ROOM FOR DREAMS is structured as a progression, with each space within the hotel corresponding to a different phase of dreaming, from collective speculation to introspective encounters.
IKEA has been releasing new solid-wood pieces to its lineup, all while keeping prices relatively low - headline news for folks like me who want premium 'forever furniture' on a particle-board budget.
In 1962, the architect Buckminster Fuller envisioned a floating city that would free humanity from its dependence on the Earth. The speculative project consisted of enormous geodesic spheres that would naturally levitate in air warmed by the sun and be anchored to mountaintops.
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.
You could commit to a full-blown home renovation - but let's be real: That's incredibly pricey and time-consuming. Luckily, there's an alternative. These super-cheap upgrades (all of which come straight to your door thanks to Amazon) can make your home's aesthetic so much prettier, from the yard to the bedroom and everywhere in between.
Furniture is now understood as a core architectural component rather than a purely functional addition to a space. In 2026, instead of sharp, rigid forms, current design directions favor softer, organic silhouettes that promote comfort and visual calm. These shapes help create interiors that feel more balanced and human-centred, supporting everyday use while enhancing the emotional quality of the environment.
