Design Trends

27 articles

A modern, well-organized kitchen featuring innovative storage tools and contemporary design elements, bathed in natural light.
Organization

New organizing tools and design trends for home storage

Wirecutter recommends over 30 distinct organizing items for small kitchens, a conclusion from extensive research by The New York Times .

Layla Quinn·June 28, 2026
A bright and airy modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and abundant natural light, showcasing a high-value renovation.
Home Improvement

Bright Airy Kitchen Renovation Trends Elevate Home Value

Homes with white kitchens sell for an average of $4,650 more than expected, according to a Zillow study .

Mason Clarke·June 23, 2026
A dark, modern kitchen with open shelving and matte black finishes, appearing uninviting to potential buyers.
Home Improvement

Homeowner Kitchen Upgrade Regrets Revealed

A homeowner in Seattle spent $75,000 on a kitchen remodel featuring open shelving and a dark, matte black aesthetic, only to list their home two years later.

Mason Clarke·June 13, 2026
Elegant living room with a mix of classic and modern furniture, bathed in natural light, embodying stylish and comfortable living.
Living

4 Trending Interior Design Brands for Stylish Living Spaces

During Design Week 2026, Poliform chose the 18th-century Baroque landmark Palazzo Clerici to unveil its new collections, turning a product launch into a grand cultural event.

Clara Whitmore·June 5, 2026
A warm and inviting living room featuring soft textures, personal touches, and natural materials, embodying the emotional design trend.
Living

Emotional Design Trend: From Austere Interiors to Approachable Spaces

In 2026, homes are shedding the cool, ultra-controlled minimalism of the past decade, opting instead for spaces defined by warmth, tactility, softness, and personality.

Clara Whitmore·June 3, 2026
A chic guesthouse living room featuring a statement wavy mirror, embodying the latest luxury interior design trends inspired by hospitality.
Living

Luxury Guesthouses Inspire Home Design Trends Beyond Instagram

A specific 'wavy' mirror, first popularized in a high-end guesthouse in Mallorca, saw a 300% surge in online searches for 'home decor' within six months of its viral appearance on social media, accord

Clara Whitmore·May 29, 2026
A modern kitchen designed for functionality, showcasing an adaptable workstation instead of a traditional island, with ample open space.
Home Improvement

Kitchen islands lose appeal as new design priorities emerge

In a surprising reversal, recent data from the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) reveals a 15% decrease in client requests for new kitchen islands in 2023 compared to the previous year.

Clara Whitmore·May 23, 2026
A modern living room showcasing a large abstract fine art painting as a central design element, illustrating the seamless integration of art into home decor.
Decor

Fine art and design integration will redefine home decor by 2026.

Forget the fear of commitment when hanging art: small nails are your best friend, easily patched with spackling paste when it's time for a change.

Clara Whitmore·May 19, 2026
A beautifully decorated living room featuring a textured wool bouclé sofa, highlighting timeless interior design and durable materials.
Home Improvement

Timeless Home Design: Trends Meet Enduring Materials

A standard decorative wool bouclé, boasting 15,000 to 25,000 Martindale rubs, quietly outlasts countless fleeting design trends, offering a testament to enduring quality.

Clara Whitmore·May 14, 2026
A sophisticated kitchen interior showcasing dark wood cabinets and a marble countertop, embodying the 2026 trend for natural, character-rich materials.
Home Improvement

Designers Favor Dark Woods for 2026 Home Renovations

Interior designers are growing tired of quartz countertops, viewing them as overly perfect and lacking the natural character of materials like marble, according to Homes and Gardens .

Ethan Rowe·May 14, 2026
A split living room scene showing a popular past decor style contrasted with a minimalist future style, symbolizing rapid trend obsolescence.
Living

Fall 2026 Home Trends Analysis Reveals Rapid Style Obsolescence

Forget your jewel-toned velvet sofa and button-tufted Chesterfield: top designers are already declaring eight popular home decor styles, including all-over Midcentury Modern, definitively out for Fall

Clara Whitmore·May 8, 2026
A beautifully styled living room showcasing the warmth and character of vintage decor elements mixed with modern touches.
Living

Why Vintage Decor Is Preferred Over Modern Styles

Searches for 'brooch styling' are up an astonishing 500% year over year, indicating an unexpected embrace of historical aesthetics in 2026 interior design.

Clara Whitmore·May 7, 2026
A glamorous Art Deco living room with geometric patterns, jewel tones, and metallic accents, bathed in sunlight.
Decor

What is Art Deco Interior Design and Why Is It Back?

Despite being a century-old style, leading designers predict a significant Art Deco revival is imminent, poised to sweep through homes by 2026.

Clara Whitmore·May 6, 2026
A luxurious 2026 kitchen blending modern design with vintage elements, featuring a restored antique range and minimalist cabinetry.
Home Improvement

Luxury Home Renovation Trends Shape 2026 Design

In a surprising twist for 2026, luxury kitchens are increasingly featuring vintage units.

