Shag carpets, known for their long, fluffy fibers, were all the rage in the 1970s. While they added a sense of warmth and texture, they proved difficult to clean and maintain.
Wallpaper borders were popular 1980s and 1990s room decorations. Overused floral or thematic borders became antiquated and restricting.
Glass block walls, common in bathrooms and as room dividers in the late ’80s and ’90s, offered a way to let light in while maintaining privacy.
Popcorn ceilings, characterized by their bumpy texture, were widely used in mid-to-late 20th century homes for their acoustic dampening qualities and ability to hide imperfections
In past decades, heavy, ornate drapery was a common window treatment, often used to convey a sense of luxury.
Sponge painting, a technique popular in the 1990s for adding texture and depth to walls, quickly became outdated.
Fake marble and wood became popular as an economical alternative to real materials. As design trends favored authenticity and quality, these finishes looked cheap and obsolete, leading to a desire for real materials.
Once a staple in modern homes and offices for their functionality, vertical blinds have lost favor.
In the early 2000s, overstuffed furniture, characterized by large, plush sofas and chairs, was seen as a peak of comfort.
The trend of buying matching furniture sets for rooms, once a symbol of style and cohesion, has become less popular