The top September 2021 home ideas reveal the ways that people are making their living spaces more functional, hygienic and cozier for the arrival of fall and winter in the Northern Hemisphere. With extended periods indoors over the last few years, there's a shift in what people want out of their living spaces.
As a result of using their living spaces differently, people are investing in everything from smart sanitizing doormats to backyard structures that could double as home offices. With a heightened focus on cleanliness, there's also the emergence of washable rugs for households with kids, pets and adults who don't want to have to worry about the stress of cleaning up occasional messes.
Top 65 Home Trends in September
From Elevated Backyard Sheds to Revamped Country Homes:
Laura McQuarrie — Sep 4, 2021 — Art & Design
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Elevated Backyard Sheds
Best Practice Architects Transformed a Static Shed into a Functional Space
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Intimate Treehoouse Designs
Stilt Studios Has Created an Oasis in a Balinese Village
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Comfort-Focused Minimalist Homes
The Armadale House was Created by Conrad Architects & Mim Design
62
Gentle Silicone Body Scrubbers
Big Bee, Little Bee Offers an Eco Alternative to Loofahs & Brushes
61
Smart Sanitizing Doormats
The Nebula Mat Detects Users Walking Up & Activates Misting Pads
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Modern Floodproof Residences
Dom Architect Studio Has Built a Multi-Layered Oasis in Vietnam
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Picturesque Family Oasis
This New Family Home in Brazil Enjoys Panoramic Views of the Mountains
58
Thoughtfully-Designed Furniture
Shinola and Crate & Barrel Have Collaborated in a Home Décor Line
57
Curvilinear Bookshelves
Mudd Architects Has Completed a Writer's Cabin with a Unique Bookshelf
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3D Ergonomic Pillows
The Hapi Pillow is an Ergonomic Pillow with a Unique Organic Shape
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Playful Geometric Homes
A Family Home in Mumbai Favors a Curvilinear and Playful Aesthetic
54
Adaptable Holiday Homes
A Danish Holiday Residence is Designed with Multifunctionality in Mind
53
Minimal Modular Drawer Organizers
The Toko Drawer Organizer is Customizable and Boasts Clean Lines
52
Playful Movie-Inspired Nursery Art
DaffodilsAndInk Creates Wizard of Oz Rainbow Wall Art
51
Farmhouse Decor Collections
IKEA's HÖSTKVÄLL Range Shares Cozy Fall Accents
50
Compact Composting Canisters
Bamboozle Home Helps You Convert Your Own Organic Waste
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Charitable Candle Collections
Calyan Wax Co. is Looking to Promote Human Dignity
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Minimal Carefully Oriented Homes
A Mexican Seafront Compound Boasts Views of the Sunrise & Sunset
47
Waffle-Weaved Smart Towels
The K-25 Smart Bath Towel Features Ultra-Usability
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Solar-Powered Home Security Systems
Wasserstein's New Smart Home Accessory Designs are Sustainable
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Made-to-Measure Bath Accessories
Ritmonio's ELEMENTA Accessories are Made-to-Measure
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Minimal Pastel High Chairs
Lalo's Sage High Chair Returns as a Permanent Color Option
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Gen Z Blackout Curtains
Sun Zero Debuts Generation Curtains for Millennials and Generation Z.
