What are the top home interior trends for 2026?

From slow, character-filled interiors to nostalgic pattern play and cloud-soft colour palettes, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of deeply personal homes. This article explores five key interior trends defining the year ahead and introduces a sixth that ties them all together: scent as an essential layer of home design. Together, they point to a shift towards spaces that feel lived-in, atmospheric and emotionally led.