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Interior design trends for 2026 are all about meaning. Telling stories of who we are through our choices, from colour to furniture to form and layout. This year, interior design shifts towards personality over perfection across what’s in:
- Understated craftsmanship
- Expressive lighting
- Sculptural seating
And what’s out:
- Full glam
- Minimalism
- Fast furniture
Use our 2026 interior design trends less as rules to follow, and more as ways to create a space that uplifts you, and expresses who you are.
Interior Design Trends for 2026
Understated craftsmanship – in
Instead of over the top statement pieces, 2026 interior design trends nod to the subtle and craft-focused. Beautiful, understated furniture and accessories that don’t need to shout to be noticed. Fast, flat-packed furniture makes way for sustainably made furniture that feels tactile, unique, and sometimes imperfect – where defining details are celebrated, not concealed.
Our Malin dining table is crafted using sustainably sourced materials, and features rich dark mango wood with natural grain variations. The sculptural fluted base adds artistic appeal, with gorgeous vertical cut grooves for added decoration,
Expressive lighting – in
Functional lighting is out, expressive lighting is in. Pendants, lamps, and lights you can feel as much as see are defining modern interior design in 2026. Sculptural artworks that create a sense of movement, crafted for softness – not sparkle. These could range from something simple, like our Sadie pendant light with unique veining patterns in its alabaster-look stone halo. Or something more extravagant, like our Nina 7 pendant light, cascading with oval drops that layer light to add depth.
Hang pendant lights low for added presence, and choose abstract lamps for added presence. See light as a material in its own right, shaping the emotion and atmosphere of your spaces.
Sculptural seating – in
Lighting isn’t the only way to add personality. Sculptural seating is a defining feature of home design trends for 2026, bringing softness and flow to living and dining spaces alike. Ready for comfort and conversation, look to new forms like our curvaceous Anya velvet dining chairs with wrap-around backrests, or our cocooning Frances fabric swivel chair – a perfect balance of form and function.
Don’t shy away from plush proportions either. Our generously sized Kendra Sofa Collection is defined by vertical fluting and plump panels, creating an inviting focal point that will always bring interest. These thoughtfully designed pieces add instant interest and character, anchoring a dining table, defining a living area, or adding something new to the corner of your dressing room.
Full glam – out
‘Glam’ can be a bit of a catch-all term for lots of different takes on interior design. But what we’re referring to is ‘full glam’, with mirrored, and synthetic finishes. Today’s take on ‘glam’ sits more under quiet luxury, with a focus on comfort, authenticity, and organic materials. If you feel your home sits in that ‘old glam’ style, there’s no need to fret. A handful of small swaps will help you embrace modern interior design in no time.
Start by replacing high-shine accessories with soft sheen or matte versions. Keep just one or two reflective pieces in each room (a mirror, a lamp, or a metallic accent), and find a new home for the rest. Add in brushed brass, champagne gold, or satin nickel touches – like our Perla or Sienna Collection rugs. These softer, more organic finishes that will soften your space without taking away its shine.
Then turn to colour. Layer in warm whites, taupes and soft charcoals to reduce stark monochromes, heavy purples or overused gold tones. Glam-style homes can often feel hard, so bring in some softness to update them. Swap satins for linen or cotton blends, shag rugs for a low-pile wool or flatweave, and faux silk for beautifully textured weaves that add an organic touch.
Minimalism – out
2026 interior trends are moving away from stark minimalism and pristine homes. ‘Considered clutter’, or gentle clutter, is about curating warmth by adding personal touches to your spaces. Meaningful art, books, tokens and trinkets are layered to feel collected over time, rather than sparse and artificial. It’s a fine balance between overdoing or underdoing it, so use our simple steps to guide you:
- Choose meaningful objects: small stacks of books, ceramics, or framed art that reflect your interests.
- Group items thoughtfully: cluster three to five objects on any shelf, console, or coffee table to create visual richness without chaos.
- Bring in botanicals: choose flowers and plants of varying heights to add life and organic unpredictability.
The goal is to be intentional, not cluttering for clutter’s sake. Creating a home that feels lived-in, with a curated, collected feel with signs of comfort and life, over polish and symmetry.
Fast furniture – out
After years of fleeting trends, furniture trends for 2026 focus on longevity. The best pieces aren’t just beautiful – they’re built for real life, designed to last, and meant to be loved for years.
Trends can often pile on the pressure to change your home when it doesn’t really need changing. You might choose cheaper furniture you know you can replace when it goes out of style, or be so led by trends that something you loved last year feels outdated before you know it. But quality and craft are timeless. So investing in furniture that you really love – not because social media says to – is 2026’s biggest trend.
Using them all or just one or two, these 2026 interior design trends point to a more considered way of living with our spaces. More personal choices shift focus toward depth, texture, and feeling, signalling a desire for warmth, longevity, and authenticity over surface-level impact.
These trends act as a framework for designing a home that feels more ‘you’. Spaces that reflect who you are now, and continue to evolve with you over time. By choosing pieces that are well made, emotionally resonant, and designed to be lived with, interiors become less about keeping up and more about settling in.
