.

In addition to the visual benefits that these trends have, incorporating natural materials and forms have a magnitude of physical and mental health benefits. Colors, textures, and forms that mimic things seen in nature, is said to improve productivity as well as reduce stress and anxiety.

Another benefit of using natural materials, is that it is more sustainable and increases the longevity of the design. 

With people spending more time in their homes now, they have realized it is important to invest in their space by creating something that looks and feels good.

Overall, these new trends are an exciting change within the industry. People are thinking about the importance of the interior design of their homes and how it can positively impact their physical and mental health.

Your Luxury Home Dream Team

When making the decision to build a luxury custom home, the first steps to the design process is to select your Dream Team in your location. This team of professionals includes an Architect, a knowledgable Builder, an Interior Designer, and a great Landscape Architect. Each professional brings their expertise to the table working together to accomplish the most amazing house possible for the client.

Having these experts on your Dream Team at the beginning stages is crucial to a well-managed project from beginning to end. Each expert will be looking into your project from a different vantage point.

For example, your Builder is going to oversee the full construction of your home from start to finish. Their services go beyond just building your home; they also handle all the financial matters of the build, communicate with an HOA, and work with the city for inspections.

Your Architect is in charge of outlining your floor plan and will be the artistic eye while creating the exterior style of your home. They are also responsible for following design guidelines set by your HOA & the city and coordinating permits for the structural and engineering aspects of the plans.

Along with your architect, your Landscape Architect is going to be necessary when outlining the exterior areas of your home. You’ll need them for patios, gardens, pools, and the aesthetics of all your outdoor living spaces. Typically, clients involve the landscape architect from the very beginning; however, in some projects, the Landscape Architect can be pulled in after plans have been finalized.

And, of course, the final member of your complete Dream Team is your Interior Designer! Your interior designer oversees your space’s flow & overall design from the architect adding their professional eye and input.

Once plans are finalized with the architect, your interior designer systematically presents and guides you through every single aesthetic decision as it relates to your interiors. Your designer will communicate all designs in scaled drawings, renderings, and specifications to your builder for construction, and will be there through the construction process to ensure design implementation.

Your Dream Team must fit into your vision and expectations of the project, and vice versa. We suggest selecting your team wisely, doing your homework & trusting your gut. Building a luxury custom home is an exciting & extremely complex venture. We encourage you to pick the team of professionals that you feel comfortable with, that you trust, and that you will enjoy working with throughout your project.

Interior designers don’t just design your luxury custom home details, but we focus on the client experience, bringing joy to building a custom home and alleviating the stress. The first step to starting the design process is to select a Dream Team that will contribute to your beautiful, luxury custom home, and provide you with a professional, positive home-building experience.