In our previous article about “inspirations and trends which will increase the value of your property”, we wrote about interiors that don’t follow short-lived fashion and about styles that are timeless, elegant and safe from an investment perspective.
Today we’re going one step further, because trends just like the real estate market are constantly changing. More and more, it’s not only about classic aesthetics, but about character, personality and the emotions interiors create.
In the 2026 forecasts we can see a return of colour, playful forms and spaces that show who we are, not only what is currently trendy.
That’s why we looked at directions highlighted as upcoming trends in this year’s Pinterest Predicts 2026 report. These insights are based on real user behaviour and what people are starting to search for in the spaces around them. The platform analyses billions of searches to show what will grow before it becomes mainstream.
In this article, we’ll explore four strong directions that will be very visible in 2026.
What is a trend, and what is a style?
A trend is a direction of change. It shows where people, brands and designers are heading. A trend is not a strict rule. It’s more about moods, needs and aesthetics that appear in many places at the same time.
A style is something more specific. It’s a set of colours, materials, forms and features that together create a consistent interior atmosphere. You can apply a style fully or just be inspired by it in small details.
Listings in focus
1. FunHaus
Home as a space for your passions
This trend says one thing clearly: your interests should be visible.
FunHaus interiors are inspired by the world of passions. It can be music, sport, film, fashion or art. It’s not about chaotic clutter, but about a mature and aesthetic interpretation of what you love.
Key features:
- bold colour accents,
- graphics, posters and collections on display,
- more daring mixes of styles,
- spaces for hobbies, like a music room, gaming zone or creative corner.
FunHaus works especially well in lofts or modern homes with open layouts. Large spaces, high ceilings and strong architecture create the perfect background for art, designer furniture and unusual objects.
In this type of interior, it’s not about everything matching perfectly. It’s about a story. Each element can be a memory, an inspiration or a reference to the owner’s passion. That’s how a home stops being just “nice” and becomes personal and unique.
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2. Neo Deco
Elegance returning in a new form
Neo Deco is a contemporary take on classic Art Déco. It combines deep colours, bold patterns and geometry, creating interiors that allow for self-expression and an artistic interpretation of space.
Characteristic elements:
- rounded furniture forms,
- noble materials like velvet, stone and glass,
- gold and brass, but in a subtle way,
- geometric patterns, calmer than in the past.
This style works very well in premium properties. It adds class and a “stage-like” atmosphere, while still keeping modern functionality. There are strong materials, shine and geometry, but everything remains cohesive and luxurious, not random.
3. Afrohemian Deco
Colour, pattern and freedom
This is one of the most expressive directions. Afrohemian deco combines African influences, boho style and decorative elements. It feels warm, natural and very artistic.
What makes it stand out:
- earthy colours with strong accents
- handmade elements, woven details, natural fabrics ethnic
- patterns and textures
- mixing old with new
This trend creates interiors with soul, spaces that don’t look like a catalogue, but like a place with a story. It works beautifully in properties that already have character or interesting architecture. Interiors feel visually soft, but full of detail. Layering is key, mixing different textures and materials in one space.
Light plays a huge role here. Woven lamps, linen curtains and matte surfaces make the space soft and calm, but never boring. Afrohemian deco is perfect for homes where we want a balance between city life and a need to feel closer to nature. The home becomes a place to rest, but still looks modern and intentional.
4. Extra Celestial
Cosmic calm and light
This trend is more atmospheric. It’s inspired by the sky, space and light.
In practice, it means:
- shimmering surfaces
- soft, diffused light
- rounded, flowing forms
Extra Celestial is more an aesthetic direction than a strict interior style. These are spaces that work with light, shine and a sense of lightness. There’s often one element that feels “from another world”. Stone that looks like a galaxy, textures that resemble a planet’s landscape, or light reflecting from smooth surfaces. The space is calm, bright and elegant, but one detail completely changes how it feels. These interiors stay in your memory because they feel more like an experience than just decoration.
What does this mean for the real estate market?
These trends show one important change. Clients are increasingly looking not only at size and location, but at expressive interiors that build atmosphere.
Now a property should match a lifestyle, give space for self-expression and create a mood not only serve a function.
This doesn’t mean choosing one style and copying it completely. A trend is a direction, not a ready-made instruction.
The best interiors are created when you design them in line with what truly suits you. A home or apartment doesn’t have to look like a Pinterest trend. It should be a place where we feel calm, comfortable and ourselves.
