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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
Life & Tech

Does the kitchen no longer seem so cozy? An interior designer reveals the most common reasons

An interior designer discusses the evolving perceptions of kitchens in Latvia, highlighting the common reasons they may feel outdated and suggesting solutions for modernizing their interiors.

Mar 13 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How much it costs to paint a complete 100-square-meter house in March 2026

The article discusses the costs and considerations involved in painting a complete home in Argentina, emphasizing the importance of budgeting and current trends in paint colors.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Six trending paint colours for 2026 according to interior expert

An interior expert reveals six trending paint colors for 2026, highlighting styles that promise to rejuvenate home interiors this year.

Mar 13 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The 8 paint colors that can easily transform your home

Pantone's color of the year for 2026 is a soft, broken white called Cloud Dancer, which is meant to evoke themes of disconnection and serenity, amidst other trending colors.

Mar 11 โ€ข 19:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Gujarat artist applied henna to Rashmika, charges this much fee

Rashmika Mandanna, a South Indian actress, opted for a minimal henna design for her wedding, connecting deeply with her roots as shared by her henna artist from Gujarat.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Goodbye to Paintings and Mirrors: the Trend Redefining Home Wall Decor

A new trend in Argentina is shifting home wall decor from traditional paintings and mirrors to more dynamic and natural elements such as vertical gardens, murals, and woven tapestries.

Mar 10 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Cris Guerra, the pharmacist who left everything to create a successful jewelry brand that is now changing its name: "I would never make pieces without intention, only to follow a trend"

Cris Guerra, a former pharmacist, has transformed her career by founding a successful jewelry brand, now rebranded from Moncollier to Moliane, emphasizing intentional design over fleeting trends.

Mar 9 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Honoring history or romanticizing poverty: moldy walls are the hottest trend in interior design

Recent trends in interior design highlight a fascination with imperfections, including the replication of water stains and the creation of artificial patinas.

Mar 9 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Three major interior trends that can transform your home from as little as ยฃ5

The article discusses three affordable interior design trends for spring that can enhance home aesthetics and create a calming environment.

Mar 8 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
Life & Tech

The return of the rug

The article discusses the resurgence of rugs in interior design as a shift away from minimalism towards more practical, comfortable decor.

Mar 6 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Spring's most flattering dress style is confirmedโ€“ as M&S' ยฃ46 version sells fast

Drop-waist dresses are emerging as the most flattering silhouette for spring 2026, praised for their comfortable fit and elongating design.

Mar 5 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Partitions are out: the latest trend that replaces them

In 2026, traditional glass shower screens are being replaced by robust partitions that enhance both aesthetics and functionality in bathrooms.

Mar 4 โ€ข 21:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

We tell you the trends for the home in 2026 that we saw at Ambiente, the largest fair in the world

The article discusses the home trends for 2026 highlighted at Ambiente, the world's largest consumer goods fair.

Mar 3 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Life & Tech

If you are a regular hotel user, you may have noticed a really strange trend

Some hotels are designing rooms with bathrooms that have no doors, sliding doors, or glass walls, prompting questions about the direction of hotel design.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

"There has been a change" โ€“ Finns are now decorating differently

Finns are increasingly personalizing their interior design, influenced by the pandemic and social media trends.

Mar 1 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Are extremely thin smartphones a dead end? Samsung did not present a successor

Samsung has not released a new extremely thin smartphone, raising questions about the future of this design trend.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Better with a private office, open solution, or shared office? Several studies point in the same direction.

The article discusses the impact of different office designs on workplace environment and employee satisfaction, emphasizing the need for companies to prioritize their specific organizational needs over trends.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Kitchen design expert shares 4 outdated trends making your home look dated

Interior design expert Looeeze Grossman identifies four outdated kitchen design trends that may be making homes look dated as we enter a new year.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

People are only just realizing why jumpers feature triangular pattern below neck

The article discusses the historical significance of the triangular pattern found below the neckline of jumpers and sweatshirts, which has both a practical and fashion-related context.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The "home spa" is one of the trends that has grown the most in the post-pandemic

The concept of the bathroom has evolved from a purely functional space to a central wellness area in homes, significantly driven by post-pandemic preferences.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This Is How You Know Your Home Is Out of Style

Interior design trends are moving away from neutral minimalism to embrace bold colors, retro influences, and clever surface solutions, with comfort taking precedence over perfection.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Between Honoring History and 'Romanticizing Poverty': How Recreating Dampness on Walls Has Become a Viral Phenomenon

The latest trend in home decor involves creating the illusion of damp, weathered walls, driven by social media and exemplified by a viral TikTok video from Argentina.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Life & Tech

Spring home decor trends 2026: Fresh ideas to refresh your space

Home decor trends for Spring 2026 emphasize a mix of beauty and practicality with a focus on natural materials and earthy colors.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An aspect related to new single-family homes that many Finns hate: "Shocking"

Readers of Ilta-Sanomat criticize current building trends for single-family homes in Finland, particularly black cube houses and impractical designs.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Integrated environments transform the way of living at home

The article discusses the rising trend of integrated living spaces combining living rooms, kitchens, and balconies, emphasizing aesthetic and practical benefits.

