Design Trends

Sculpting an Immersive Bedroom: How to use exaggerated silhouettes and full-wall installations to reshape the atmosphere of today's bedrooms.

A designers look at how warmth, craft, and character take center stage as interiors continue their shift toward personality-driven design. If 2025 marked a collective return to warmth and individuality, then 2026 is the year those ideas deepen and mature. We’re not witnessing a dramatic pivot so much as a continuation — a natural evolution away from stark minimalism and toward homes that feel richer, fuller, and far more personal.

Cozy design is more than aesthetic; it’s sensory, emotional, even instinctual. It’s the flicker of candlelight against a plaster wall, the weight of a throw across your lap, the scent of something warm and familiar drifting through the air. From autumn’s golden hues to winter’s calm whites, it’s about designing with feeling.

British Colonial was once a widely embraced aesthetic, but the language around it has grown complicated and outdated. My British Tropical redefinition keeps the essence and through incorporating some of its key design elements (natural ventilation, breathable textiles, rattan, tropical hardwoods, botanicals, antiques and more) and shows how the style can fit gracefully into today’s trends such as California / Mediterranean living, biophilic fresh infusions, and traditional ec

Step into a well-designed room and there’s often one unexpected moment that pulls you in. Not the chandelier or the curated coffee table books—but a feeling. A shift in tone. A flash of something familiar, reimagined. That’s the power of pink right now.

Step into a room where color isn’t just a backdrop—it’s the atmosphere, the architecture, the story. Where the ceiling blushes to match the walls, the trim fades into the shadows, and every surface hums in harmony. This is color drenching. A full-bodied, all-in design move that dissolves the boundaries between background and foreground—inviting you to feel the space before you even register the details.

Maximalism isn’t just a design aesthetic—it’s a way of living with intention, curiosity, and depth. At its core, it celebrates abundance: of color, texture, pattern, and personality. It’s about choosing expression over restraint, story over silence, and richness over reduction.

This year’s most compelling kitchen ideas aren’t just beautiful—they’re rooted in design principles that stand the test of time. From bold marbles and tactile woods to layered metals and softened silhouettes, these are the elements designers are embracing now, and backing for the long haul.

When designed thoughtfully, a home office isn’t just a functional space—it’s a sanctuary. A place of focus, yes, but also of beauty, clarity, and calm.

Step into any thoughtfully designed room and you’ll notice something quietly captivating. It’s not the flash of a bold color or the gleam of a statement chandelier—it’s depth. A sense of richness, nuance, and personality that unfolds as you take in the space. This isn’t just styling. It’s a method. A mindset. And in the design world, it’s known as layering.

Statement sofas are taking center stage in 2025, and we’re here for it. From sculptural silhouettes and jewel-toned velvets to playful stripes and modern twists on traditional forms, this year’s styles are all about blending comfort with character. These aren’t background pieces—they’re the anchor of the room, setting the tone for everything around them. Whether you're leaning retro, refined, or a little unexpected, there's a sofa style that makes the whole space feel intenti