Ethan Rowe·May 3, 2026
Avant-garde outdoor furniture designs displayed in a sun-drenched, elegant courtyard setting at Milan Design Week 2026, emphasizing luxury and innovation.
Living

Chic Outdoor Furniture Designs Debut at Milan Design Week 2026

While 316,000 visitors flocked to Salone del Mobile.

Clara Whitmore·April 30, 2026
Sleek, charcoal-colored heated concrete sofa in a modern outdoor living space, bathed in warm sunlight, showcasing luxury and comfort.
Outdoor

New Concrete Outdoor Furniture Design Trends For 2026

A heated concrete sofa in charcoal can command $3,950, according to Terra Outdoor .

Mason Clarke·April 29, 2026
Ultra-modern luxury kitchen featuring sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, marble countertops, and a statement pendant light.
Decor

Luxury Home Renovation Trends Embrace High-End Design Innovations

A luxury kitchen renovation in the D.

Clara Whitmore·April 29, 2026
A stylish and sustainable living room renovation showcasing preserved paneling and eco-friendly design choices, bathed in natural light.
Home Improvement

Designers reveal how to reduce home renovation carbon footprint

Instead of tearing down, designers are now proving that a home's existing paneling or millwork can be the most sustainable and stylish starting point for a modern renovation.

Clara Whitmore·April 26, 2026
An artistically crafted meditation chair woven from human hair, presented as a high-concept art piece in a dimly lit studio.
Decor

Human Hair Furniture is the Divisive Decor Trend You Need to See

A 23-year-old artist from Bromsgrove spent two months collecting human hair from barbers and friends – including one man's back – to weave a meditation chair that cost nearly £2,000 to make.

Clara Whitmore·April 25, 2026
A modern living room elegantly decorated with timeless vintage pieces like a Murano glass chandelier and 1960s mushroom lamps, creating a warm and sophisticated ambiance.
Decor

Top 5 Timeless Vintage Decor Pieces Interior Designers Love

Interior designers are increasingly turning to decades-old Murano glass and 1960s mushroom lamps.

Clara Whitmore·April 23, 2026
A sophisticated exhibition at Milan Design Week 2026 featuring Fendi Baguette bags and modern furniture, highlighting the intersection of luxury fashion and design.
Living

Milan Design Week 2026 Showcases Luxury Fashion and Immersive Experiences

At Milan Design Week 2026, Fendi is re-releasing its iconic Baguette bag in 20 distinct styles, with six exclusive to the city, underscoring how luxury fashion increasingly dictates design trends, acc

Clara Whitmore·April 23, 2026
A vintage Murano glass mushroom lamp glowing under a spotlight in a cluttered thrift store aisle, symbolizing unique designer finds.
Decor

Top 12 Thrift Store Finds Interior Designers Seek in 2026

At a recent high-end design fair, a Murano glass mushroom lamp, originally a thrift store find, commanded more attention than newly commissioned bespoke furniture.

Clara Whitmore·April 23, 2026
Elegant display at Milan Design Week 2026 featuring intricate craftsmanship, functional art pieces, and a hint of Ai Weiwei's silk installation.
Decor

Milan Design Week 2026 Highlights Craft and Functional Home Art

Milan Design Week 2026 features Ai Weiwei presenting a site-specific installation.

Clara Whitmore·April 22, 2026
A luxurious and modern bathroom in Decatur, Georgia, showcasing a freestanding tub, large-format tiles, and integrated smart home technology for a spa-like feel.
Home Improvement

Heritage Bath Studio Reveals 2026 Decatur Bathroom Remodeling Trends

In Decatur, 2026 bathroom remodeling requests overwhelmingly focus on freestanding bathtubs, large-format tile, and integrated smart home technology.

Clara Whitmore·April 14, 2026
A modern, bright kitchen renovation with a family enjoying the space, symbolizing the regional home remodeling boom across key US markets.
Home Improvement

New Data Shows Regional Home Remodeling Boom in Key Markets

Demand for home remodeling is surging in key markets from Texas to California. New data points to a boom in bathroom, kitchen, and ADU projects as homeowners invest in upgrading their current properties.

Ethan Rowe·April 7, 2026
A luxurious, modern bathroom with a freestanding white tub, large walk-in shower, and elegant vanity, showcasing the high-end renovations popular among Plano homeowners.
Home Improvement

Plano Homeowners Drive Surge in Bathroom Remodeling Demand

A significant surge in demand for bathroom remodeling is underway, with homeowners prioritizing comfort and value. Here's what's driving the trend.

Ethan Rowe·April 7, 2026
A vibrant maximalist living room featuring a velvet sofa, botanical wallpaper, layered textiles, and shelves filled with diverse art and decor, showcasing the trend.
Decor

The Maximalism Decor Market Shift: A Data-Driven Analysis of Bold Interiors

For years, minimalism reigned supreme. Now, a detailed maximalism decor market shift data analysis reveals a powerful resurgence of bold, expressive, and deeply personal interiors.

Clara Whitmore·April 5, 2026