Design Experts Reveal The Top Interiors Trends For 2026

Ready to take on that dream DIY project? Make 2026 your most home-beautiful yet with our rundown of the biggest interior design trends so far. From high-tech wellness bathrooms and Rococo-inspired bedrooms to all things Neo Deco, here’s how to up your interiors game this year (with a little help from the experts).

The Biggest Interior Design Trends For 2026

In 2026, homeowners are getting personal. As minimalist-led interiors fade into the background, expect to see more of those personalised touches – a pop of colour here, a quirky fixture there, home tech attuned to the individual’s wants and needs – and a real emphasis on giving your space character. 

As for the interior trends taking over 2026, they are:

Top Trends At A Glance

1. Neo Deco
2. Pattern Splicing
3. Cloud Dancer
4. Colour Capping
5. Personalised Home Offices
6. Natural Materials
7. Japandi
8. Cotswoldcore
9. Wellness Bathrooms
10. Wallpaper As Art
11. Curtains (Beyond Windows)
12. Rococo Rooms

Lemieux et Cie

1. Neo Deco

If you caught Pinterest’s annual trend forecast, chances are Neo Deco will already be on your radar. Neo Deco, or the new Art Deco, is all about blending the glamorous design hallmarks of the roaring 1920s – geometric shapes, sultry hues, lacquered wood and luxe materials – into the contemporary home. 

‘A modern twist on Art Deco, it channels the elegance of the 1920s and 30s into today’s spaces with sleek finishes, bold geometric shapes – from chevrons to fan arches – and gleaming touches of chrome or brass,’ explains Sydney Stanback, Global Head of Trends and Insights at Pinterest. ‘It’s all about drama, personality and a hint of eccentricity, encouraging homeowners to express their individual style through their interiors.’ Find out how to get the look at home with our guide here.

Ca Pietra x Divine Savages

2. Pattern Splicing

While there’s a certain satisfaction in having a perfectly matching setup, designers are making the case for playful exploration. Cue, pattern splicing. ‘Design today is moving away from perfect symmetry towards something more soulful,’ says Grazzie Wilson, Head of Creative at Ca’ Pietra. ‘Pattern splicing lets you build a story into your space without overwhelming it.’ She emphasises the trend will show up in full force not in fabrics or wallpaper, but tiles. ‘By interspersing decorative tiles with plains, you introduce rhythm, surprise and personality. It is a technique that feels instinctive and expressive, yet it works effortlessly in real homes.

‘Part of the appeal of this trend is its sense of individuality,’ she adds. ‘Pattern splicing invites personal expression where decorative tiles become punctuation marks within a scheme. They can reflect a love of nature, a favourite colour story, a rural upbringing or a cherished memory. Unlike full-pattern tiles, this approach feels timeless because it never tries too hard.’

The White Company

3. Cloud Dancer

It might be one of Pantone’s more hotly debated shades, but Cloud Dancer – the official Pantone Colour of the Year 2026 – is predicted to have huge sway over the interiors sphere. Pantone itself describes the hue as ‘a lofty white neutral whose aerated presence acts as a whisper of calm and peace in a noisy world […] a calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection. A billowy white imbued with serenity, it invites true relaxation and focus, allowing the mind to wander and creativity to breathe.’

As for styling it, who better to give advice than The White Company’s Chrissie Rucker. ‘I always choose a soft, soothing palette of whites, off-whites and neutrals, remembering that white is not one colour but a thousand tones and shades, all slightly and subtly different from each other.’ When it comes to your walls, she recommends opting for whites with character: ‘My favourite whites to use in the bedroom are Farrow & Ball’s All White, Benjamin Moore’s White Dove and Dulux’s Timeless. You can layer whites, too, using complementing shades on the walls and woodwork, to give more depth to the room.’ See what interiors experts have to say about the trend here.

Benjamin Moore

4. Colour Capping

Bored of plain-looking walls? If hanging a few rolls of paper isn’t an option, then why not try 2026’s top paint trend: colour capping. ‘The technique involves enveloping a space in a tonal wash that gradually deepens the further up it goes, incorporating the often-overlooked fifth wall – the ceiling – into the design,’ explains Helen Shaw, International Director of Marketing at paint manufacturer Benjamin Moore. 

It’s being dubbed ‘a clever way to achieve a high-end look with just a few tins of paint’, Helen adds. ‘And as people seek more personalisation and a sense of comfort in their homes, colour capping offers the perfect vehicle. It adds depth and nuance to an otherwise simple palette and is also a great way to build colour confidence.’ See our guide here for more colour capping inspiration.

Yellow London

5. Personalised Home Offices

And while many of us are being called back to work, the demand for working spaces at home has yet to dwindle. If anything, it’s only getting bigger. ‘Our surroundings profoundly impact our state of mind and productivity, so creating a space that truly works for how someone lives and works – while reflecting their personality – is essential to our approach,’ notes Cath Beckett and Liv Wallers, co-founders of interior design studio Yellow London. They’ve noticed more people looking to blend functionality with character, creating home offices with bespoke cabinetry art, clever storage solutions and carefully chosen furniture and fittings – the perfect blend of comfort and creativity.

