Interior design in 2026 is moving away from the stark minimalism of the past decade and returning to warmth, character and craftsmanship. Designers report growing demand for curved furniture, architectural details, richer color palettes and the revival of traditional elements like crown molding and layered textiles. Homeowners are mixing materials, reupholstering vintage pieces and embracing jewel tones, textures and patterns—choices that make spaces feel more personal and less formulaic. These shifts aren’t new concepts, but a recalibration after years of pared-down, beige interiors. Rooms are becoming fuller and more tactile,…
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U.S. Lumber Coalition Responds to Mass. Governor Healey
The U.S. Lumber Coalition made a statement to Massachusetts Governor Healey on the claim that lumber imports cause housing pricing affordability issues. On Oct. 14, the additional 10% tariff on softwood lumber and timber imports took into effect. This increases the current tariffs on Canadian lumber to a total of 45%. Currently, up to 85% of all U.S. lumber imports hail from Canada. While some hardwood and lumber companies across the U.S asked for federal support because of the effect of tariffs on their businesses, the U.S. Lumber Coalition is in support of enforcement…
Read MoreTile trend that’s set to take over showers and bathrooms in 2026
Bathroom design in 2026 is shifting away from minimalist white tile toward richer, more expressive finishes, with hand-painted tiles emerging as a major trend. Homeowners and designers are gravitating toward options like traditional Delft tiles because they bring pattern, character and a sense of history that modern spaces often lack. Though decorative tiles date back thousands of years—from ancient Egypt to medieval Europe and 18th-century Delftware, their renewed popularity reflects a desire for craftsmanship, imperfection and storytelling in residential design. For builders and remodelers, the appeal is practical as well…
Read MoreLowe’s CEO predicts a home renovation boom in 2026
Lowe’s CEO, Marvin Ellison is reaping a 6% boost in the chain’s stock, he expects success to continue to 2026 with an upwards trend in renovations. In an interview with Yahoo Finance, the CEO described a perfect equation for renovation activity, “Americans have “significant equity” of an “average of $400,000 in equity per home,” said Ellison. “We expect homeowners to start, at some point, to tap into these … home equity lines of credit (HELOC) to start to finance larger, more discretionary home improvement projects, because they’re going to be…
Read MoreTop Home Renovation Trends of 2025
Home renovation trends in 2025 are creating strong opportunities for builders as demand grows for performance-driven, sustainable upgrades. Clients are looking for renovations that incorporate low-carbon materials, durable finishes, improved insulation, high-efficiency mechanicals and better indoor air quality. Kitchen and bathroom remodels remain strong, with a push toward energy-saving fixtures, water-efficient features and simple, modern layouts. Exterior improvements—from upgraded roofing and siding to cohesive indoor-outdoor transitions—are also gaining traction as homeowners look to boost both resilience and curb appeal. Builders are additionally seeing increased interest in smart-home integrations and multi-functional…
Read MoreBuilding Material Prices Continued to Rise in September
Residential construction costs continued to climb in September, with overall building material prices rising at their fastest pace since early 2023. The Producer Price Index showed a 0.3% increase in final demand, driven largely by a sharp 3.5% rise in energy prices—the first energy increase in more than a year. Input prices for new residential construction rose 0.2% for the month and 3.1% year-over-year, with building materials up 3.5% from last year as inflation gradually accelerated throughout 2025. Some categories saw dramatic increases, including parts for construction machinery (+41%) and…
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