The Bold Furniture Trend That'll Add Extra Charm To Your Home In 2026

After years of beiges and grays showing up in every corner of the home, bold furniture choices are starting to become more popular. If you're a beginner to maximalist decor, you might not be comfortable mixing bright colors and designs in your home, but the vintage style patterns of large patterned upholstery furniture pieces are becoming one of the trendiest ways to create a unique space. In 2026, furniture with patterns that spark visual interest, draw the eye, and create a focal point could be the best way to add extra charm to your home.

Dramatic furniture pieces upholstered with patterns and designs command attention in a way that solid colored furniture doesn't. You may have already noticed the switch from "less is more" to "more is more" in 2025. In many respects, the vibe has completely shifted from minimalism to maximalism, and going into 2026, design experts say we're going to see more colors, more patterns, and more personality in furniture and home decor pieces.

According to interior designer Ryan Saghian (via Forbes), 2026 marks the end of overly-coordinated furniture. He says, "Spaces where everything matches perfectly from the same collection are beginning to feel flat and predictable. When a room looks like it was completed all at once, it often lacks character." Saghian muses, "Mixing eras, finishes, and styles to create contrast and narrative. The most compelling interiors feel layered and personal rather than overly styled."

For the past several years, large patterned upholstery has been considered tacky and old-fashioned, so it may come as a surprise to some that the floral prints and checked fabrics that were popular decades ago are back in style. It's helpful to put the history of this trend in perspective, as visually rich tapestries and upholstery fabrics have been popular for centuries. Still, if you're uncertain about making upholstery choices, it might be best to start small, with accent pieces. You could use upholstery patterns on ottomans, chairs, love seats, or other smaller pieces before moving on to large furniture items like a couch, as you get more comfortable with your own personal style.

From playful ginghams to pinstripes and everything in between, designers have their eye on the pattern sofa trend in 2026. These upholstered furniture pieces bring bold patterns and rich texture and color into your home decor, but maximalist spaces still require balance. Pairing these bold statement patterns with neutral walls, rugs, and other pieces of furniture can make your patterned upholstery pieces stand out that much more.

When done right, patterned upholstery is the defining feature that gives an interior space its charm. However, high-end furniture can be expensive, and even custom-made slip covers could be outside your budget. If that's the case, you might consider a DIY slipcover and some throw pillows to bring some of this eye-catching charm into your home.