9 Interior Trends To Lean Into In 2026

“We have seen a shift in recent years from more contemporary details and furnishings to those with more history, character and patina,” says Lauren Geremia, founder of Geremia Design. “We would love to see an embrace of decorative arts to complement this resurgence – we recently worked with a decorative painter on a mural coating the outside of a claw-foot bathtub. It catches you by surprise and is one of our favorite moments in the project.”

Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, founder of Banda Studio, is looking forward to incorporating “the growing interest in more expressive, hand-led details, with influences drawn from calligraphy. This is translating into brushed or linear motifs, rhythmic curves and softer graphic language across wall finishes, textiles, inlay and bespoke elements, adding movement and a human quality to otherwise architectural spaces.”

“After a long period of fresh, creamy palettes and lighter tones, we are increasingly drawn to moodier, darker environments,” continues Mapelli Mozzi. “Deeper colors, shadow and contrast are being used to create warmth and intimacy, supporting a sense of comfort and retreat – and an enveloping atmosphere.”

“For 2026, layering with texture is everything – especially when it has the power to elevate the everyday,” Venetia Rudebeck, co-founder of Studio Vero, shares. “Bring together textures in creative and surprising ways – mismatched upholstery, paneled headboards, wall and door coverings or a mix of scatter cushions. Move beyond traditional block colors and opt for playful combinations, like a jacquard weave with intricate pattern and a handcrafted leather, or a richly colored velvet paired with a chunky bouclé.”

“In larger scale interiors, we are seeing a move towards monastic, almost metaphysical spaces,” says Mapelli Mozzi. “Cooler palettes, particularly through marble, stone and mineral finishes, are being used to create calm, contemplative environments. There is an interest in wrapping spaces entirely in marble or stone, allowing materiality, proportion and light to do the work, resulting in spaces that feel grounded, ceremonial and powerful.”

“We will continue to see a return to Art Deco’s confidence and graphic clarity, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens,” continues Mapelli Mozzi. “Stepped geometries, fluted and ribbed detailing, and disciplined silhouettes are being reintroduced through joinery, metalwork, lighting and architectural moments.”

“There’s going to be an increased appreciation for timber textures this year,” says interior designer Christian Bense. “We will have confidence in incorporating a variety of different woods into pieces of furniture and finishes, and shying away from the need to match. There’s beauty in variation – oak, walnut, elm, for example – and it’s the gentle layering of these organic materials that brings depth, warmth and authenticity to our homes.”

“For next year, I think the mirror as an art form is going to be even more of a talking point,” Bense adds. “Bold, artistic framing can really set a mirror apart. As a studio, we are particularly drawn to handcrafted frames like Murano glass or sculptured bronze.”

“While we don’t tend to follow trends as such, we are noticing a renewed and growing reverence for craftsmanship and pieces that are made by hand,” share Angus and Charlotte Buchanan, co-founders of Buchanan Studio. “There’s an increasing appreciation for furniture, textiles and finishes that carry a sense of provenance – celebrating traditional techniques, natural materials and the hand of the maker. I think people are craving an emotional connection to their homes more than ever.”