Material Narratives and Tactile Authenticity in Contemporary Interiors

The material trends shaping interior design in 2026 reflect a transition from visual minimalism toward tactile, experiential, and culturally rooted surface expressions. Textured materials such as pigmented concrete, natural wood, limewash, and artisanal plaster highlight a renewed emphasis on craftsmanship, authenticity, and sensory engagement. These surfaces function as spatial narrators, redefining interior environments through material depth, sustainability awareness, and phenomenological interaction.