"Pigments Instead of Paints Experimental Art Spaces Return to Analog Above: You've probably seen the recent surge of "analog bags": tote bags filled with knitting, small sewing projects, crossword puzzles (the kind on paper), and other things to fill in-between moments. Call it analog, call it DIY, but making things-and antidotes to doomscrolling-is a move we can get behind in 2026. Photograph via artist Kate Kilmurray from Natural, Hand-Woven DIY Potholders Will Have You Revisiting a Childhood Craft."
"Corduroy Upholstery Above: Rugged, comforting corduroy is no longer just for pants: Expect to see it used judiciously in interiors this year. Photograph by Brett Wood courtesy of William White, from Retail, Reconsidered: William White Emporium on Canal Street in NYC."
Design trends for 2026 lean into tactile materials, pigment-focused palettes, and lasting approaches rather than fleeting fads. Analog-making gains popularity through items like tote 'analog bags' filled with knitting, small sewing projects, and paper crossword puzzles that occupy in-between moments and counter doomscrolling. DIY and handwoven projects reconnect people with childhood crafts and promote mindful making. Corduroy expands from clothing into upholstery for a rugged, comforting interior texture used selectively. Experimental art spaces and wood-wrapped rooms introduce new spatial experiences, while French bistroware brings casual, familiar tableware into interiors. Overall aesthetics prioritize hands-on practice, material warmth, and durability.
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