Deep chocolate leather jackets. Rosy-brown lips. Espresso-shaded rugs. Walnut coffee tables.
Brown has slowly and steadily infiltrated every element of our lives.
And it’s going nowhere anytime soon.
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Aussie homewares store Temple & Webster this week unveiled its 2026 Trend Report, revealing what Aussies are actually buying for their homes this year.
And the data points to a clear shift towards warmer tones, rich textures and expressive interiors.
Think sundrenched palettes with searches for caramel, clay and terracotta up 64 per cent, as well as a desire to include cocoa shades and chrome.
Searches for brown rugs are up a staggering 180 per cent, while chocolate sofas and chairs are up by 165 per cent.
“At Temple & Webster, we’re seeing Aussies move away from purely aesthetic trends and towards homes that feel lived-in, expressive and emotionally resonant,” said Lucy Sutherland, Director of Insights & Trends at Temple & Webster.
“Design is no longer about preciison; it’s about connection, and the trends we have identified demonstrate that.”
So what are the three different trends to channel and how can you put elements of them in your home?
Sundrenched
Sundrenched captures the enduring appeal of Australia’s “golden hour”, with interiors washed in warm, earthy tones of clay, blush, mustard and terracotta that blur the boundaries between inside and out.
This restorative aesthetic reflects a growing desire for calm and emotional grounding, with sales of furniture and homewares in caramel, clay, rust and terracotta jumping by 64 per cent.
Natural textures that mimic our landscape like plaster, travertine and linen and woven fibres further reinforce the shift towards slower, more sensory design.
Top Sundrenched picks:
Eclectic Era
The second trend identified by Temple & Webster is one which they call Eclectic Era.
Celebrating collecting as an art form, Eclectic Era embraces layered interiors filled with pieces that tell a story.
Think vintage finds sitting effortlessly alongside contemporary design, leading to interiors that feel thoughtfully curated rather than overtly “styled”.
As individuality takes centre stage, Temple & Webster’s trend team have noticed things like searches for “shelves” have surged by 21 per cent.
Not only this, but some 67 per cent of Aussies believe meaningful objects are what truly give a home its soul, underscoring the emotional pull of this expressive trend.
Top Eclectic Era picks:
Cocoa & Chrome
For those drawn to moodier palettes and refined detail, Cocoa & Chrome introduces a quiet sense of glamour.
Rich tones of cocoa, caramel and espresso are softened by plush upholstery and elevated with chrome, polished steel and smoked glass accents.
According to the team at Temple & Webster, searches for “brown rug” have increased by 180 per cent, while searches for chocolate sofas and chairs have risen by 165 per cent, reflecting a renewed appetite for warmth, depth and indulgence.
The trends speaks to a desire for spaces that feel luxurious, not through excess, but through texture tactility and atmosphere.
“These trends reflect how Australians are re-defining what ‘good design’ means,” Lucy said.
“It’s about creating homes that support how we live now; spaces that feel comforting, expressive and genuinely personal. Luxury today is about how a space makes you feel.”
Top Cocoa & Chrome picks:
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