2026 Interior Design: Emotional Homes Blend Calm, Wellness, Rich Maximalism

• Interior design in 2025 focused on emotion, well-being, and a balance between calm, thoughtful spaces and richness/craftsmanship.
• 2026 trends refine these ideas, emphasizing a balance between serenity and character, with a focus on personal and intentional design.
• A key trend is the rise of calm, featuring sophisticated, serene color palettes like pastels, continuing into 2026 with Pantone's 'Cloud Dancer' as Color of the Year.
• Wellness-driven materials, such as hygienic and low-VOC surfaces, gained prominence in 2025 and will continue to grow, linking materials to mood and well-being.
• The return of richness in 2025, moving from minimalism to "meaningful maximalism" in 2026, involves layered surfaces, traditional craftsmanship, and global influences.

Why It Matters: This impacts how you'll design your home for well-being and personal expression.