A new year has begun, which means fresh interior design and home trends are emerging. As a designer, I’m incredibly excited about 2026—and the year is only just getting started. Already, I’m noticing a shift in what my clients are asking for. I’m gathering this information firsthand, while also exploring what other designers are creating and what furniture vendors are producing.
So let’s break it down: the top home trends for 2026. What’s in—and just as importantly—what’s out.
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Top Home Trends For 2026
2026 Paint Colours
In 2026, brown is having a major moment—and as a brunette, I’m not mad about it. People are starting to embrace brown and warm taupes in a big way. Fear not, though—Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee is still as popular as ever. That said, I’m seeing rich chocolate browns finally have their time in the sun.
If brown feels a little intimidating, there are some beautiful taupes gaining traction as well. Taupe is an incredible way to introduce warmth and depth into a space while still keeping things feeling neutral and timeless.
Some notable taupe paint colours I’m loving are Benjamin Moore Annapolis Gray and Benjamin Moore Cotswold—both are absolutely gorgeous.
When it comes to browns, Benjamin Moore Alexandria Beige, Benjamin Moore Espresso Bark, and Behr Dark Truffle are standouts. These shades are very livable, and the deeper tones work beautifully as accents or to make a room feel cozier and more grounded.
Burgundy
Okay, burgundy might be my new favourite colour—and no, I’m not just saying that because it’s a major trend for 2026. I LOVEEEE burgundy in interiors. It’s absolutely sexy, sophisticated, and everything you want a space to feel like.
I truly think red is one of the most underrated colours in interior design. People tend to panic—“Oh no, red… that’s too daring!”—but red is one of those colours that can incredibly transform a space. It creates a mood like no other.
Red is it for me. I’ll be decorating my condo with burgundy (subscribe to the blog if you want updates on that 👀). I’m fully obsessed. Bonus points if you pair it with a light blue.
For a lovely pairing, go with Benjamin Moore Classic Burgundy and Benjamin Moore Hinting Blue.
White Oak
The next trend I want to touch on is white oak. Almost all of my clients are gravitating toward it right now—it’s starting to feel a bit like circa 2018, when everyone wanted gray flooring (please don’t remind me of that era).
Gray trends aside, I’ve always loved white oak. In 2026, it’s showing up everywhere: in kitchen design, custom millwork (think media walls and built-ins), and furniture. I’m seeing it across the board.
White oak reads as contemporary, sleek, and clean, and it pairs beautifully with Japandi, Scandinavian, and modern design styles.
More broadly, people are embracing oak in general—whether that’s a deeper, richer tone or a warmer oak finish. Simply put, people are going oak-crazy… and I’m absolutely here for it.
For more on kitchen design trends for 2026, read: Kitchen Colour Trends for 2026: The Shades To Know About By The Experts (FYI, I am featured in this article!)
Statement Stone
In 2026, we’re going to see a lot of statement stone. Think kitchens and bathrooms featuring natural stone in peach, pink, and other bold, expressive colours that make a design feel truly unique. Homeowners are leaning toward granite and quartzite, rather than man-made materials, and embracing the natural irregularities that give stone its character.
I love this trend—I’ve always had a deep appreciation for granite and natural stone. There’s something about it that simply can’t be replicated or replaced by manufactured alternatives.
The idea of statement stone is especially exciting. Yes, it’s an investment, but it’s one that’s absolutely worth it.
What Interior Design Trends Are Out For 2026
Now, let’s talk about what’s out. And keep in mind, I’m speaking strictly in terms of trends—because I’m a designer, and that’s what I do. That said, I always want to encourage you to decorate and design your home in whatever way feels right for you.
Beige-on-Beige Rooms
I’d say beige on beige on beige is officially out—and some might even argue it’s starting to look dated. I understand the desire for a minimal, sleek aesthetic, but the reality is that so many spaces are beginning to look exactly the same.
It’s as if everyone shopped from the same Instagram influencer’s Amazon home storefront, bought every basic beige item in existence, and assembled the exact same room. Copy. Paste.
These spaces are on their way out as people begin to embrace more contrast, depth, and richness in 2026. Colour is cool—it’s a cool-girl thing. Beige? Well…it’s more vanilla than vanilla.
Boho…More Like Noho
Boho is another trendy interior design style that I feel is starting to look dated in 2026. To me, it gives strong “live, laugh, love” energy—and while there’s absolutely nothing wrong with living, laughing, and loving, having that sentiment plastered on your wall somehow delivers the opposite effect.
I think where boho went wrong is that it started as a cool, hipster aesthetic, but then every new-age café in every major city adopted some version of it. Once a style becomes overdone, it inevitably starts to fade out.
Boucle Fabric
Sorry, but bouclé fabric is overdone, and it’s starting to look a bit dated. I’m honestly tired of seeing it everywhere. It’s beginning to feel cheap, and I think it’s time we start decorating with new, fresh fabrics instead.
Industrial Interior Design
Honestly, I think the industrial style is starting to fade as people gravitate toward designs with more refined edges and softer, more feminine elements. The industrial look feels overdone at this point.
Much like boho, it seems as though every downtown brewery in a metropolitan city adopted some version of industrial design—and when a style becomes that ubiquitous, it naturally starts to lose its appeal.
While I wouldn’t say industrial design is a complete write-off in 2026, I don’t think it’s having its moment anymore. Instead, people are leaning toward styles that introduce contrast and opposing elements—mixing softness with structure, and warmth with edge.
2026 Home Trends In a Nutshell
Overall, the 2026 home trends tell us people are gravitating toward warmer wall colours, bold statement stone, and small, intricate details in upholstery. White oak and oak woods continue to dominate, alongside design styles such as Art Deco, Japandi, and Organic Modern. There’s a clear shift away from harsh, cold styles with little warmth or curb appeal—and cool tones, in particular, are being left behind.
My advice when it comes to interior design is simple: experiment. See what truly speaks to you. I’ve been every hair colour under the sun, only to realize I’m happiest with my natural shade. Personal style and design are very much the same—we evolve, we change, and our preferences shift as we try new things and discover what really feels like home.
Let me know in the comments which design trends you plan on implementing!
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