New Flooring Trends 2026
Welcome to the Future of Feel-Good Design
Australia’s homes are changing — and so is the way we design them. After years of cool greys and minimalism, 2026 marks a shift toward colour, comfort, wellness, and personality. This year is all about homes that feel good, support wellbeing, and reflect the people who live in them.
From colour-drenched interiors to quiet luxury, from smart blinds to recycled-fibre carpets, this year’s trends redefine what it means to live well at home.
Step into the future of home styling with our eBook, your essential guide to interior design trends for 2026. Whether you're revamping your living space or seeking inspiration for your next project, this guide has everything you need to create beautiful, functional, and trend-forward interiors.
The Rise of Feel-Good Design
Homes now serve as workplaces, sanctuaries, entertainment hubs, and wellness spaces. In 2026, flooring and window furnishings are no longer passive choices — they are the quiet heroes of comfort, mood, thermal performance and personal expression.
2026 Flooring Trends: What’s Shaping Australian Homes
Did You Know?
EC Carpets’ Andes Peak collection (especially colour Rubio) is one of Australia’s fastest-rising best sellers for 2026.
2026 Window Furnishing Trends: Smarter, Softer, More Intentional
Smart & Motorised Blinds
Cellular & Thermal Blinds
Layered Sheers & Drapes
Plantation Shutters & Venetians
How to Match Window Furnishings to Your Flooring & Room Type
Choosing the right pairing transforms how a room feels and functions. Here’s what homeowners often overlook:
Match warmth to warmth
Balance texture with texture
Use contrast intentionally
Consider room's purpose
Sustainable & Smart Living for 2026
Smart Solutions Built Into Everyday Living
Resale Value Bonus
Eco-Materials Now the Standard
Featuring brands such as EC Carpets, Clever Choice Flooring, Dunlop Underlay and Australian Select Timbers.
2026 Lifestyle Aesthetics: The Looks Australians Love
Japandi Minimalism
Modern Coastal Comfort
Quiet Luxury
Biophilic Warmth
Real Australian Homes: Customer Inspirations
Daisy Hill Farmhouse:
Moments from the Yarra Valley, this 80s ranch home was reimagined into a modern farmhouse filled with rustic texture and neutral warmth. A blend of old and new, its materials emphasise livability, practicality, and timeless comfort — a perfect example of how flooring and furnishings shape a lifestyle.
Additional case studies in the report show transformations in the Middle Ridge Mediterranean and equestrian rural ranch.
The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide — Simplified for 2026
Step 1: Start with Lifestyle
Step 2: Match Materials to Rooms
Step 3: Think Long-Term Value
Step 4: Try Before You Decide
Positive Trend Version (rewritten):
“In 2026, more Australians are testing products in their own home lighting and acoustics before purchasing — a growing trend that leads to higher satisfaction and better long-term outcomes.”
Heartridge x Taubmans: Colour, Wellness & Connected Design
Explore Riviera Oak floors paired seamlessly with Taubmans’ low-VOC, antimicrobial palettes.
Try the colour selector → https://www.heartridge.com.au/heartridge-x-taubmans/