{"id":128479,"date":"2025-09-08T09:24:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T09:24:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/128479\/"},"modified":"2025-09-08T09:24:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T09:24:13","slug":"6-home-trends-designers-are-quietly-retiring-and-you-should-too","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/128479\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Home Trends Designers Are Quietly Retiring (and You Should, Too!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now that the last quarter of the year is approaching, interior designers have started thinking about the home trends<\/a> they won\u2019t be bringing with them into 2026. So what exactly do the pros see as ready for retirement? I spoke with eight designers from across the country, and they pinpointed six different home trends<\/a> that they feel have run their course.<\/p>\n

If you like something on this list, though, go for it! Your home should reflect your style; these trends are just considered a little less current \u2014 but your comfort and aesthetic preferences should always come first!<\/p>\n

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Credit: Ground Picture\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

All-Beige Everything<\/p>\n

An all-beige monochromatic look can be beautiful, but it\u2019s not always the most soulful way to decorate a space. That\u2019s why designer Charli Hendler, the founder of August Black Interior Design<\/a>, has decided it\u2019s time to give beige a rest in favor of more saturated colors.<\/p>\n

Right now, Hendler is \u201cgravitating toward muted yet richly pigmented tones, layered textures, and striking contrasts,\u201d which are all things that can be achieved by embracing a rainbow of shades. \u201cWhile an all-beige palette can be beautiful, I\u2019m much more drawn to the warmth and depth that comes from a layered approach of mixing tones and creating visual distinction,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Designer Parul Ghei, the founder of Studio Jai<\/a>, is urging her clients to break up with beige, too. \u201cIt can feel flat and soulless when everything blends together,\u201d Ghei says, adding that she\u2019s happy to see more of a mix of \u201clayered neutrals with richer textures, deeper woods, and even moody accent colors.\u201d Building a palette of saturated shades doesn\u2019t have to feel overpowering, though. Make it a point to curate an earthy mix that feels grounded in nature. \u201cIt still feels calm but with more depth and character,\u201d says Ghei.<\/p>\n

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Credit: united photo studio\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

Floral on Floral<\/p>\n

Florals have covered countless sofas, chairs, walls, and pillows over the past few years. Designer Kristina Phillips<\/a>, though, is ready to see these patterns used in more measured doses for 2026 and beyond. \u201cFloral-on-floral-on-floral \u2014 a hallmark of the grandmillennial look \u2014 is starting to lose its luster,\u201d she says. \u201cRooms saturated with competing patterns can feel more chaotic than charming.\u201d<\/p>\n

Print mixing isn\u2019t going anywhere; the key is just to tone it down a bit. \u201cWhat\u2019s next?\u201d says Phillips. \u201cAirier, crisper interiors where color and pattern still play a starring role but with a lighter, more thoughtful hand.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Living<\/p>\n

Credit: KOTOIMAGES\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

Farmhouse Vibes<\/p>\n

Designer Elaine Burns, the founder of Pistachio Designs<\/a>, is moving away from what she calls \u201cthe cookie-cutter farmhouse aesthetic\u201d in her work. By that, she means things like faux exposed beams, burlap, barn doors, and super-distressed finishes. \u201cIt still is very much in the zeitgeist, but for my clients that crave that sort of cozy, lived-in look, I\u2019ve been trying to steer them towards more unique vintage pieces with history and character,\u201d says Burns. \u201cIt definitely makes the design process and rooms feel more special!\u201d<\/p>\n

Consider this your excuse to fire up Facebook Marketplace to continue browsing for all kinds of secondhand goodies. They\u2019ll only make your space feel more special in the long run.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Followtheflow\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

Boucl\u00e9 to the Max<\/p>\n

Remember when boucl\u00e9 took the design world by storm? It popped up on sofas, chairs, pillows, and even beds. Well, this market saturation is starting to shift a bit, and other cozy fabrics are gaining traction. Designer Ariene Bethea, the founder of Dressing Rooms Interiors Studio<\/a>, couldn\u2019t be happier, as she was \u201cnever a fan\u201d of boucl\u00e9 fabric to begin with and is ready to phase it out for good.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile it had its moment, it often felt more like a passing fad than a timeless texture,\u201d says Bethea. \u201cI think it\u2019s time to move on from it and let other materials and finishes have their spotlight.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you still love this nubby texture, that\u2019s OK. Just maybe don\u2019t pair a boucl\u00e9 chair with a boucl\u00e9 pillow. As Bethea notes, plenty of other tactile options exist, and it\u2019s far more fun to mix different fabrics.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Arina P Habich\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

Matte Black Finishes<\/p>\n

Matte black has been blacklisted for hardware in 2026, at least as far as designer Emma Thayer<\/a> is concerned. \u201cI think it\u2019s on the path to being a phased-out trend,\u201d she says. \u201cIts boldness has been a go-to for designers and homeowners who love a high-contrast look, but as tastes shift toward more layered and textured spaces, its stark simplicity can fall flat.\u201d<\/p>\n

Wondering what to pick instead? \u201cOther materials like blackened steel or bronze can offer the same dramatic visual weight as matte black but with a character and depth that create a more unique and interesting kitchen,\u201d Thayer explains.<\/p>\n

\"Kitchen<\/p>\n

Credit: Andrew Angelov\/Shutterstock<\/p>\n

Default Design Choices<\/p>\n

Designer Rebecca Ward<\/a> has noticed people are ready to say goodbye to standard, builder-grade choices throughout the home \u2014 and she\u2019s fully on board with this shift. \u201cWe\u2019re moving away from default choices like stark white ceilings and overly repeated waterfall edges on islands,\u201d says Ward. \u201cClients today want spaces that feel more personal and inviting, so we\u2019re introducing warmer ceiling tones and exploring softer or more unique island details through cabinetry to keep designs fresh and timeless.\u201d<\/p>\n

Designer Jennifer Carter, the founder of Studio Envie<\/a>, agrees, noting that she\u2019s witnessed a similar change. \u201cThese days, we\u2019re helping our clients see the true benefits of making bolder decisions, which are tailored toward their lifestyle and aesthetic preferences,\u201d Carter says.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Carter and many of her design pro peers believe the days of designing homes solely for resale value are over. \u201cThis leads to a more personalized home, fit for each client, and the added bonus is more interesting and unique designs,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n

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