Feb 19 โ€ข 03:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Colors of the Year 2026: Dress in Cloud White, Deep Green, and Energetic Orange

The article discusses the trending colors for the year 2026, emphasizing cloud white, deep green, and energetic orange.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

A Chic Broom

Natalie Olah's book 'Mal gusto' critiques contemporary trends in aesthetics, highlighting a return to perceived simplicity and faux naturalism in home decor.

Feb 15 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

The ocher color is back in the limelight. It brings warmth and nobility to interiors

The article discusses the resurgence of ocher color in interior design, highlighting its warmth and elegance.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Revestir launches are already in stores and inspire this year's projects

The launches presented at Revestir 2026 are transforming the architecture and interior design market in Brazil, highlighting trends in comfort and sophistication.

Feb 10 โ€ข 03:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Living Trends 2026: Why White is Trendy Not Just This Year

The article discusses the rising trend of white interiors showcased at the 2026 Ambiente fair in Frankfurt, highlighting the influence of design and aesthetics in modern living spaces.

Feb 7 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

White ceases to be a trend: this is the new leading color in 2026 for walls and home interiors

Interior designers predict that in 2026, the color white will give way to a neutral shade known as 'greige,' which combines warmth, elegance, and emotional well-being for home decoration.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

White Ceases to Be Trend: This is the New Leading Color for 2026 for Walls and Home Interiors

Interior designers predict that greige will replace white as the primary color for home dรฉcor in 2026, offering a combination of warmth, elegance, and emotional well-being.

Feb 4 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

A strange new phenomenon appears in the North โ€“ dark rooms: Lithuanian architects are scratching their heads

Lithuanian architects are puzzled by the emergence of dark rooms as a new trend in Northern architecture.

Feb 3 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

A rising trend: the kitchen that no longer looks or feels like a kitchen

The kitchen is undergoing a profound transformation into a more warm, personal, and expressive space designed for daily living, featuring ambient lighting and unconventional furniture.

Feb 3 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
Life & Tech

Interior designers warn: these microtrends spreading online will only lead to regret

Studies show that the lifespan of some interior design trends is just 10 months, with TikTok flooding feeds with fleeting microtrends that promise quick change but result in long-term regret.

Feb 2 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Five interior trends that will be everywhere in 2026 including retro paint shade

A colour expert reveals the top five interior color trends expected to transform British homes in 2026.

Feb 2 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

Pilar Simรณn, interior designer, teaches how to overcome the 'millennial' white: 'Add color without making your house look like a circus'

Interior designer Pilar Simรณn offers insights on incorporating color in home decor while avoiding a chaotic aesthetic, amidst shifting trends from minimalist styles.

Jan 16 โ€ข 12:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Six design trends to avoid in a small bathroom

This article outlines six design trends that should be avoided when designing a small bathroom to ensure optimal space utilization and aesthetics.

Jan 13 โ€ข 12:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Classic design with a Japanese signature: A watch that doesnโ€™t try to be trendy

Seiko has introduced a new elegant model in its esteemed Presage Classic series for those who value the quietness of mechanics over the noise of trends.

Jan 9 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

Alert Decor Trend! The Glass Brick or How to Gain Space and Light in Your Home

Glass bricks are making a comeback as a decorative element, used to enhance space and light in home interiors.

Jan 7 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

The Color of Lime Green: A Bold Trend in Interiors for 2026

The article discusses the emerging trend of using lime green as a bold interior design choice for 2026, contrasting with the prevailing dark winter tones of blue and grey.

Jan 6 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

5 Outdated Colors Designers Avoid in 2026

The article discusses five colors that designers are expected to avoid in 2026 when updating living spaces.

Jan 2 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Colors for the Interior That Are Going Out of Style in 2026

The article discusses five outdated colors that designers are avoiding in 2026, offering insights for those looking to refresh their living spaces.

Jan 2 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Avoid these 2 design trends in 2026 to keep your home looking 'timeless'

Interior designer Hayley Fellows-Prior advises homeowners to avoid two specific design trends predicted to go out of style by 2026 to maintain a timeless aesthetic and save money.

Jan 2 โ€ข 07:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Trends in Home Decoration that Will Define 2026

This article discusses the home decoration trends expected to dominate in 2026 as we move into a new year filled with fresh beginnings.

Jan 1 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Granny Chic is the New Trend in Home Decor that has Captured Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner showcases her newly decorated home featuring the granny chic trend.

Dec 31 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Interior trends were everywhere in 2025.

The article reviews the prominent interior design trends of 2025, emphasizing comfort, personality, and eclecticism.

Dec 31 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

Goodbye, white cabinets: The chic people choose this color for the kitchen

In a surprising turn, stylish individuals are moving away from the traditionally elegant white kitchen cabinets in favor of new color trends.

Dec 29 โ€ข 14:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Life & Tech

Safilo: "The eyewear business is quite complicated"

In an interview, Safilo's CEO Angelo Trocchia discusses the complexities of the eyewear industry, touches on Italian design, and explores current trends and the influence of luxury brands.

Dec 28 โ€ข 11:09 UTC

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