25 Architecture And Design Trends That Will Look Dated Quickly

I don't know about you, but I always feel like I'm one step behind when it comes to which design trends are actually "trendy" and which ones became "outdated," like, mere seconds ago. Anyone else?

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Recently, u/HeatherAnne1975 asked redditors to share their takes on which "home design and architecture trends will look dated very quickly," and I for one am feeling reaaaaally conflicted about several — so I want to know where you stand. Are these current trends just a passing phase, or will some of these actually stand the test of time?

And just to say it: Let’s all agree that home design is completely subjective (and often has a lot more to do with limited inventories, rising prices, and budget constraints than personal aesthetic). The opinions below are definitely not fact — which is why I'm suuuper curious to see what you think, too.

1. "Flippers replacing all the cabinets in a kitchen with inadequate open shelving. Some open shelving? Great! But when they tear down all the storage space and replace it with a few open shelves that need to be meticulously arranged? Hard pass."

Any thoughts on open shelving?

It'll stay trendy.

It'll look dated quickly.

It'll look dated quickly.

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2. "Those huge, bowl-shaped above-the-counter sinks. I had one in my old home and it was a huge pain in the ass to keep unclogged and clean."

white above the counter sink in bathroom

What do you think of above-the-counter (or vessel) sinks?

They'll stay trendy.

They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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3. "Two-story entryways. It's a waste of space, waste of energy (for heating or cooling), and for a lot of homes (unless they're very well thought-out), it kind of destroys the coziness factor. Plus, sound travels and echoes between the two stories, which is annoying if you're working from home."

Will two-story entryways or foyers stand the test of time?

They'll stay trendy.

They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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4. "That minimalist, cold, 'blank slate' look seems like something the next generation (the kids who grow up in it) will want to be changed when they become adults."

How do you feel about minimalism?

It'll stay trendy.

It'll look dated quickly.

It'll look dated quickly.

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5. "Barn doors on bathrooms. Who thought that was a good idea?! Might as well use the restroom with the door open."

Any feelings on using sliding barn doors for bathrooms?

They'll stay trendy.

They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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Any feelings on using sliding barn doors for bathrooms?

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6. "I could see the open-concept floor plan trend scaling back a bit as people, over time, would want some areas to be cut off by a door or doorway. They're very nice-looking and functional for hosting, but open floor plans take away privacy. And if it's a smaller open floor plan, there might not even be another area for a kid or spouse to go when they need some space to themself."

How do you feel about open floor plans?

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They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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7. "Light fixtures with bare bulbs and no shades or glass covers to diffuse the light."

bare light sconce with edison bulb on the wall

What do you think about bare-bulb light fixtures?

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They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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8. "White-painted houses with black windows. It's a classic look, but the problem is it's being done to death. Neighborhoods that once had some charm now just have rows of the 'modern farmhouse' look."

The exterior of a white farmhouse–style house

What's your take on the "modern farmhouse" exterior?

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It'll look dated quickly.

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9. "Waterfall islands. They are ugly AF and they're going to be a real pain to remove for remodeling thanks to all that heavy stone."

Gray vinyl flooring in a kitchen next to bar stools

What's your opinion on waterfall islands?

They'll stay trendy.

They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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10. "Those horrible 'painted arches' that people are adding to rooms lately. Honestly, I give them another six months."

Thoughts on arch accent walls?

They'll stay trendy.

They'll look dated quickly.

They'll look dated quickly.

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"I Give Them Another 6 Months": People Are Revealing Which Interior Design And Architecture "Trends" Are Soon-To-Be Dated, And I'm Conflicted Over Several

I don't know about you, but I always feel like I'm one step behind when it comes to which design trends are actually "trendy" and which ones became "outdated," like, mere seconds ago. Anyone else?

1. "Flippers replacing all the cabinets in a kitchen with inadequate open shelving. Some open shelving? Great! But when they tear down all the storage space and replace it with a few open shelves that need to be meticulously arranged? Hard pass."

Any thoughts on open shelving?

2. "Those huge, bowl-shaped above-the-counter sinks. I had one in my old home and it was a huge pain in the ass to keep unclogged and clean."

What do you think of above-the-counter (or vessel) sinks?

3. "Two-story entryways. It's a waste of space, waste of energy (for heating or cooling), and for a lot of homes (unless they're very well thought-out), it kind of destroys the coziness factor. Plus, sound travels and echoes between the two stories, which is annoying if you're working from home."

Will two-story entryways or foyers stand the test of time?

4. "That minimalist, cold, 'blank slate' look seems like something the next generation (the kids who grow up in it) will want to be changed when they become adults."

How do you feel about minimalism?

5. "Barn doors on bathrooms. Who thought that was a good idea?! Might as well use the restroom with the door open."

Any feelings on using sliding barn doors for bathrooms?

How do you feel about open floor plans?

7. "Light fixtures with bare bulbs and no shades or glass covers to diffuse the light."

What do you think about bare-bulb light fixtures?

8. "White-painted houses with black windows. It's a classic look, but the problem is it's being done to death. Neighborhoods that once had some charm now just have rows of the 'modern farmhouse' look."

What's your take on the "modern farmhouse" exterior?

9. "Waterfall islands. They are ugly AF and they're going to be a real pain to remove for remodeling thanks to all that heavy stone."

What's your opinion on waterfall islands?

10. "Those horrible 'painted arches' that people are adding to rooms lately. Honestly, I give them another six months."

Thoughts on arch accent walls?