2026 Design Trends.
Lets take a look at trends that will define 2026 interior design, enhancing the way we live and curate our homes. It is every year that the BlueGrape Staging team asks this question - what stays, goes and what’s new. As we strategize and plan our inventory we look for what is it that cannot just look good but can also make buyers really invest in understanding and exploring the home. As we head to the design market in Vegas and get custom pieces produced globally, looking at the trends which will define design is a must. So here we go 2026 design trends!
Warm spaces (not stark)
While neutrals roar loud still and we will see neutral pieces coming to life, there has been a shift towards tons of warmth which will continue into 2026. Think warm textures, nubby area rugs, tactile finishes and just creating the whole aura of a warm space designed for humans.
From a staging perspective this just feels calming, warm and photographs beautifully.
2. Moody Vibes and Grounded Palettes
Color in 2026 when used is rich, grounded and calming without feeling loud. We shall see a lot of olives, terracota, warm browns, balanced with neutrals. People may feel a little open to color in their spaces with wallpaper and paint as they design livable homes with intention. When it comes to the staging world color is used lightly but we will see the same reflected with artwork, curated accents and more.
2025: Light beige, greige, soft whites
2026: Olive, clay, warm brown, soft charcoal will also make an appearance with soft whites and ivory.
““In 2026 staging and presenting homes luxuriously isn’t about just following trends—it’s about presenting a home in a way that feels timeless, elevated, and emotionally compelling for buyers.””
3. Statement stone
We are seeing a move to statement stone when used on countertops has a story and drama to it. Stone now has rich, amber colors, texture and dramatic veining that can make many go wow when they enter a home. Material such as high resistance sintered stone, dramatic marble, patinated material such as zinc, bronze, redefined quartz, terrazo stone will continue to be used in many different ways.
4. Soft geometry, curves and architectural flow,
There is just something about architectural flow and design which is not yet going back to the hard lines era. The most contemporary homes still aspire for soft lines, curves and arched doorways. So there goes the curated soft sofa, chairs with design that is not a box or rectangle and many soft turns, curves in design yet making it warm and comfortable.
Softness in architecture and furniture design will continue
5. Blurring indoor outdoor lines
Humankind is truly aspiring to live in harmony with nature. And that means plants, sustainability and nature integrated into the home will continue. Rattan, jute and textured material will all be forms of feeling in sync with the outdoors. Outdoor furniture will not be drab and boring. Innovation in durability blended with warmth, style and statement pieces continues to make a mark in outdoor furniture.
