7 Trends From London’s Surface Design Show 2026
Warm colors, tactile materials, handcrafted designs and dark woods dominated in wall, window and floor coverings
There was a definite mood of comfort and character at this year’s Surface Design Show, held Feb. 3-5, 2026, at the Business Design Centre, London, with warm colors, imperfect finishes, tactile surfaces and personalized designs all speaking to our desire to make our homes feel layered and lived-in. We want spaces that are both reassuring and expressive, and brands are responding. Take a look at the trends we spotted at this year’s show.
Current Teak carved wood panel, Wonderwall Studios
The craftspeople at Wonderwall Studios are also finding beauty in the discarded, as they create decorative paneling from salvaged lumber. Striking 3D shapes — including diamonds, chevrons and representations of the natural world — are hand carved from old wood with a unique patina.
The company’s new Current Teak panels (pictured) are made from wood reclaimed from abandoned houses in Indonesia and evoke flowers, waves or flowing water. Different sections can be brought together to personalize the pattern.
The craftspeople at Wonderwall Studios are also finding beauty in the discarded, as they create decorative paneling from salvaged lumber. Striking 3D shapes — including diamonds, chevrons and representations of the natural world — are hand carved from old wood with a unique patina.
The company’s new Current Teak panels (pictured) are made from wood reclaimed from abandoned houses in Indonesia and evoke flowers, waves or flowing water. Different sections can be brought together to personalize the pattern.
Ripple carved into Richlite Cascade tile in Rainier, Surface Matter
Richlite, which is made from 100% recycled paper, isn’t new — it’s been around for decades — but the Surface Matter booth at the show displayed ways to give it a more decorative twist.
This sample (pictured) demonstrated how Richlite Cascade, which consists of different-colored layers, could be routed to reveal flowing shades.
Richlite, which is made from 100% recycled paper, isn’t new — it’s been around for decades — but the Surface Matter booth at the show displayed ways to give it a more decorative twist.
This sample (pictured) demonstrated how Richlite Cascade, which consists of different-colored layers, could be routed to reveal flowing shades.
Seraphin chandelier in Oyster, Spark & Bell
Thanks in part to the rise in music streaming services, a huge number of CD cases are thrown away each year. So it was heartening to see that lighting company Spark & Bell has inventively reworked cases into elegant chandeliers.
Available in Oyster (pictured) and Onyx colors, each three-tier Seraphin chandelier is made from 19 pounds (8.6kg) of CD case plastic recycled in-house. The individual components can be repaired or replaced, making it even more sustainable.
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Thanks in part to the rise in music streaming services, a huge number of CD cases are thrown away each year. So it was heartening to see that lighting company Spark & Bell has inventively reworked cases into elegant chandeliers.
Available in Oyster (pictured) and Onyx colors, each three-tier Seraphin chandelier is made from 19 pounds (8.6kg) of CD case plastic recycled in-house. The individual components can be repaired or replaced, making it even more sustainable.
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Clockwork Orange wallpaper, No Rules Wallpaper x Anna Campbell-Jones
2. Colorful Personalization
Homeowners are increasingly leaning toward interiors with character, and customizable designs were everywhere at the show. What was notable was the colorful nature of many of the products, coinciding with the rise of maximalism.
No Rules Wallpaper’s riotous Clockwork Orange design (pictured) was inspired by the original moquette fabric used on the carriage seating of Glasgow’s subway, known colloquially as the Clockwork Orange, and brings bold color and geometric shapes into the home. Crucially, the wallpaper has no standard repeat, so homeowners can create their own personal design.
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2. Colorful Personalization
Homeowners are increasingly leaning toward interiors with character, and customizable designs were everywhere at the show. What was notable was the colorful nature of many of the products, coinciding with the rise of maximalism.
No Rules Wallpaper’s riotous Clockwork Orange design (pictured) was inspired by the original moquette fabric used on the carriage seating of Glasgow’s subway, known colloquially as the Clockwork Orange, and brings bold color and geometric shapes into the home. Crucially, the wallpaper has no standard repeat, so homeowners can create their own personal design.
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Fondo tiles, Patricia Urquiola for Cimento
Cement surface specialist Cimento’s booth displayed an inspiring array of cement-based tiles, including Fondo (pictured), which contains pieces of Murano glass. Customers can select the colors and density they desire for an individual look.
