2026 ASID Trends Outlook Report

In 2026, interior design enters a year defined by tension and possibility, creativity and constraint, and an urgent desire to find grounding, joy, and truth in a world that feels anything but neutral. The announcement Pantone’s Color of the Year sparked immediate debate becoming a metaphor for the moment: one hue, countless interpretations, and a reminder that design is always deeply human. Explore the trends that are shaping 2026 and how they’re impacting clients, market sectors, and businesses. The Trends Outlook report analyzes evolving patterns in culture, technology, business, and the built environment to interpret the future of interior design. Explore the societal, economic, technological, and cultural factors influencing the design community and its clients, and learn how to anticipate these shifts as designers, manufacturers, and retailers. ASID’s 2026 Trends Outlook report will help you prepare for the future based on the choices of today.