Tropical Modernism: Vacation Vibes Enliven Interior Design

Inspired by finding refuge in the natural world around us, the Tropical Modernism aesthetic is hitting peak season this summer. Vibrant, colorful and playful, the style takes us on an adventure filled with an abundance of escapist hues, patterns and bold statement decor.

Touching on the larger trend topic of revenge travel, which we’ve discussed in our 2023 and 2024 color + design trend reports, we revel in vacation-influenced design and energetic settings. Look no further than globally renowned American designer Kelly Wearstler and visit the Santa Monica Proper hotel to be immersed in the creative energy of this trend.

We revel in exploration and enjoy fresh glimmers of optimism when designing in the Tropical Modernism aesthetic. Creating playful retreats as a nod to luxury travel experiences and escapist themes, this design style supports our need to embrace bold personal style expressions and unfiltered indulgence in life. Let’s explore 10 mood boards that help support the ideals of Tropical Modernism: