This Throwback Decor Style Is Getting a Modern Refresh in 2026

While the influence of Art Deco has never really gone away, it’s recently been making a major comeback. In fact, Pinterest Predicts listed it as one of the home trends that’s going to be huge next year—but in a more refined, relevant way. “The Art Deco trend is getting a modern twist: Shiny, sleek, and tuned to 2026,” the report says. “After years of heavy minimalism, Gen X and Millennials are bringing this retro aesthetic back with crisp chevrons, fan arches, and other geometric hits, all edged in chrome or brass. Bold, glam, and just a touch eccentric.”

Designers agree! “I’m finding that homeowners are craving optimism, richness, and craft and want to be intentional about how they define that in their own spaces,” says Tina Montemayor of her eponymous San Francisco-based design studio. Interested in incorporating it into your own space? Here’s some inspo, plus commentary from the pros.

“What I like about Neo Deco is the return to strong, clear geometry and an emphasis on material, but with more restraint than traditional Art Deco,” says Priya Vij, designer and founder of Hapny Home, a brass hardware company. “It keeps the repetition and confidence of the style, while simplifying it for modern spaces and how we live today.”

“This trend can come to life in the tiniest of details,” she says. “For example, in hardware, that shows up in the shape of the piece, the way it feels in your hand, and surface details that catch light and create depth. To achieve this look, look for texture, like knurled or ribbed surfaces, and metallic finishes, like brass or chrome. Those small, tactile details can change how a space feels day to day. It’s a departure from beige minimalism of the past decade into more adventurous, decorative territory but with sophistication.”

“What makes this (trend) exciting for me as a designer is the ability to flex our creative muscle, partner with artists and makers who are masters at their craft, and present them with challenges – whether that be for millwork, tilers, wallpaper, builders, and custom furniture,” says Montemayor. “It’s anti-template, anti-copy/paste, and all about intention and quality.”

Above is a bar at an ad agency she renovated that illustrates the curved architecture, attention to shape, and sculptural detailing that reflect the Neo Deco trend, while injecting a sophisticated color palette, paired with black and brass. “It’s bold but edited, which is key to achieving the Neo Deco look,” she says.

“Neo Deco is making a comeback in the design world, and I truly believe it’s about to become the next big trend in homes, says Erica Davis, founder of Eralyn Interiors. “I’ve seen it firsthand with other designers and have started using it in my own projects.”

“This trend is showing up in sculptural lighting and curved upholstery, not just on sofas but also on beds, chairs, and benches,” she says. “There’s a lot of fluting and metallic accents, too. Another standout is the return of bold natural stones, like red, pink, and brown marbles. I love this trend because it brings drama to a space without feeling overwhelming!”

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