Contemporary trends in residential interior design through the prism of neology
https://doi.org/10.51955/2312-1327_2025_4_110
Abstract
The article examines English-language neologisms in the terminological field of «Residential Interior Design», found in the Cambridge Dictionary blog (2022–2025) using the continuous sampling method. It focuses on their derivational mechanisms and thematic classification. The predominance of blend words and metaphoric phrase terms indicates active linguocreative word-formation in this field. Based on their denotative features, six lexico-thematic groups have been identified, reflecting evolving approaches to residential interior design. The most frequent group consists of new terms for style trends, while less represented groups («Types of premises», «Colouristics», «Art objects», «Layout», «Furniture») demonstrate highly specialized, but equally important aspects of design that need terminological consolidation in professional discourse. The study confirms the trend towards a balance between aesthetics and functionality in modern residential interior design. The findings are of practical importance for theoretical and applied developments in such areas as lexicography, intercultural communication and design education.
Keywords
neologism,
term formation,
phrase term,
metaphorization,
blending,
linguocreative activity,
trend,
design,
interior
About the Authors
I. A. Gavrilova
South Ural State Humanitarian Pedagogical University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Irina A. Gavrilova, Candidate of Philological Sciences, Associate Professor
69, Lenin Avenue Chelyabinsk, 454080
A. S. Gavrilova
The Chelyabinsk State Institute of Culture and Arts
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Anna S. Gavrilova
36A/11, Ordzhonikidze Street Chelyabinsk, 454091
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Review
For citations:
Gavrilova I.A., Gavrilova A.S. Contemporary trends in residential interior design through the prism of neology. Crede Experto: transport, society, education, language. 2025;(4):110-122. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.51955/2312-1327_2025_4_110
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