Melanson Homes & Renovations
From earthy color palettes to smart home integration, see how Melanson Homes can bring your dream space to life through custom home design or renovations.
We believe great design is about more than beauty—it’s about creating homes that inspire, comfort, and reflect who you are. As we look ahead to the new year, six key design directions stand out.
1. Earthy Colour Palettes with Bold Accents
Earth tones (terracotta, olive, ochre, and clay), deep near-black browns, and creamy neutrals are supplanting grey and white as the dominant shades for walls and upholstery. These shades are strong on personality while remaining neutral enough to complement furniture and artwork. These shades also work beautifully with brass hardware and natural wood tones.
For homeowners who favour bold accent colours, shades like deep plum, magenta, and light teal are stepping into the spotlight.
2. Monochrome Interiors and Tonal Layering
Monochrome in 2026 doesn’t mean bland—it’s about depth. A room done entirely in blues, for example, might range from navy to powder blue to steel-grey in a variety of textures and patterns. These tonal contrasts and textural elements create both cohesion and drama.
3. Simple & Sustainable Flooring
While wood, stone, and tile remain timeless, engineered wood and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) continue to rise in popularity. These materials replicate the look and feel of natural wood, while offering greater durability and scratch-resistance, and are sustainably made.
Warmer, richer shades—like honey, caramel, and chestnut—are taking hold. To add visual interest, play with pattern, like herringbone or chevron, to add architectural interest underfoot. At the same time, statement floors in bold tile, dramatic stone, and richly textured carpet are gaining momentum.
4. Sculptural Furniture & Statement Pieces
From oversized, voluptuous sofas to sculptural accent chairs, the focus is on blending comfort with artistry. Statement rugs, textured wall finishes, and bold art complete the look, infusing spaces with distinctive personality.
5. Personal Expression
Design is about individuality. Think saturated colours like electric blue or acid green for cabinetry, balanced with carefully chosen flooring, countertops, and backsplashes that complement rather than compete.
For homeowners more focused on creating a forever home than re-sale value, it is about making choices that are unmistakably your own.
6. Smart Living
Technology in 2026 will be less about gadgets and more about integration. Homes are becoming more intuitive, with lighting, climate, and entertainment systems working together seamlessly in the background to create comfort and efficiency.
The accent is on tech that adapts in real time to environmental factors or your presence within the space, blending innovation and design.
Whether you’re envisioning a full renovation or a custom build, our Calgary team can bring these 2026 trends to life in ways that feel authentically yours.