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Wooden Pastel Nursery Signs
DreaMachineWorks Offers Handmade Wooden Signs for Kids' Rooms
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Designer Washable Rugs
Jonathan Adler & Ruggable Created an Exclusive 16-Piece Collection
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Swirled Pencil Tip Protectors
The Pencil Cap is the Newest Release by Japanese Brand 'Tsukushi'
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Customized Birth Prints
The Coco Studio Offers Personalized Birth Posters
38
Carbon-Free Candleholders
Lena Bergström's Steel Candleholder is Made as Symbol of Hope
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Thoughtfully Designed Homes
Fox Johnston Creates a Beautiful Residence Despite Design Challenges
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Treehouse-Inspired Lakehomes
Carlos Zwick's New Lakehouse Draws Inspiration from Mies van der Rohe
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Budget-Friendly Furniture Lines
Loft & Love Launches with a Collection Designed for Millennials
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Japanese Garden-Inspired Furniture
André Fu's Art Deco Garden Collection is Zen-Based
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Locally Focused House Designs
Horomystudio Has Designed a Home That Embraces the Natural Terrain
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Sophisticated Bourbon-Scented Candles
The No. 22 Sophisticate Candle by Whiskey & Woof is Musky
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One-Handed Tape Dispensers
The O N Tape Dispenser Boasts a Sleek Design for the Modern Lifestyle
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Eco-Conscious Copper Scrubbers
Redecker’s Copper Scrubbers Avoid Synthetic Materials
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Washable Kids Rugs
Nestig's Rugs are Made from 100% Organic Cotton and All-Natural Dyes
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All-Purpose Cleaning Tablets
Meliora's Cleaning Products are Fragrance- and Dye-Free
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Sales-Boosting Interior Paints
BEHR Paint and Zillow's Paint Palette Helps to Increase Home Value
26
Mosquito Repellant Blankets
The Bug Shield Blanket Protects the User from Bug Bites
25
Functionally Designed Homes
This Boarding House in Indonesia Favors Vertical Circulation
24
Compressed Glass Bud Vases
Glassmateria Studio Launched its Unique Slimline Vase Collection
23
Wing-Shaped Roof Designs
Bernardes Arquitetura Designed a Brazilian Villa with a Unique Roof
22
Soy Candle Sample Kits
Calyan Wax Co. Allows You to Test Its Scents Before Purchase
21
Plant Fiber Soap Dishes
Alder New York’s Product is Eco-Friendly and Minimalist
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Natural Bathroom Cleaning Duos
AspenClean’s Natural Bathroom Cleaner & Microfiber Cloth are Safe
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Revamped Country Homes
A 19th-Century Farmhouse is Transformed into a Contemporary Family Home
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Natural Home Cleaning Services
AspenClean Contributes to Comfort, Without Harming the Environment
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Contemporary Housing Complexes
A Newly Built Denver Housing Complex Responds to Modern Society
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Experimental Rug Designs
Tsar Carpets' New Collection Boasts Bold Colors and Abstract Patterns
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Insect-Friendly Houses
Kioyaki Takeda Architects Have Built a House That Houses All Life Forms
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Eco-Friendly Dishwasher Tabs
PUR Home Boasts Alternatives to Plastic Packaging & Toxic Ingredients
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Elevated Floral Candle Collections
Calyan Wax Co.'s Kits are for Self-Indulgence or Gifting
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Custom Handmade Name Signs
CMSDesignStudio Creates Custom Comic Book Name Signs
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Natural Hypoallergenic Laundry Detergents
AspenClean’s Detergents Prolong the Life of Clothes
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Essential Oil Soy Candles
Calyan Wax Co.’s Seaside + Citrus Glass Tumber Candle is Light & Breezy
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Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent Sheets
Earth Breeze Provides a Zero-Waste Way to Do Laundry
8
Customizable Birth Announcement Books
MemoryBookLane Offers Stamped Decorative Birth Books
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Essential Oil-Infused Scouring Powders
AspenClean’s Natural Scouring Powder Can Take on Challenges
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Woodland Nursery Decor
The Book Banner Wall Art is Handmade From Vintage Book Pages
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Aromatic Pumpkin Household Cleaners
Mrs. Meyer's Created Pumpkin Spice Cleaning Products for Fall
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Weather-Conscious Designs
Unemori Architects Respond to Harsh Weather Conditions in New Project
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Sleek Modern Lighting Controls
The Palladium Bespoke Metals Collection Features Multiple Finishes
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Sun-Powered Patio Sets
BioLite's New Curated Patio Set Will Elevate Your Outdoor Space
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Climate Risk Trackers
Redfin Brokerage Introduces a Tool to Asses Climate Risk
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Behavior-Based Smart Homes
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Climate-Smart Rural Designs
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Mineral-Inspired Furniture Capsules
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Modernism-Themed Residence Collections
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Elevated Flood Refuge Homes
The Lift House Reimagines a Red Cottage That Rises with Flood Waters
Festive Home Exchange Opportunities
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Leaf-Inspired Countryside Homes
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Moody Industrial Retreats
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Urban Layered Homes
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Modern Dark Tonal Homes
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Inversion Living Concepts
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Gen Z Dorm Makeovers
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Branded Tool Bar Designs
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Charming Spring Decor
These Blu Dot Spring Designs Feature Refined Comfort & Confident Color
Social-First Hosting Campaigns
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House Renovation Projects
Medium Renovates Hearth House in London with Subtle Modern Updates
Pet-Friendly Tiny Retreats
The Téméraire Tiny Home Boasts Smart Features for Families and Pets
Garden-Connected Homes
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Ravi Raj Croton-On-Hudson House Balances Old and New Elements
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