14 ways you know you’re in the home of a Millennial

Are you a true Millennial? See how many typically Millennial trends you have in your humble abode

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When it comes to decorating their homes, Millennials are a whole new breed. From fancy flamingos to punchy pineapples and everything inbetween, Millennials have been defining what we should and shouldn't have in our homes for a while now, and you many have invested without even realising. We are certainly guilty of a few of these Millennial home decor trends.

Want more trend inspiration? READ: Home decor trends for Autumn/Winter 2018 – we predict the key looks for interiors

1. You have a penchant for Mid-century Modern furniture

living area with wooden flooring and wooden chair with cushions

(Image credit: Future PLC/Mark Bolton)

2. Your love for brass accents goes way beyond just one candle holder

white hallway with low grey shelves and table lamp

(Image credit: Future PLC/David Brittain)

3. You covet an Eames chair, so much so that you bought a knock-off

study room with desk and chair

(Image credit: Future PLC/Dominic Blackmore)

4. Your space would be bare without some kind of wall art

kitchen area with love wall art and kitchne sink

(Image credit: Future PLC/Fiona Walker-Arnott)

5. Your guests are greeted by a cheeky doormat

room with umbrella printed door mat and plant in pots

(Image credit: TBC)

6. You have at least one item (if not more) from Ikea in every room

room with grey wall and books in book shelves

(Image credit: Future PLC/Ikea)

7. You've embraced the whole mattress in a box concept

bedroom with wooden flooring and white wall

(Image credit: Future PLC/Hybrid)

8. There is a chunky knit blanket on your bed, sofa, chair (delete as appropriate)

living area with sofaset with cushions and photoframe on wall

(Image credit: Future PLC/Tim Young)

Love Millennial trends? READ: Blush pink is trending – get on board with these key buys

9. Space to fill? Buy a plant!

balcony with flower pots and white window

(Image credit: TBC)

10. You've just bought your tenth succulent. Even though you've managed to kill, well, all of them

room with white window and plants in pots

(Image credit: Future PLC/Polly Eltes)

11. You own some kind of marble accessory! Be it a coaster or a console table

living area with wooden flooring and sofaset with cushions

(Image credit: Future PLC/Colin Poole)

12. You might not drink a lot, but you like to have plenty of options, all displayed nearly on a metallic bar cart

room with wooden wall and wheeled trolley

(Image credit: Future PLC/Simon Brown)

13. You home features either a pineapple, flamingo or a cactus accessory

room with printed wall and washbasin

(Image credit: Future PLC/Paul Raeside)

14. You've really embraced the trend for Millennial pink

room with flower in white vase and white jug

(Image credit: Future PLC/Dominic Blackmore)

Love pink? READ: Pink bedroom ideas that can be pretty and peaceful, or punchy and playful

How many of these Millennial decor trends have you ticked off your list?

Jennifer Ebert
Deputy Editor

Jennifer is the Deputy Editor (Digital) for Homes & Gardens online. Prior to her current position, she completed various short courses a KLC Design School, and wrote across sister brands Ideal Home, LivingEtc, 25 Beautiful Homes, Country Homes & Interiors, and Style at Home. 

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