Maximalism

6 articles

A split image contrasting a bold, maximalist living room with a neutral, minimalist living room to illustrate decor choices affecting home resale.
Decor

Expressive Decor Is In, But Can Hurt Home Resale Value

Despite a growing desire for bold, personalized interiors, maximalist design can paradoxically make a home significantly harder to sell later on.

Clara Whitmore·June 8, 2026
A vibrant and richly decorated maximalist living room with velvet furniture, lush plants, and intricate patterned wallpaper.
Decor

Maximalist decor is reclaiming homes, leaving sterile minimalism behind.

After years of decluttering and neutral palettes, homes are now bursting with velvet fabrics, secret garden motifs, and patterns inspired by Gothic novels.

Clara Whitmore·April 20, 2026
A maximalist living room featuring colorful pillows, unique decor items, and a blend of playful patterns and textures, showcasing the Jonathan Adler x Michaels collaboration.
Living

Jonathan Adler and Michaels launch affordable maximalist home line

Pillows from the new Jonathan Adler collection will retail for as little as $40 at Michaels, according to Good Morning America , marking a significant shift in accessible designer home decor.

Clara Whitmore·April 18, 2026
A beautifully curated living room showcasing diverse personal items, art, and textiles, reflecting a rich, layered aesthetic that prioritizes individual storytelling over strict minimalist or maximalist trends.
Decor

Forget Minimalism vs. Maximalism: 2026 Home Decor Is About Personal Storytelling

Is minimalism over? The reported shift in 2026 home decor trends is less a rejection of minimalism and more a deep embrace of personal, layered storytelling in our homes.

Clara Whitmore·April 8, 2026
A peaceful, thoughtfully curated living room with natural light, showcasing a few meaningful objects on a shelf, representing a shift from maximalism.
Decor

Maximalism’s Reign Is Over: Why Your Home Deserves Thoughtful Curation

The 'more is more' philosophy of maximalism is giving way to a more sustainable and soulful approach in home design. Discover how thoughtful curation can create a peaceful, personalized sanctuary that stands the test of time.

Clara Whitmore·April 8, 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