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By: Ally Gravemade

Trend Forecast: Why Calm, Weightless Shades Will Dominate Interiors in 2026 

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Colour of the year: Introducing Cloud Dancer

Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year, Cloud Dancer, marks a shift toward interiors that feel clearer, lighter and more intentional. This soft, refined neutral reflects how we’re choosing to live — with simplicity, comfort and considered design at the forefront. 

As interiors shift toward softer, more versatile palettes, Cloud Dancer becomes the perfect foundation for a calm and elevated home. Its quiet clarity pairs effortlessly with pieces that embrace gentle curves and relaxed silhouettes. The Salina Sofa fits seamlessly into this look — its rounded form and soft, textural finish create a welcoming anchor for a space styled in light neutrals. Paired with natural materials and layered tonal accents, Salina helps bring the Cloud Dancer palette to life in a way that feels modern, warm and effortlessly cohesive. 

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This movement toward lighter palettes also recognises the role our homes now play. With spaces that function as places to work, unwind and connect, we look for interiors that reduce visual noise and create a sense of ease the moment we step inside.

Cloud Dancer’s strength lies in its ability to connect effortlessly with natural materials and warm, organic tones. It complements natural materials such as oak, travertine, linen, stone and wool, and responds beautifully to Australian light throughout the day. This makes it an ideal pairing for pieces like the Leola Round Dining Table, whose sandblasted solid oak finish and sculptural pedestal legs bring warmth and structure to an understated palette. The look carries effortlessly into the living room with the Leola Square Coffee Table, where travertine and oak tones create a grounded, contemporary focal point. Together, these pieces highlight how Cloud Dancer works in harmony with natural textures, enhancing a space without overwhelming it. 

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From a styling perspective, Cloud Dancer is highly adaptable and places greater emphasis on craftsmanship. With bold colours pared back, form and material become the hero — allowing each piece to take on a sculptural presence within the room. Artwork like the Dancing Spirals Box Framed Canvas brings movement and depth to a neutral palette, its hand-painted abstract design adding a confident focal point without overwhelming the space. Sculptural accents such as the Elara and Esme Vases build on this idea, introducing shape, texture and subtle colour that complement Cloud Dancer’s calm foundation while keeping the look modern and refined. 

As we look ahead to 2026, interiors will continue to lean into clarity and comfort: open layouts, natural textures, sculptural décor and layers that feel purposeful rather than crowded. The goal is not to create more, but to create better — homes that support daily life with ease. 

At OZ Design, this direction is reflected across our summer 25.26 collection, which are built around warmth, quality and timeless appeal. Looking ahead, 2026 is defined by a return to simplicity — honest materials, calm palettes and design that allows a space to breathe. Our collections continue to build on these themes, bringing refined craftsmanship and quiet modernity into the home.

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