With the year coming to a close and new beginnings on the horizon, industry experts are looking to partner designers, ceramic and flooring suppliers, and home goods providers to see what’s trending in the market—and what will be out for 2026. Based on client orders, trends seen at recent events and trade shows, as well as data from Pinterest, here’s a look at what’s in store.
What’s In
Colors
“We’re still seeing lots of fresh greens. Colors like celadon, sage, and olive are still popular. For example, our top monthly pin on Pinterest last month featured the Sultana Celeste Green Porcelain Tile in 12”x22”. This tile’s combination of olive green and cream brings natural beauty into the home. There is also lot of interest in warmer neutrals like taupe, greige, and cream rather than stark white. Bold and moody tones are another popular choice!”—Lindsay Fluckiger, Host of Tile Trends x Tile Club
“In residential spaces, there is a shift toward more natural colors. The warm browns and beiges of raw wood evoke sustainability and bring a sense of homeliness. At the same time, demand for classic ‘Scandic’ colors, such as greys and whites, remains strong, helping create a clean, modern aesthetic in contemporary homes. The color of a floor is the foundation of every room. It sets the mood and frames everything placed within the space.” —Hannes Boman, Head of Design at Bjelin
“Pairing bold colors, especially in the kitchen, where bold colors were once reserved for just the appliances as a pop of color. Now, the entire kitchen is being paired with bold hues that bring personalization and style into the home. We’re seeing this with deep purples and blues, deep and vibrant yellows, and teals.” —Shae Wilder, Manager of Designer Relations at BlueStar
“We’re seeing a real shift toward color-drenching bedrooms and multifunctional home offices in a range of warm, comforting tones that fully envelop the space. Whether it’s deep teal, charcoal, or other cozy hues, this approach creates a dramatic, cocoon-like atmosphere that feels intentional, grounded, and luxurious.” —Challie Stillman, Vice President of Creative at Resource Furniture
Materials
“Layered antiques. With curated maximalism’s continued rise throughout 2025 and amid many economic shifts, more homeowners and designers are turning to antiques as their foundation in decorating. A pre-loved, patinaed piece adds instant depth and warmth to a space that you can’t pull out fresh from a box.” —Lauren Andersen, Interiors Photographer & Founder of SEN Creative
“We saw mixed metals starting to rise in 2025, and it’s a trend that isn’t letting up! With that, darker wood tones are having a moment; think walnut.” —Shae Wilder, Manager of Designer Relations at BlueStar
“Nontraditional applications—we’re seeing a lot of creative layering and repurposing in interior design. Curtains aren’t just for windows. You can use pencil-pleat café curtains behind cabinet doors and china cabinets, or skirted drapes to hide appliances. Wallpaper isn’t just for walls—use it on furniture or the ceiling for that color-drenched, cocooning effect that makes a space feel intimate and intentional.” —Sabrina Ramkhelawan, Owner of Yorkville Studio and First Place Winner of the TWOPAGES Design Contest
Patterns
“Prints are absolutely having a moment right now. After years of minimalism, people are craving warmth, character, and a home that tells a story and pattern does that effortlessly. The beauty is that you can start with something small, like window treatments, by paying attention to scale and tone and choosing colors that feel true to your style. When a pattern truly resonates with you, it becomes timeless in your home, no matter the trend cycle.” —Rebecca Hughes, Founder of The Fibery and second place winner of the TWOPAGES Design Contest
“I definitely see prints trending again. Much like interior trends from the ’80s and ’90s, you choose a pattern you love and fill the room with it. The modern take is that we’re curating more by layering prints with textures, mixing vintage and modern, old and new. Once you get clear on how you want a space to feel, you can design with confidence. Start with one piece you genuinely love, use that as your anchor, and build around it. Patterns stop feeling intimidating when they’re a natural expression of your style.” —Sabrina Ramkhelawan, Owner of Yorkville Studio and first place winner of the TWOPAGES Design Contest
What’s Out
Colors
“Cool tone neutrals are being replaced with their warmer counterparts in the kitchen!” —Shae Wilder, Manager of Designer Relations at BlueStar
“Stark white is out. We’re seeing lots of interest in warmer neutrals like taupe, greige, and cream as alternatives.” —Lindsay Fluckiger, Host of Tile Trends x Tile Club
Materials
“While it’s never going completely out of style, white quartz is losing its dominance in kitchens and bath spaces. Homeowners are looking to make a statement in these frequented and highly visible spaces within their homes, moving away from the once-go-to neutral backdrop.” —Lauren Andersen, Interiors Photographer & Founder of SEN Creative
“Stark white and flat gray interiors that feel sterile or characterless are becoming less and less popular. People are increasingly craving warmth, history, and patina in their spaces again.” —Challie Stillman, Vice President of Creative at Resource Furniture
“When I was growing up, it felt like the trend was to strip color and pattern from everything. Everything was grey-beige and neutral. I think part of it was the real estate market—contractors and home flippers were making design decisions based on universal appeal, not personal style. But that mindset bled into other aspects of design, and for a long time, a lot of us were making decisions for our homes based on what the next buyer would want. I love the shift we’re seeing now. People are making their homes truly theirs again—designing for the present moment, not for resale value.” —Sabrina Ramkhelawan, Owner of Yorkville Studio and first place winner of the TWOPAGES Design Contest
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