Bold Color Might Be Topping Design Trends, but Leanne Ford Says Neutrals Aren’t Going Anywhere – Here’s How the Designer Is Bringing the Classics Into 2026

Living room with white shiplap walls, French doors, white beamed ceiling, wooden floor, a wooden console underneath the window, a metal armchair with a chunky knit throw on top and a leather sofa.

While all-neutral schemes were once the epitome of chic, we're now in a design world where color and character are reigning. From rich jewel tones to earthy hues, 2026 color trends might be filled with warmer, more vibrant hues, but interior design master Leanne Ford is sticking with the classics this year.

Known for her curated design style that embraces organic textures, warm neutral tones, and vintage accents, in an exclusive interview with Homes & Gardens, Leanne explains that there will always be room for fresh white paint (stay tuned for her favorite) paired with plenty of layered, lived-in details.