Cement surface specialist Cimento’s booth displayed an inspiring array of cement-based tiles, including Fondo (pictured), which contains pieces of Murano glass. Customers can select the colors and density they desire for an individual look.
Summer Chocolate wallpaper, Lorenzo De Grandis for Wall&decò
The newly released wallpapers at Wall&decò included a selection of murals featuring painterly designs depicting landscapes, abstract patterns and foliage, including Summer Chocolate (pictured). The company’s team of artists can work with designers to create personalized wallpaper.
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The newly released wallpapers at Wall&decò included a selection of murals featuring painterly designs depicting landscapes, abstract patterns and foliage, including Summer Chocolate (pictured). The company’s team of artists can work with designers to create personalized wallpaper.
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Thread wrapping panel, e.L.s Designs
“Emerging Talent” Elis Blackwood of e.L.s Designs has developed a series of 3D geometric surfaces created by “thread wrapping” — layering thread rather than weaving it. The custom works can be made in any color combination and used as artworks or adapted to front cabinets.
“Emerging Talent” Elis Blackwood of e.L.s Designs has developed a series of 3D geometric surfaces created by “thread wrapping” — layering thread rather than weaving it. The custom works can be made in any color combination and used as artworks or adapted to front cabinets.
Blues Fantasia textile wallcovering, The Monkey Puzzle Tree x Josephine McYebuah
3. Woven Wallcoverings
The desire for warmth and coziness in an uncertain world translated into numerous tactile woven wallcoverings at the show, with designs encompassing both the bold and the quietly luxurious.
The Monkey Puzzle Tree, which produces textile wallcoverings and fabrics, brought an Art Deco meets Africa vibe to its booth with animation artist Josephine McYebuah’s Blues Fantasia design, which is silk screen printed onto a neutral textile base.
3. Woven Wallcoverings
The desire for warmth and coziness in an uncertain world translated into numerous tactile woven wallcoverings at the show, with designs encompassing both the bold and the quietly luxurious.
The Monkey Puzzle Tree, which produces textile wallcoverings and fabrics, brought an Art Deco meets Africa vibe to its booth with animation artist Josephine McYebuah’s Blues Fantasia design, which is silk screen printed onto a neutral textile base.
Arida wallcovering from the Solace collection, Dutch Walltextile
Minimalist designs don’t have to sacrifice tactile warmth. Dutch Walltextile Company showcased a number of wallcoverings, including Arida (pictured), which is reminiscent of raw silk. The surface has a gentle irregularity that brings a cozy elegance. It can be produced in custom colors.
Minimalist designs don’t have to sacrifice tactile warmth. Dutch Walltextile Company showcased a number of wallcoverings, including Arida (pictured), which is reminiscent of raw silk. The surface has a gentle irregularity that brings a cozy elegance. It can be produced in custom colors.
Wired Wood wallcovering, Adèle Collections
It wasn’t just yarn that was woven into wallcoverings at the show. Textile and wallcovering specialist Adèle Collections displayed its Wired Wood designs, which are made from braided natural wood. It’s available in seven species — natural oak (pictured), stained oak, walnut, teak, red cedar, yellow cedar and beech — and numerous patterns, including this chevron design, and custom options.
It wasn’t just yarn that was woven into wallcoverings at the show. Textile and wallcovering specialist Adèle Collections displayed its Wired Wood designs, which are made from braided natural wood. It’s available in seven species — natural oak (pictured), stained oak, walnut, teak, red cedar, yellow cedar and beech — and numerous patterns, including this chevron design, and custom options.
Lappelle pink tubes (top center), Folds pale green triangles (center), Felice white and yellow square ribs (top left), all Elit Tile
4. 3D Tile
Textured wallcoverings weren’t confined to wallpaper. Tile was very much getting in on the act too. Three-dimensional shapes add depth and personality to interiors, and several brands highlighted interesting reliefs.
Elit Tile showcased an exciting collection of tiles in playful shapes (pictured), with triangular Folds in particular offering the chance to add a little drama.
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4. 3D Tile
Textured wallcoverings weren’t confined to wallpaper. Tile was very much getting in on the act too. Three-dimensional shapes add depth and personality to interiors, and several brands highlighted interesting reliefs.
Elit Tile showcased an exciting collection of tiles in playful shapes (pictured), with triangular Folds in particular offering the chance to add a little drama.
