6 home trends Pinterest is about to shove into every feed (and which ones won’t age well)

Pinterest loves a new trend, and once it grabs one, you’ll see it in every other pin for months. Some of these ideas translate well into real homes; others feel dated almost as fast as they blew up. Recent forecasts point to more bold, expressive looks, vintage touches, and pattern-heavy floors showing up in 2025–2026.

Here’s what’s worth borrowing—and what you might want to think twice about before you commit with tile and power tools.

Checkerboard floors everywhere

Checkerboard floors are all over mood boards right now—entries, kitchens, mudrooms, even living rooms. They do look sharp when they’re scaled right and in colors that fit the house.

Where it might age badly is when people go hard with stark black-and-white in big, open areas. That’s a lot of pattern to live with, and it can fight rugs and furniture. If you love this look, consider softer colors (tan and cream, gray and white) in smaller spaces like entries, baths, or laundry rooms instead of the whole downstairs.

Fluted and reeded wood everywhere

Fluted wood panels on islands, vanities, and accent walls are having a moment. They add texture and look great in photos. Designers are using them alongside warm woods and earthy colors that are predicted to stay strong into 2026.

The part that may not age well? Doing it on every surface. A fluted island or one accent cabinet can feel special. A whole kitchen of grooved doors might feel like a very specific era in a few years. Treat it like an accessory, not the entire outfit.

Circus-y “FunHaus” style

Pinterest is pushing a more playful style—bold stripes, rounded shapes, and color combinations inspired by old circus posters and maximalist rooms. It’s fun to look at and can make a kids’ space or powder room really stand out.

Where it goes off the rails is when people try to live in it full-time. Striped ceilings and wall-to-wall pattern in main living areas might wear you out. Test it in small doses: a striped rug, a fun fabric on one chair, or a bold lampshade instead of turning your whole house into a theme park.

Heavy Art Deco and “Neo Deco” moments

Curved furniture, brass, red marble, and geometric details are sliding back in under the label “Neo Deco.” Done right, it feels grown-up and tailored. A single Deco-inspired light fixture or mirror can add a lot.

It starts to age quickly when every surface joins in—arched doorways, patterned tile, scalloped edges, and brass on everything. Pick one or two Deco touches and keep the rest of the room calmer so you’re not locked into one look for the next decade.

Earthy, brown-based color palettes

Designers and trend reports keep pointing toward warm, earthy colors—brown, taupe, dusty greens, and terracotta—instead of the cool gray everything we’ve had for years. This is one trend that’s more likely to age gently. Natural wood, creamy walls, and softer tones tend to hold up.

The risk is going too dark everywhere: brown walls, brown floors, brown furniture. That can feel heavy and dated. Use rich colors on smaller areas—a dining room, an accent wall, or textiles—while keeping main walls light.

Maximalist “lived-in” interiors

There’s a push away from perfectly minimal rooms toward spaces filled with books, art, textiles, and personal objects. Trend pieces talk about “lived-in” interiors and layered textures, and honestly, that lines up with real life for most families.

Where it looks great: rooms where the base (walls, floors, main furniture) is fairly calm and the personality comes from things you actually use. Where it tips too far: when every inch of wall and shelf is covered just to look “curated.” Aim for comfortable and personal, not cluttered for the sake of a pin.