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Looking Ahead: 5 Interior Design Trends for 2026
As we move toward the end of 2025, the world of interiors is already looking ahead to the trends that will shape our homes in 2026.
From warm, inviting tones to spaces designed with our beloved pets in mind, the coming year promises a balance of personality, comfort, and creativity. Here are five key trends we predict will be the ones to watch.
Warm tones
Say goodbye to cold neutrals and embrace warmth. Terracotta and red, soft browns, buttery yellows, and nuanced, grounding shades are set to dominate walls, creating inviting, cosy interiors.
These colours bring a sense of comfort and calm to living spaces, and when layered with complementary textures, they provide a rich, immersive backdrop for furniture, accessories, and bespoke tilework.
Field Mouse Brown from our Contemporary Classics collection forms a cosy, neutral backdrop in this kitchen, whilst the plaster pink tones of Isles Uist brings charm and warmth to the kitchen of Christabel Biella.
Layers and texture
2026 is about being bold with colour, pattern, and texture. Layering materials—from soft linens to patterned rugs, woven throws, and tactile wall coverings—creates depth and personality in a space.
This trend encourages homeowners to experiment fearlessly, blending unexpected textures and patterns to make interiors that are uniquely theirs.
New for 2025, Charleston Red from our Bloomsbury collection has been used in this pantry, combining glossy tiles, intricate William Morris wallpaper and luxurious curtains and linens.
Natural materials
Wood, clay, stone: natural materials are continuing to take centre stage.
From handcrafted ceramic tiles to exposed timber beams and stone surfaces, these materials bring authenticity and grounding into the home. They provide a tactile, sensory experience that enhances the warmth and character of any interior.
Our 11x11cm rustic tile collections are made using hand-pressed terracotta, creating a surface that is rich with texture and interest - no two are the same, we say that they are 'perfectly imperfect.' Pictured are square Ullswater Willow tiles and skinny metro Kennet Winterbourne tiles.
Authentic terracotta and wood effect porcelain tiles bring the beauty of natural materials into your home with the durability and ease of porcelain.
Inside-out living
As our climate warms, outdoor living becomes ever more important. Homes are extending beyond their walls to create dining, cooking, and lounging spaces that mirror our interior style.
By using coloured glaze tiles, outdoor-appropriate paints, and weatherproof art and textiles, these outdoor spaces can become a true extension of the home—bringing personality and comfort to the garden, patio, or balcony.
Isles Raasay tiles used to create a rustic outdoor kitchen and bar, bringing the joy of cooking and eating together out into the garden.
Pet-focused design
Our pets are no longer just companions; they are family. Interiors are adapting to accommodate them with built-in dog showers, dedicated cat lounging areas, and thoughtfully designed pet zones that are both beautiful and functional. Clever storage solutions for food, toys, and accessories help integrate pets seamlessly into the home without compromising style.
A tiled dog shower using tiles from The White Hart collection took centre stage in the Sims Hilditch 'Courtyard Room' at WOW!house 2025. Alongside, Roxanne from @Vincentthehouse integrated a dog bed in her new kitchen, featuring our Soho SoEmerald tiles.
In 2026, we predict interiors becoming even more personal, tactile, and reflective of our lifestyles.
From embracing warmth and texture to integrating the outdoors and designing for our four-legged family members, these trends show that thoughtful design can be both practical and profoundly personal.
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