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3D concrete tiles, Muraali Designs
Muraali Designs showcased concrete tiles in neutral colors, but with 3D surfaces that play with light and shadow, adding depth.
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Muraali Designs showcased concrete tiles in neutral colors, but with 3D surfaces that play with light and shadow, adding depth.
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Geometric tiles, VSL Design Studio
Vanessa Soria Lima of VSL Design Studio said she finds flat tiles boring and enjoys playing with geometric shapes to give depth to her custom tiles. She had a selection on display at the show (pictured).
Vanessa Soria Lima of VSL Design Studio said she finds flat tiles boring and enjoys playing with geometric shapes to give depth to her custom tiles. She had a selection on display at the show (pictured).
Undae porcelain light installation, Andra Munro
5. Modern Craft
Handcrafted pieces continue to rise in popularity, offering a sense of the human touch at a time when we’re craving authenticity. Whether handmade porcelain paired with LEDs, polished reclaimed wood, or traditionally woven fabrics in modern designs, the crafted products on display across the event struck a beautiful balance between heritage and contemporary living.
Designer Andra Munro makes chandeliers from hundreds of backlit handmade porcelain pieces. Her delicate Undae installation (pictured), inspired by water ripples, was a calming highlight of the show.
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5. Modern Craft
Handcrafted pieces continue to rise in popularity, offering a sense of the human touch at a time when we’re craving authenticity. Whether handmade porcelain paired with LEDs, polished reclaimed wood, or traditionally woven fabrics in modern designs, the crafted products on display across the event struck a beautiful balance between heritage and contemporary living.
Designer Andra Munro makes chandeliers from hundreds of backlit handmade porcelain pieces. Her delicate Undae installation (pictured), inspired by water ripples, was a calming highlight of the show.
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Miho Harada fabric for Paranomad, showcased by Cipango
Cipango is a social enterprise that connects contemporary designers and architects with Japanese craftspeople, largely based in and around Kyoto, combining modern design with traditional techniques.
This fabric by Paranomad is made from polyester woven on a traditional “heddle” loom for a contemporary take on ikat.
Cipango is a social enterprise that connects contemporary designers and architects with Japanese craftspeople, largely based in and around Kyoto, combining modern design with traditional techniques.
This fabric by Paranomad is made from polyester woven on a traditional “heddle” loom for a contemporary take on ikat.
Leaves at My Feet – Mikiya’s Garden rug, Jaclyn Mednicov x Harigane, showcased by Cipango
Also on display at the Cipango booth was this rug by Chicago-based designer Jaclyn Mednicov and Kyoto textile specialist Mikiya Toyoshima, who creates custom-designed rugs.
Toyoshima has developed a technique for making the coarse outermost layer of the silkworm cocoon, which is often discarded, into soft fibers. He grows plants to create his own dye.
Also on display at the Cipango booth was this rug by Chicago-based designer Jaclyn Mednicov and Kyoto textile specialist Mikiya Toyoshima, who creates custom-designed rugs.
Toyoshima has developed a technique for making the coarse outermost layer of the silkworm cocoon, which is often discarded, into soft fibers. He grows plants to create his own dye.
Cameo American walnut panel, Wonderwall Studios
These beautifully tactile kite-shaped tiles were crafted by Wonderwall Studios from reclaimed walnut in its Vietnam workshop and make use of smaller, potentially useless offcuts.
These beautifully tactile kite-shaped tiles were crafted by Wonderwall Studios from reclaimed walnut in its Vietnam workshop and make use of smaller, potentially useless offcuts.
Wool and silk fabric, Megan Leech
Textile designer Megan Leech combines traditional weaving techniques with hand painting to create unique modern designs. At this year’s show, she highlighted several examples, including this handpainted wool and silk fabric in a contemporary grid pattern.
Textile designer Megan Leech combines traditional weaving techniques with hand painting to create unique modern designs. At this year’s show, she highlighted several examples, including this handpainted wool and silk fabric in a contemporary grid pattern.
Salso tiles, Patricia Urquiola for Cimento
6. Stylish Imperfection
In a rather polished digital world, imperfection can feel authentic and personal, so it’s no wonder we’re seeing the rise of uneven surfaces.
Cimento’s Salso tiles, for example, are made in any of eight different molds, each with its own pattern of “erosion” and colored with natural pigments. The company is based in Venice, Italy, and the patterns are inspired by the action of salt water wearing away stone, aiming to create a connection to nature.