6. Natural Materials

And when it comes to materials and textures, think outside the four walls of your home. ‘Natural materials continue to be an interior trend that people turn to, as they embrace nature and bring the outdoors inside,’ says Magdalena Gierasinska, Head of Product and Displays at Barker & Stonehouse. ‘Whether you are looking to add a rustic style to your home with natural wood and rattan finishes or simply want to achieve a cosy and Scandi-inspired look with boucle and wool materials, tactile furnishings and accessories are a great way to do this.’ 

But why the sudden resurgence? Magdalena tells us it has to do with the bigger realignment of the home, positioning it more firmly as a place of rest and wellness. ‘Not only can natural materials be beneficial to your overall wellbeing, due to the connections they have with nature, they also add a layer of texture thanks to the natural variations and pigmentations featured in each individual piece,’ she adds.

Hovia

7. Japandi

Another trend seemingly making a comeback this year is Japandi. Not familiar? Let the experts explain: ‘Japandi style blends the refined calm of Japanese minimalism with the functionality of Scandinavian interiors,’ highlights Lauren Kavanagh, Art Director at Hovia. ‘At its core, it’s about stripping a space back to what truly matters, using clever craftsmanship, natural materials, all being underpinned by purposeful simplicity. 

‘When combined, the result is a home that feels beautifully balanced between airy and anchored, minimal but cosy,’ she adds. ‘Soft-textured neutrals, warm woodgrains, abstract linework and nature-led prints; this style is the direct opposite of decoration for the sake of it. The focus is to create harmony through texture, tone, and thoughtful design choices.’

@roseywoodinteriors

8. Cotswoldcore

Our collective love of the Cotswolds has never been quiet (just look at all the A-listers who have made it their home over the years) – but in 2026, we’re taking that admiration into our own homes. ‘Cotswoldcore celebrates the appeal of traditional English heritage aesthetics, but reinterprets them for modern living,’ notes Wayne Spriggs, CEO and award winning designer at Lusso. ‘Think neutral tones, antique decor and cosy textiles. There’s a balance between authenticity and sophistication with vintage pieces sitting alongside simplistic design, and old-world textures blending with modern functionality.’ 

Think of it as quintessentially British countryside charm – exposed beams, stone walls, crackling fireplaces, tartan blankets and Cornishware in the cabinet – with all the modern additions to really make the space cosy. ‘Traditional features may not be present in every home, so modern takes on Cotswoldcore involve taking inspiration from these elements, paying tribute to them by incorporating the same materials in our designs,’ highlights Celine Da Silva, a Lusso partner designer at Da Silva Design. ‘It’s all about replicating the ambience of a cosy countryside cottage through careful design choices.’

BC Designs

9. Wellness Bathrooms

While nothing beats a long, hot soak in the bath after a long day, what if you could make your bathroom work even harder for your sense of wellbeing? Think personalised, high-tech wellness features: lighting systems that help reduce circadian rhythm disruption (and give you better sleep), sunshowers that deliver a daily dose of vitamin D, smart mirrors with health tracking features and air quality sensors that do all the adjusting for you. 

‘Personalised wellness will become mainstream with a calm luxury and uncluttered feel in increasingly bigger bathrooms,’ predicts Eileen Slattery, Marketing Director at MERLYN. ‘Beautiful, relaxing showering spaces are seen as essential investments in everyday wellbeing.’

Andrew Martin x Kit Kemp

10. Wallpaper As Art

Why stick to simple patterns when you can make the entire wall your canvas? Whether a feature wall, a quiet nook in the hallway or the entire room (ceilings and all), you can quite easily elevate the space – not just with wallpaper, but hand-painted murals. Think panoramic pastoral scenes befitting a cosy country home, a patchwork of abstract colours for an urban pad in town – or even room-specific murals, like lively botanicals in the bathroom, architectural geometrics in the dining room or English roses in the lounge.

Rebecca Hughes Interiors

11. Curtains (Beyond Windows)

While typically associated with dressing up windows, design experts see curtains becoming a home highlight of their own come 2026. ‘Curtains are no longer confined to the role of window dressing – they’ve become a versatile design statement,’ confirms Rebecca Hughes, Founder and Creative Director of London-based design studio Rebecca Hughes Interiors. ‘We’re using them as soft space dividers, to frame cosy nooks, or to introduce a layer of texture and opulence through sumptuous fabrics. When chosen thoughtfully, they merge form and function beautifully, transforming the atmosphere of a room while adding a sense of theatre and intimacy.’

DFS

12. Rococo Rooms

Prefer to feel like the queen of your own castle? Then the 2026 trend you’ll want to tap into is the Marie Antoinette-inspired Rococo revival. ‘Think sofas with scrolled arms, decorative wooden furniture, large statement headboards, gilded lighting, and floral patterns,’ says accessories buyer at Furniture Village, Shelley Cochrane. She also recommends layering soft blush pinks and gentle lilacs with floral patterns. ‘These colours and motifs complement curved lines and detailed ornamentation, creating a harmonious and richly textured interior that honours the style’s romantic origins.’ Mirrored hallways and gold coated fixtures aside, here’s how you can bring a touch of Rococo into your home without losing your head along the way.