These are the top five decor trends for summer 2026
If your home is in need of an update, you've come to the right place.
From bold shades to earthy tones, this year’s biggest summer looks will transform your home into a personal sanctuary you'll love retreating to at the end of a long day.
Read on to discover our favourite summer décor trends for 2026 and find plenty of inspiration for transforming your space.
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Summer decor trends 2026
Earthy tones
Earthy tones will transform your home into a place of stability and comfort. This trend is all about bringing the calming pleasures of nature indoors – even if your home is in the middle of a bustling concrete paradise.
The main focus of the aesthetic is to replace any stark, harsh or unnatural colours in the home with soothing neutral shades, starting with the walls and ending with earth-toned accessories.
Bring summer warmth indoors this year with rich earthy shades like deep browns, mushroom, and terracotta.
- Discover more expert tips on creating a grounded, inviting home with our article on earth tones.
Green decor
Summer 2026 is clearly all about reflecting the beauty of nature in our homes, with the colour green as another of this year's hottest trends. With matcha being all the rage, it's unsurprising that this shade has made its way into our interiors too.
Add pale pistachio to your home for a fresh and airy look, or opt for a vibrant, zingy matcha for a more energising feel.
And don't forget houseplants! Add plenty of green plants to boost your scheme and your wellbeing.
Colour-maxxing
If neutrals aren't your thing, you'll love the trend of colour-maxxing. As we move away from minimalistic, plain white schemes, the complete opposite is in style right now: the more colour, the better.
Colour drenching is super in right now, particularly in a striking tomato red, so coat your walls and ceilings in a vibrant hue to create a stylish space that will boost your mood.
Colour blocking will also give your home a super cool look. Why not steal Cassie's style and refresh your dining room by choosing chairs in bright shades that contrast with the bold wall colour?
Coastal core
Up next is the dreamy, whimsical trend of coastal core. Characterised by airy blue shades paired with natural wooden pieces, this aesthetic will give your home a relaxed feel that's reminiscent of being by the sea. This calming scheme will make your home feel like your very own coastal getaway, perfect for unwinding in.
To really maximise the nautical vibe, incorporate plenty of blue and white stripes and seaside-inspired decor pieces such as shells, driftwood accessories, or beautiful ocean prints.
Alternatively, lean into the more cottagecore-esque vibe of this decor trend by decorating your space with a blue vintage-inspired wallpaper, like Sophie has done in her dining area, for extra cosiness and a sense of nostalgia.
Japandi style
Japandi style first emerged in the interiors scene all the way back in 2018, but it’s proving to be a timeless trend as homeware brands and homeowners alike continue to embrace it as we head into summer 2026.
As with many of the aesthetic trends that are emerging this year, the Japandi style ethos is all about appreciating the beauty of nature. Where this trend differs, however, is that it champions the ‘less is more’ approach.
Fusing Scandinavian and Japanese design, the cosy but minimalist Japandi aesthetic completely rejects fussy, maximalist interiors and instead emphasises clean lines, artisan craftsmanship and sustainable materials.
The trend encourages us to find contentment in the simple things and beauty in functional design.
- Read our article on Japandi style to find out more about this trend
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