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6. Stylish Imperfection
In a rather polished digital world, imperfection can feel authentic and personal, so it’s no wonder we’re seeing the rise of uneven surfaces.
Cimento’s Salso tiles, for example, are made in any of eight different molds, each with its own pattern of “erosion” and colored with natural pigments. The company is based in Venice, Italy, and the patterns are inspired by the action of salt water wearing away stone, aiming to create a connection to nature.
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Rose Astir marble tiles | Hydrofinish, Marmyk Iliopoulos
Greek marble specialist Marmyk Iliopoulos showcased its new Hydrofinish tiles, including Rose Astir (pictured), which is blasted with water to erode softer areas in the marble for a unique texture each time.
Greek marble specialist Marmyk Iliopoulos showcased its new Hydrofinish tiles, including Rose Astir (pictured), which is blasted with water to erode softer areas in the marble for a unique texture each time.
Rose tiles, Olivia Webb
Olivia Webb’s pretty mottled tiles are made from rose petals set in jesmonite and offer numerous patterns. The waste petals are sourced from the commercial floristry industry and discarded bouquets, and are then dried before being set in jesmonite, a mix of mineral-based powder and water-based acrylic resin.
Olivia Webb’s pretty mottled tiles are made from rose petals set in jesmonite and offer numerous patterns. The waste petals are sourced from the commercial floristry industry and discarded bouquets, and are then dried before being set in jesmonite, a mix of mineral-based powder and water-based acrylic resin.
Earth collection, Tabu Wood at Mundy Veneer; custom marquetry, Carl Fox
7. Rich Dark Wood
Chocolate brown has been gaining popularity in interiors over the past 12 months, with paint company Benjamin Moore naming espresso-dark Silhouette its color of the year for 2026, and wood products aren’t immune to this move toward deeper, richer browns.
Mundy Veneer revealed two new Tabu Wood veneer collections, including Earth (pictured), which features several deep chocolate colors in the mix.
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7. Rich Dark Wood
Chocolate brown has been gaining popularity in interiors over the past 12 months, with paint company Benjamin Moore naming espresso-dark Silhouette its color of the year for 2026, and wood products aren’t immune to this move toward deeper, richer browns.
Mundy Veneer revealed two new Tabu Wood veneer collections, including Earth (pictured), which features several deep chocolate colors in the mix.
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Pillow 3D wall panel, Form at Wood at Designer Walls
These tactile Pillow 3D wood tiles, which were on display at the Designer Walls booth, highlight the depth and beauty of walnut.
These tactile Pillow 3D wood tiles, which were on display at the Designer Walls booth, highlight the depth and beauty of walnut.
Dyed Eyong wood panel, Gill & Franks
Gill & Franks, which specializes in custom wood commissions and marquetry, demonstrated how beautifully dark wood pairs with brass with this decorative panel in dyed Eyong wood.
Gill & Franks, which specializes in custom wood commissions and marquetry, demonstrated how beautifully dark wood pairs with brass with this decorative panel in dyed Eyong wood.
Oak Nine reclaimed Chestnut wood flooring, Belgiqa
Dark wood flooring was very much on display at the Belgiqa booth, including its new collection of reclaimed oak stained in six colors, including rich dark Chestnut (pictured). Knots and variations in the grain give it timeless character.
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Dark wood flooring was very much on display at the Belgiqa booth, including its new collection of reclaimed oak stained in six colors, including rich dark Chestnut (pictured). Knots and variations in the grain give it timeless character.
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1. Decorative Reuse
The theme of this year’s event was Material Evolution, an idea that embraced not just the new, but the reused and reinvented as well, and there were plenty of examples of reworked waste materials across the show.
But while we’ve become used to the idea of plastic bottles made into countertops and construction waste being turned into bricks, what felt so inspiring were the numerous examples of waste materials being reinvented in intricate and beautiful ways.
The most striking piece was by “Emerging Talent” Eleanor Pickin, who uses industry offcuts and discarded veneers to craft exquisite marquetry. Her Ocean Screen (pictured) depicts an undersea world and, in addition to looking beautiful, serves to remind us of the need to take care of fragile ecosystems.
It’s full of detail (note the emerging octopus, bottom right), has a night scene on the back, and can be commissioned in sections, depending on the size of screen required.
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