If you're in the business of making spaces beautiful, staying ahead of what clients want isn't optional, it's everything. That's exactly why Accessa put together the 2026 Design Digest, and it's the resource your team needs right now.
What's trending this year
The short version: warm is back, texture is having a moment, and metallics aren't going anywhere. Clients are gravitating toward finishes that feel intentional and grounded - nature-inspired palettes sitting right next to unexpected metallic accents, earth tones paired with colors that actually surprise you. The design world doesn't slow down, and neither do your customers.
The Digest pulls insights from across the industry. According to 1stDibs' survey of nearly 500 design professionals, chocolate brown leads as the top anticipated color for 2026, while burgundy has dramatically rebounded and soft pastels like butter yellow have more than doubled in popularity. Meanwhile, major paint brands are weighing in with their own visions: Pantone named Cloud Dancer — a serene, billowy white — as its Color of the Year, while Dunn-Edwards chose Midnight Garden, a deep muted green with earthy undertones inspired by the quiet elegance of nature.
Beyond the hue
Beyond color, the Digest covers commercial and residential design shifts that matter to your bottom line. From resimercial office design blending home comfort into corporate spaces, to adaptable furniture that shifts effortlessly between purposes - the demand for livable, story-driven spaces is driving purchasing decisions everywhere.
Whether you're speccing cabinetry, recommending finishes, or guiding a client through a full renovation, the 2026 Design Digest gives you the language and the knowledge to lead those conversations with confidence.
Download it today — and let Accessa Marketplace help you turn these trends into results.
