8 Furniture Trends That Will Be Everywhere in 2026, According to Designers

Home trends are fun at best, but exclusionary at worst, and something you might fear will feel outdated once the year goes by.

But that’s what’s most exciting about 2026’s furniture trends: It seems that, more than ever, there’s a movement towards homes that feel personal and unique to the people living in them, as opposed to blanket trends.

We tapped three interior designers who have fascinating insights into what furniture trends you can expect to see all next year (and likely beyond).

Tactile Materials

Next year, you’ll notice an uptick in furniture that feels nice to touch, from chenille and velvet textures to cotton and linen materials with textures woven in to rough stone surfaces. This could be in the form of a large, central piece, like a couch, or smaller furniture items such as poufs and side tables.

“These finishes bring warmth, depth, and a sense of permanence, which makes furniture feel integral to the room rather than fading into the background,” says interior designer Ashley Rose Walsh.

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Character-Driven Furniture

Another exciting trend is character-driven furniture. This refers to items that are chosen purely on what best exemplifies your personal tastes and interests.

“We’re seeing an embrace of eclectic individuality—spaces that break away from Eurocentric norms of minimalism or restraint,” says interior designer Anngelica Mohabir. “The shift is toward interiors that tell your story unapologetically, using a mix of cultural influences, tactile finishes, and soulful palettes.”

Outdated trends, like matching furniture sets, will be replaced with complementary combinations instead. Rooms will focus more on mixing old and new, heirlooms and modern finds.

“This layered approach celebrates individuality and authenticity, creating interiors that tell a story and feel distinctly personal,” says Walsh.

Curved, Organic Shapes

One trend that’s seeing a resurgence is curved furniture and its soft, fluid silhouettes. Interior designer Stacy Garcia says that these ’70s-inspired shapes are coming through a modern lens.

“We’re seeing a clear move away from rigid, boxy silhouettes toward pieces with curves, flow, and a sense of ease,” she says. “What’s different this time is the warmth. Instead of the cool, sleek finishes of the past, these reimagined classics are dressed in earthy tones, plush fabrics, and tactile materials.”

She says this will come through in curved sofas, statement accents, low-slung chairs, sculptural furniture, and pieces that feel like they’re wrapping you in a hug.

“Curves naturally feel welcoming and human, while natural materials bring us closer to the outdoors and add a sense of calm,” Garcia adds.

Emotional Color Stories

The color of furniture is also getting a personal twist this coming year.

Mahbir says to expect “color stories that reflect emotion rather than trend, with deeper tones that ebb and flow with your moods—calm mornings, moody afternoons, sensual evenings.”

She also points out that this is a general theme for what we can expect in 2026. From character-full furniture to emotion-driven color palettes, it all relates back to who you are as an individual.

You’ll find this through layers of complementary colors, warm tones, and more generally, colors that make you feel a certain way, whether that’s peaceful, energized, or focused.

“People are craving spaces that ground them, that offer comfort and authenticity,” Garcia says.

Wood With Visible Grain

Not only can you expect to see dark, warm woods continuing to show up in homes in 2026, but furniture items and structural components that show the grain and the “imperfections” of the wood as well, which are unique and again, add character to a space.

“Expect to see natural finishes—woods with visible grain, textured fabrics, and mixed materials like wood paired with stone or metal,” says Garcia.

Some nice ways to incorporate this trend are through coffee and side tables, accent chairs, accented panels, and cabinets or hutches.

Bold Textiles

If you’re burnt out on neutral materials and upholstery that’s white, beige, or gray, you’ll be happy to hear that next year is bringing much more exciting colors and patterns with it.

“[We’ll see] textiles that are geometric and bold, sparking nostalgia for a pattern or texture you encountered on a meaningful trip,” says Mohabir.

This is a perfect trend to embrace if you’ve been looking around for a piece that feels more interesting and unique to you. Consider a chair, a chaise longue, an upholstered stool, or even a funky bed frame.

Dark Finishes

Breezy, bright hues have their place, but pale neutrals will be stepping to the side for a moment as we embrace the coziness that deeper shades have to offer. This will specifically show up in paint colors and furniture next year.

“People are craving richness and personality. Darker finishes add character and comfort, while the collected aesthetic reflects a broader shift toward sustainability and meaningful design,” Walsh says.

She says options like walnut and smoked oak will be popular, as will high-gloss lacquer on top of darker paint shades. It’s the perfect way to add depth to a room in a way that’s warm and welcoming.

Well-Crafted Furniture Items

Quality and a high level of skill are becoming requirements for furniture shoppers in the coming year, more so than usual.

“There’s a growing appreciation for furniture that feels crafted and tactile, not overly polished or manufactured,” Garcia says. “We want our spaces to tell a story, and that story often starts with the furniture pieces we choose.”