In 2026, the hospitality industry is increasingly about emotion. Guests no longer just want a place to eat or drink; they are looking for an environment where they feel welcome and can truly unwind. An interior that radiates warmth and feels personal makes all the difference. Soft shapes, rich colours and materials with character are playing an ever more important role. Together, they create a homely atmosphere that feels approachable and inviting somewhere guests enjoy lingering longer.
Interior with emotion and experience
Rounded banquettes, curved tables, and soft forms are becoming increasingly common in modern hospitality interiors. They create a calm and welcoming look. Combined with soft fabrics, refined colour accents, and subtle textures, this results in a warm, balanced interior with greater depth.
Comfort is no longer a luxury, but a basic requirement. Generous seating, pleasant acoustics, and atmospheric lighting ensure guests feel at ease from the moment they enter. Hospitality furniture plays a growing role in this, enhancing both the atmosphere and the character of the concept. This physical comfort translates into a positive overall experience: guests stay longer and remember their visit as enjoyable.
In the boutique wine and cocktail bar Nel Mezzo, a bordeaux-red giraffe-pattern carpet forms the basis for a bold interior with rounded shapes, playful patterns and a warm atmosphere.
The colour of 2026: Transformative Teal
Extensive research into trends and human behaviour was conducted to predict the colour of 2026. This revealed a clear and growing interest in green and blue tones.
Based on these insights, trend institutes WGSN and Coloro named the blue-green shade Transformative Teal as the colour of 2026. This colour blends deep, dark blue with fresh, tropical aqua green. Transformative Teal conveys calm and balance and perfectly aligns with the need for comfort in modern hospitality interiors.
Colours and materials you’ll continue to see in 2026
Alongside Transformative Teal, the colour palette for hospitality interior trends in 2026 remains warm and natural. The following colours and materials will continue to play a key role:
Warm green tones
Sand, clay, and latte shades
Petrol and dark blue
Warm earthy tones such as terracotta, rust and ochre
Bouclé
Wool blends
Soft leather
Matte wood finishes
Roofspot L&T: a project where earthy colors, bouclé, velvet and colour come together as a cohesive whole .
All-day concepts demand flexible hospitality interiors
Hybrid and all-day hospitality concepts are becoming increasingly popular. Venues are no longer designed for one fixed moment of the day but must function seamlessly from breakfast and lunch to drinks, dinner, and sometimes late into the evening.
This development calls for flexible hospitality interiors that can easily adapt to changing uses. Think modular banquettes, stackable chairs, mobile tables, and multifunctional layouts. With the right hospitality furniture, a space can quickly transform without compromising atmosphere, comfort or appearance.
Is your hospitality venue ready for 2026?
Would you like to prepare your venue for the hospitality interior trends of 2026? Schedule a no-obligation inspiration session and discover what we can do for you, from custom-made and new hospitality furniture to a complete restyling or targeted adjustments.
