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Livingetc
James Cunningham

5 Design Trends That Will Feel Outdated in 2026, and the Tweaks That'll Save Them

Bedroom with plaster walls with niche behind the bed, side table with glass vase with branches, and gray headboard with checkered bedcover.

It’s natural at this time of year to think about what the next one will bring, especially for our homes. As many of us are ensconced inside and retreating from the cold weather, it’s a perfect time to plan upcoming decorating projects and consider which design switches are worth making in 2026.

That’s where the latest interior design trends come into play, as the best design minds know that it’s always about looking forward and not back. Rather than flicking through photos saved on your phone back in February or revisiting a Pinterest board last edited in early summer, it’s time to think about what’s next. What delighted you six months ago, after all, might have since become dated.

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