7 Best Trendy Home Decor Iterm - Global Sources

by Stef Calimlim (Content Editor)

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The COVID-19 pandemic has been surprisingly a boon for the home décor market with people worldwide spending more than a year constantly at home, giving them more time to reorganize their lives, redecorate their homes, and buy new home furniture and decorative accents.

Valuates Reports’ research showed that the global home décor market is set to reach $622,770 million by 2027. It added that North America is expected to be most lucrative market by region and the indoor segment, in terms of application.

Shifting consumer trends toward an urban lifestyle, and the increasing demand for unique and trendsetting items due to the rise of social media culture are also spurring the growth of the home décor market. With consumers always on the lookout for innovative and stylish top-rated home decor, here are some of the best decorative accents worth sourcing at Global Sources.

Paintings

A rule of thumb when decorating homes, offices or other living spaces is never to leave a wall bare, and paintings make a perfect background or embellishment. Paintings are also a popular gift item among consumers because of they last long, make for a unique and personal present, and are easy to maintain. There are kinds that come in sets, 3D and 5D designs, DIY kits, and with water-resistant and damp-proof features. Some paintings integrate LED lights and come with frames. Manufacturers offer 50 or 100 percent hand-painted art works or digitally printed ones. Designs vary from abstract and geometric to highly detailed creations, each with their unique meanings, character and technique.

Floor lamps

A great floor lamp can give any interior the nicest glow and make any space an inviting place to relax, read or work in. Aside from affordability, consumers also consider the built, design, brightness and value-added features when buying floor lamps. Moreover, the growing eco-consciousness among consumers has made energy-efficient and environmentally friendly floor lamps a popular choice. These units include solar-powered and LED types, and those made from natural fabrics, bamboo and wood.

Plant stands

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, interest in home gardening has grown exponentially. Bamboo, straw, metal, wood and plastic plant stands make up the common choices, with most of them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Plant stands are a gardening must-have for consumers because they not only maximize one’s growing space and allow for easier transport but also provides plant lovers a fun means to showcase their creativity and horticulture abilities.

Wall clocks

Wall clocks offer more than just their obvious purpose of telling the time. With the right design for the right interior, wall clocks can provide a timeless aesthetic to any home, office or other living space. Be it analog or digital, affordability, design, durability, readability and functionality are key factors consumers look for when purchasing wall clocks.

Canvas prints

Like paintings, canvas prints are highly durable and timeless, making them a perfect fit with any décor styles. The canvas print’s versatility makes it a favorite among tech-savvy art enthusiasts who want to turn their photos and designs into a one-of-a-kind canvas display. The designs available in the market range from abstract, black-and-white, landscapes, seascapes and portraits to urban pop.

Table lamps

When buying table lamps, consumers pay attention to a bulb’s Color Rendering Index and color temperature – two important factors that determine a light’s true-to-life colors on a given light source and its appearance, respectively. LED table lamps, which are known for their energy efficiency, long lifespan and high brightness, are a popular choice. A lamp’s adjustability is also another factor as it allows users to light a specific surface as needed and without having to move the lamp from one place to another. Variants of these kind include to with goosenecks, boom and swing arms, and swiveling heads. Some consumers also consider a lamp’s multifunction features such as those with built-in USB ports or wireless charging pads, and integrate Bluetooth speakers and alarm clocks.

Throw pillows

From beds and sofas to floors and armchairs, throw pillows are a must-have decorative accent as they make can make any space cozy, inviting and visually appealing. They also make a perfect housewarming and all-occasion gift. According to Industry Research, the global market is expected to reach $4533.5 million by the end of 2027. Throw pillows range in color, pattern, style and materials. Polyester, foam, cotton, and down and feather make up most types of throw pillows available in the market today.