Boucle, beige, and cream upholstery were all the rage for the first half of the 2020s, but in 2026, homeowners are seeking spaces that feel warmer and more cocooning. However, rather than completely reinventing the wheel, we're returning to minimalist looks that were popular in the '90s and early 2000s. Nicholas Cage's former Las Vegas home office presents the perfect example.
Nick purchased the Spanish Hills home in 2006 and sold it in 2010, meaning that its design falls into the ideal range for revival. The look of the office is a wood-drenched wonder. From built-in wooden shelves to a wooden desk and wooden floors, it revels in the naturally textured material.
Old-world details like an ammonite fossil, the window, and black leather chairs give the room a historic feel. Rather than looking truly antique, the space has a 2000s-does-early-20th-century glamor.
The materials speak for themselves, inspiring tapping into the warm minimalism trend in 2026. To better understand this shift, let's dive into Nicholas Cage's home office. I curated an edit of products to make it easy to recreate his look, and spoke with designers about the shift away from quiet luxury into this cozier style.
Recreate Nicholas's Look at Home
This wooden desk feels inspired by midcentury furniture with its long, slender legs and distinct drawers. Simply place it in your work-from-home space and decorate it with vintage decor.
This boxier – though still streamlined – seat reads more like a proper accent chair than a classic desk chair. Ideal if you like the minimalist look but want a cozier home office setup.
Sturdy and versatile, this wood case is a booklover's home essential. If you have an unused corner in your home office or living room, this piece is ideal for giving it a new life, it's the perfect freestanding alternative to build in shelves.
This flatweave rug is made of 100% polyester in the style of an old-world Persian rug. Available in several sizes for convenient use in any room, especially beside a wooden desk like in Nick Cage's home.
Nothing adds more old world charm to a home office than a real fossil. This one comes with a stand for an easy to display twist.
If you love a light, subtle look, these sheer woven curtains are a super versatile choice. They let the sunshine pour in while adding just enough softness to make a space feel warm and inviting, and will go with any scheme.
As the beige trend fades, homeowners are looking for a more timeless take on minimalism. Warm woods, dark leathers, and heritage details, as seen in Nicholas Cage's home office, are the perfect place to start. 'Now that there is a shift from "quiet luxury" to "warm minimalism," it shows that there is an appetite for materials that look luxurious and also last a long time,' explains Jamie Winspear, Design Expert at Oak by Design.
He continues: 'Adding materials such as Solid timber, natural stone, and plaster brings a level of weight and tactile feeling that you simply can’t replicate with their synthetic alternatives. You’ll notice it in how a door closes, how a surface feels under your hand, how light moves across a wall.'
Decorating with wood is perhaps the easiest way to tap into the warm minimalist look timelessly. Built-ins, like in Nick Cage's home, are a great place to start.
Jamie advises: 'The materials that hold their appeal are the ones that age the best. Oak darkens slightly, brass will soften, lime plaster takes on its own character, and also helps to improve the air. They don’t look outdated and worn after a few years, as in those few years, they have deepened and added a sense of permanence to a home.'
Materials that get better with age will always be ideal for creating a warm minimalist scheme in your home. Whether your inspiration is from the early 2000s, or further back, you can't go wrong with this look.
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