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There\u2019s no denying we\u2019ve been leaning into all the color, patterns, and accessories, turning our homes into uniquely layered and personality-forward havens<\/a>. But Leah Hook, founder and principal designer of Gray Oak Studio<\/a> in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, urges homeowners not to go overboard.<\/p>\n \u201dThis trend, especially for young families who live in a naturally layered home thanks to all the accessories that young children and pets bring to life, will feel overwhelming sooner rather than later,\u201d she warns. \u201cWe don\u2019t need to swing back to the extremely simple, clean, white interiors that were in favor for so long, but there is a happy medium.\u201d<\/p>\n The designer suggests creating a personalized space using pieces that feel special to you, but skipping the generic ones you might find at your local chain home decor superstores.<\/p>\n 2. Trend-Driven Architecture<\/p>\n Kristen David, founder and principal designer of David Design Group<\/a>, says the social media-dominated styles like modern farmhouse<\/a>, European cottage<\/a>, or any number of trending architectural styles in between, are a surefire way to put a timestamp on your home.<\/p>\n Instead, lean into home styles that are unique to your area, climate, history, and environment, she says. \u201cArchitecture and interior design decisions with roots tend to age far more gracefully than design based on a hashtag.\u201d<\/p>\n Credit: David A. Land<\/p>\n 3. Sage Green<\/p>\n Muted greens<\/a> have had their moment in the sun, whether on cabinetry, exterior siding, or splashed all over our walls, but Elizabeth Valkovics, founding principal at Batten Court Design<\/a> in Pinehurst, North Carolina, says the sun is setting on this color trend. \u201cConsider more timeless alternatives like rich olive greens<\/a> or warm ochres,\u201d she suggests. \u201cThese are less trendy and evoke more of a timeless appeal.\u201d<\/p>\n 4. Overly-Styled Bookshelves<\/p>\n \u201cThe concept of creating a rainbow wall of books<\/a> or heaven forbid, fake books to simply decorate your shelves is, well, dare I say, atrocious,\u201d says Valkovics. \u201cFill your book shelves with books you actually read and interest you.\u201d<\/p>\n Placement should vary, with books stacked both horizontally and vertically. Complement them with antiques, framed photos, and other meaningful accessories, she suggests. \u201cAbove all, know that it shouldn\u2019t scream \u2018don\u2019t touch!\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n 5. Taj Mahal Quartzite<\/p>\n One type of quartzite has been dominating countertops, but Hooks says it\u2019s time for a change. \u201cTaj Mahal quartzite came on so fast and so strong, it\u2019s been absolutely everywhere, and it already feels \u2018been there done that\u2019 because of the widespread obsession,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n Instead, the designer suggests skipping the preconceived notions and finding a natural stone that uniquely appeals to you rather than feeling tied to just one type of quartzite. \u201cGo to the stoneyard, touch, feel, and enjoy all the natural beauty, and find something that you truly fall in love with.\u201d<\/p>\n Related: The Pros and Cons of Common Kitchen Countertop Materials<\/a><\/p>\n Credit: Kim Cornelison<\/p>\n 6. Tulip Light Fixtures<\/p>\n \u201cWe are seeing hyperfeminine spaces by way of color (think mauve, pink, and powder blue), floral pattern overload, and scalloped edges on everything,\u201d says Hooks. The designer believes the current tulip light fixture popularity<\/a> is a product of our fixation on feminine decor. \u201cWe love all of these design elements, but believe that abundance of any one style or element ultimately time stamps a space or pulls it into a niche that may (or may not) stand the test of time.\u201d<\/p>\n Alternatively, the designer advises balance. In each space, look for ways to incorporate both masculine and feminine elements, as well as some neutral decor. This blend will create an experience and aesthetic that has more staying power than spaces designed around one or the other.<\/p>\n 7. High-Volume and High-Contrast Spaces<\/p>\n High-volume spaces (think soaring ceilings and bold architectural elements), along with high-contrast spaces<\/a> (a palette of white, black, and wood elements), are showing signs of age. Designer Brittney Blanton of B. Blanton Design<\/a> says she believes these trends, often used in luxury new builds, will start to fall out of favor as we near the end of 2026.<\/p>\n Thinking through scale, how ceiling heights can serve each space, and softer color palettes that create more atmosphere within rooms will continue to gain traction. \u201cWe\u2019re seeing a shift toward cozier spaces that feel cohesive with the rest of the space and overall design of the house, versus tall ceilings<\/a> for the sake of tall ceilings,\u201d she explains.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"Credit:](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/80ae1326-a2e1-4c8e-86a4-a2b6e0fb5d55.jpg\"\/)
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