Midimalism interiors buys to nail the trend that’s taking over from Scandi minimalism
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Midimalism is one of the top interiors trends for 2026 – but what is it, and how can you recreate it in your own home?
If you’ve longed to embrace a minimalist aesthetic in your home – all crisp, clean lines and zero clutter – but can’t help being drawn to the odd colourful, playful piece, then you’re in luck. ‘Midimalism’ has been named as one of the top trends for interiors in 2026, and it’s perfect for those who want to straddle the two extremes of minimalist and maximalist styles.
“It keeps the calming clarity of minimalism, but invites warmth and personality through thoughtful layers of colour, pattern, texture and playful detail,” says Camron Luvate, buying assistant at Sofology, whose Ultimate Interiors Report named midimalism as one of the leading trends for 2026. “As a buyer, I see a real appetite for interiors that feel intentional but not too serious. Midimalism allows people to create stylish, contemporary homes that feel lived-in, welcoming and uniquely their own.”
The best part of embracing the midimalist style is that it allows you to still play with colour, prints and texture, while keeping the calming qualities of a minimalist home. The key to nailing the style is keeping colour palettes soft and muted – think sage green, soft terracotta and pale ochre – and prints subtle, with the odd playful and quirky detail here and there to elevate the space.
Here, we’ve picked out 10 pieces of homeware that will help you get started on your midimalist journey.
Habitat Sintra dipped ceramic vase
This abstract vase combines the simplicity of its bold shape with a pop of olive green to raise its profile from background item to statement piece.
M&S Marlowe round wall mirror
The two-tone wood frame of this mirror adds just enough interest to bring it from purely functional object to an intentional design choice.
Our Place short night and day glasses
Your kitchenware can get in on the midimalism trend, too, as demonstrated by these soft-coloured tumblers from Our Place. You can buy them as a matching set, but we love the ‘warm’ set (above) for a mismatched yet cohesive vibe.
Dunelm Bonnie scallop wool rug
Don’t forget about your floors. Rugs are a great way to layer texture into a room, and this one from Dunelm adds the right amount of playfulness with its sage green scalloped edge.
Perch & Parrow lustre stripe tea light holder, set of two
Midimalism doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with prints. A large throw is a great way to add in a soft layer of print without taking over the whole room – we’d drape this one of the sofa to add texture and warmth.
Abigail Ahern Lennon dome table lamp
This table lamp from interior designer Abigail Ahern combines a muted mustard hue with clean lines in a contemporary shape – perfectly midimalist.
Addison Ross sage chubbie salt or pepper mill
The fun, bubbly shape of this Addison Ross salt or pepper mill is balanced by its soft sage green tone, making it the perfect addition to your dining table.
Oiseaux by Matías Larraín
You can still hang prints and artwork when working with midimalism in mind. To make it work, opt for pieces with a soft or muted colour palette and that feature a simple, bold design, rather than a busy picture.
Fable Room Guernica cotton cushion
Opt for bold patterns instead of intricate designs and keep colours to a soft, muted palette – like the pale blue, terracotta and sage green tones of this throw cushion.
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