The 1970s get a bad rap when it comes to home decor. It’s often referred to as “the decade that design forgot,” and most people associate it with a color palette of burnt orange and brown, along with accessories and furniture decked out in those shades (see: the Gunsmoke-inspired velour “grandma couches” printed with a rustic floral pattern).

But many of today’s biggest design trends can be traced to the era. The boho chic, macrame-filled style made popular by Instagram influencers everywhere? You can thank the '70s for that. Hues of mustard yellow and avocado green? These were the better half of the preferred palette of the decade. Terrazzo? Shag carpet? Rattan? All can be credited to the '70s. Below, easy ways to work the best trends into your own space.

BOHEMIAN EVERYTHING

From macrame wall hangings to floral-printed peasant dresses, the boho vibes of 1970s counterculture are everywhere today. The resurgence of this easy, breezy look can be closely tied to Instagram, where, it seems, everyone’s apartment has some sort of woven wall hangings next to a rattan mirror with a crystal incense holder on the window sill. It’s a fairly foolproof combo that can easily be adapted.

TERRAZZO

Terrazzo was considered a budget option for durable flooring in the 1970s and was seen as uncool for decades. But it’s surged in popularity in recent years, with contemporary designers using the material to craft much more than just floors: tables, chairs, lights, vanity accessories—you name it.

You’ll even find custom installs used as kitchen backsplash or in place of tiles in the bathroom, and terrazzo patterns on pillows, bedding, and wallpaper.

WESTERN DETAILS

Americans were obsessed with Western TV shows and movies for a good three decades in the middle of the 20th century, and their impact is evident in the fashion and home decor trends of the 1970s.

While the “grandma couch” represents the not-so-great influence, elements like fringe, suede, woven textiles, and sun-kissed colors pay homage to the era with a lighter touch.

HOUSEPLANTS

Being a #plantmom is not a new wellness-inspired concept—you can thank the environmentalists of the '70s for the craze.

Houseplants hit their stride in the 1970s, and many of today’s popular (and easy-to-care-for) varieties—monsteras, spider plants, snake plants, pothos, philodendrons—were ubiquitous during the era.

SHAG CARPET

While wall-to-wall carpet in a muppet orange may have been de rigueur in the 1970s, now, less is more. As in: go for an area rug. Opt for white or cream for a cloud-like footing in the bedroom, or, for a true throwback, go for a terracotta accent.

PLUMP FURNITURE

Furniture design started to see the influence of postmodern architecture in the '70s: rounded edges, fuller shapes, a general plumpness that was in contrast to the streamlined aesthetic of modernism (Mario Bellini’s Cameleonda sofa being the most famous example).

Today, these comforting shapes are the perfect antidote to our anxiety-riddled world. It’s like sinking into a big marshmallow.

A GREEN AND YELLOW COLOR PALETTE

While every shade of brown dominates the collective color memory of homes in the '70s, there are a few popular shades that are having a resurgence today: avocado green and mustard yellow. The latter has infiltrated every part of the industry, from exterior paint colors to throw pillows, while you can find the shade of millennials’ favorite toast topper on lights, vases, candles, and more.