2026 Interior Design Trends
Who doesn’t love trying something new? Whether you try a cooking class or finally put that trip you’ve been thinking about into motion, the new year is the perfect time for change. This is especially true when it comes to your home’s interiors. Of course, not everyone desires the same level of change. To help you get started, we discuss a few rising interior design trends and how you can incorporate them in a small, medium, or big way:
Trend 1: Wood
Most homes feature a few wood accents here and there. However, wood is taking center stage for homes in 2026 to create a richer, bolder setting. We are expecting to see a rise in darker-toned woods with visible character. This can be reclaimed pieces, distressed detailing, and vintage furniture that help a home feel lived in and cozy, versus staged.
Here’s how we’d bring this trend to life depending on your desired levels of change:
- Small Change: Add Heritance® Wood Shutters from Hunter Douglas to your homes. Featuring beautiful paints and stains for a unique, intriguing look.
- Medium Change: Incorporate wood tones with accent furniture, wall paneling, and/or ceiling beams. This creates an eye-catching change without needing a design overhaul.
- Big Change: Introduce statement wood pieces through wood tables, vintage Brutalist furniture, or reclaimed wood cabinetry. This resets the tone of your home if you’re looking for a big change.
Trend 2: Hand-Painted Tile
Tile is making a big splash in the new year. Homes are becoming more expressive with designs that feel curated. For example, hand-painted tiles, floral designs, and imperfectly shaped elements bring a touch of charm and nostalgia to kitchens and bathrooms.
Here’s how we’d add tiles to homes in varying levels of design demand:
- Small Change: Introduce extra tile through subtle details like a compact backsplash area. Even limited use of hand-painted or decorative tile can bring color, texture, and character into your home.
- Medium Change: Use decorative tile in smaller but more impactful areas, like behind open shelving, along a kitchen wall, or as an accent in a powder room. Mixing tiles with simpler surrounding materials allows the pattern to shine without overwhelming the space.
- Big Change: Commit to a bold tile moment, such as a hand-painted backsplash, a decorative shower wall, or a statement fireplace surround. Floral designs or artist-created tiles instantly become the focal point of a room.
Trend 3: Earthy Color Palettes
Another one of the trends for interior design we’re seeing is earthy colors. This creates a comforting and elegant space. You can go bold with this trend by using chocolate browns and dark greens, or something more subtle like camel and cream. Earthy colors also allow you to play around with contrast, as these neutral hues pair beautifully with pops of color like yellow, blue, and orange.
Here's a few ways to integrate this color into your home:
- Small Change: Add Natural Woven Shades by Alta® Window Fashions to your home. Their artistic weaves and organic materials embrace earthy colors without requiring a design renovation.
- Medium Change: Introduce earthy colors through furniture, upholstery, or accent walls. These colors work especially well on sofas, headboards, or cabinetry.
- Big Change: Commit to a full palette upgrade by color-drenching a room in earthy tones such as deep green or warm caramel. Pair these hues with softer dusty blues or pale powdery hues to create balance.
Interior Design Trends for Homes Near Toledo, Ohio
At the end of the day, the design you love the most is the one to go with in the new year. However, if you’re looking for interior design inspiration (be that a small or big one), we’re here to help. Not sure where to start? We can also help you find the
best shades for Ohio homes.
Be sure to schedule your consultation with our team today. Plus, visit our
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Elden Draperies, Blinds, and Shades is located in Toledo, Ohio, and proudly serves Toledo, Holland, Perrysburg, Sylvania, Oregon, Millbury, Waterville, Bowling Green, Whitehouse, Maumee, Temperance, Lambertville, Curtice, Northwood, Swanton, Blissfield, Berkey, and Metamora, Ohio; and Riga, Michigan.
