Emotional design, statement surfaces, and personal expression top the trend list
E by Emser Tile, a luxury tile brand recognized for its curated collections, craftsmanship, and elevated approach to interior design, has unveiled its 2026/27 interior design trend forecast, which highlights a shift toward emotionally driven spaces, expressive surfaces, and intentional luxury.
“We’re seeing a shift away from interiors that simply look beautiful and toward spaces that create a feeling,” said Carly Ghodsian, Product Design & Curator of E by Emser Tile. “Designers are using texture, dimension, and materiality in much more intentional ways to evoke emotion and tell a story. The details that once played a supporting role are now becoming the focal point.”
Design directions influencing interiors for late-2026 into 2027 include:
- Emotional design: A well-designed space sets a mood, and tactile surfaces, dimensional materials, and bold designs help create engaging environments.
- Nature, reimagined: While organic inspiration remains influential, its presence is more refined and elevated. Rather than rustic imitation, there is a gravitation toward natural textures and tonal warmth seen through a modern luxury lens.
- Texture and light become architectural elements: Statement walls and dimensional surfaces continue to bring spaces to life, and tile is increasingly being used to amplify the depths and shadows that create movement.
- Pattern replaces decoration: Designers are integrating bold patterns and surface geometry directly into the architecture of the home, and decorative surfaces are becoming focal points that define a room’s identity.
- Authenticity matters more than ever: Artisanal variation and subtle imperfection are valued for the warmth and authenticity they offer, and consumers continue to value materials that feel human, tactile and unique.
- Wellness and personal expression drive luxury buying: The psychology of luxury is shifting consumer priorities toward wellness, comfort, intentional investment, and artistic self-expression. Homes are becoming more personalized and experience-driven, with surfaces playing a central role in shaping that identity.
These design themes can be seen across E by Emser Tile’s portfolio through expressive textures, layered finishes, and contemporary interpretations of natural materials designed for both residential and commercial environments. Consumers and design professionals can explore many of these collections firsthand at E by Emser Tile Authorized Dealer retail partners across the United States.
About Emser Tile
Established in 1968 and headquartered in Los Angeles, Emser Tile is a leading designer, marketer, and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone. With a focus on unparallelled service and a dynamic selection of products, Emser is one of the most comprehensive sources for interior and exterior products that include porcelain, ceramic, metal, glass, quarry, decorative accents and mosaics, cut-to-size stone, setting materials, and custom manufactured products made to clients’ specifications. Its products are designed for both residential and commercial projects, and Emser’s nationwide locations, plus four state-of-the-art distribution centers and over 3 million square feet of warehousing space, combine national presence with local service.
