'Analog living' has been trending since early 2026. The nostalgic trend centers on embracing the tactile through textures and materials to recover the authenticity lost in our overly streamlined, modern homes. For inspiration, Homes & Gardens is looking back in time at spaces curated before everything got so curated. Ringo Starr's perfectly imperfect living room is a wonderful place to start.
The Beatles' drummer was photographed at his Berkshire, England home in 1981, and it perfectly captures the analog spaces trend. Rather than curated perfection, his living room revels in liveable warmth. The drum set is in the middle of the room, and the wooden piano sits against the wall, reflecting his love of music. Abstract paintings on the wall bring style and warmth into the room, and a selection of personal effects on the mantelpiece adds a lived-in feel. The houndstooth sofa rounds out the styling with a quintessentially English vibe, while wooden accents weave it all together.
Ringo's space is clearly a product of slow decorating, rather than an instant makeover. Here's a sneak peek into his space, my curation of products to recreate his look, and plenty of expert commentary on why it works, and how to tap into the analog trend in your own home.
Recreate Ringo's Look at Home
Oversized houndstooth print feels playful yet elevated. I love the idea of layering patterns on this chair with floral and striped pillows for a whimsical look.
Ringo uses abstract art to create interest in his living room, and these pieces from Amazon are a low-lift option to make the space more interesting. They have bright colors to create brilliance in the room.
I can't think of any chicer decor than an antique piano. Ringo uses a wooden one like this to add a sense of history to his space.
This earthy, 100% wood box is both decorative and functional. It's ideal for turning your living room into a design-led, and unique space, like the wooden box on Ringo Starr's mantel.
Though we've been loving patterned curtains recently, Ringo's space shows the power of a solid curtain tone. These gorgeous linen ones are the perfect choice.
A floor lamp with a white shade is the ultimate classic, as seen in Ringo Starr's living room. This one's wavy shade gives it a specially stunning detail.
As Ringo's home shows, imperfection is the key to perfectly mastering this trend. Design expert Shelley Cochrane explains: 'Embracing analogue interiors means celebrating imperfection. Every handmade vase, every vintage find, every piece of furniture worn from use tells a story and gives a home soul. These small irregularities and signs of life create character, reminding us that homes aren’t showrooms, they are lived-in, loved, and layered with memory.'
Ringo evokes this sense through a melange of materials. Magdalena Gierasinska, Design expert at Barker & Stonehouse, elaborates: 'An analog interior delights all the senses. The warmth of polished wood underfoot, the comforting weight of a ceramic mug in your hands, the gentle rustle of linen sheets as you move through a room, all these moments of tactile pleasure connect us to our homes in ways screens never can. It’s the sensory details that make a space feel alive, inviting, and deeply personal.'
Luckily, embracing the look is as simple as taking guidance from your personality and the objects that you love.
Shelley advises: 'To make a home truly analogue, start with the materials you surround yourself with. Timber floors that creak underfoot, hand-thrown ceramics that feel weighty and real in your hand, and woven textiles that invite touch all bring a sense of life and texture that no screen can replicate. It’s in these tangible details, carefully chosen and lovingly maintained, that a home begins to feel grounded, personal, and entirely human.'
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