5 living room decor trends to watch in 2027

Have you ever admired a beautifully styled room, then wondered whether you’d actually feel at home in it? As we look ahead to 2027, interior trends are taking a more relaxed turn. There’s more room for colour, pattern and furniture that doesn’t all match, as we look for homes that feel comfortable and say a little more about us.

That could mean bringing an old favourite into a newly decorated room, trying a pattern you’d usually shy away from or choosing bespoke fitted sofa covers to give a much-loved sofa a different look. You can take the ideas you like and work them around what you already have.

So, what’s changing, and what’s behind it? Here are five interior design trends we expect to see more of in 2027, with ideas to help you try them at home.

1. Colour edging is giving colour drenching a run for its money

Colour drenching has been everywhere over the last few years, with walls, ceilings and woodwork all painted in the same shade to create a seamless, immersive look. Now, its slightly more playful cousin, colour edging, is stepping into the spotlight for 2027.

Rather than covering an entire room in one colour, colour edging is all about using contrasting shades to highlight the smaller architectural details that often go unnoticed. Think colourful skirting boards, painted door frames, contrasting window trims and bold edges around archways that turn everyday features into part of the décor.

For years, these details were usually painted white to blend into the background, with most of the attention going towards the walls themselves. Colour edging flips that idea around, encouraging you to have a little more fun with the parts of your home you might not usually think twice about.

A soft cream room with burgundy skirting boards, for example, can suddenly feel much more interesting, while pale pink walls paired with deep green door frames can bring a playful contrast without overwhelming the space.

One of the reasons we love this trend is that it gives you the freedom to experiment with colour without committing to painting an entire room. It’s also a great way to bring out original features, add a little unexpected colour and make a space feel more considered without everything needing to match perfectly.

2. Dark wood is making a comeback

After years of pale oak, light wooden furniture and Scandinavian-inspired interiors, darker wood is making a comeback in 2027. Rich walnut, mahogany, smoked oak and deep brown finishes are becoming increasingly popular.

For a long time, pale wooden furniture was the go-to choice for creating bright, modern homes, while darker pieces were often seen as old-fashioned or better suited to more traditional interiors. Now though, those richer finishes are being embraced once again, with people drawn to the depth, texture and timeless feel they bring into a space.

For this trend, we’re talking walnut coffee tables, vintage sideboards, antique cabinets, dark wooden dining tables and beautifully aged furniture that looks like it’s been part of the home for years. There’s something about these deeper finishes that makes a room feel instantly cosier, especially when paired with soft lighting, warm colours and textured fabrics.

What’s interesting about this trend is that dark wood doesn’t have to mean traditional decorating. A rich walnut sideboard can look just as good alongside a modern sofa and contemporary artwork as it does in a more classic setting. In fact, mixing darker wooden pieces with lighter upholstery and more modern furniture is one of the easiest ways to stop the look from feeling too heavy.

There’s also a growing appreciation for furniture that has a little history behind it. Rather than buying everything new and perfectly matched, people are becoming more interested in vintage finds, second-hand furniture and pieces that bring their own character into a room. Dark wood fits naturally into that shift, helping create homes that feel collected over time rather than furnished all at once.

3. Wall murals are turning our homes into works of art

Feature walls have been around for years, but in 2027, they’re getting a much more creative makeover. Wall murals are becoming increasingly popular, turning ordinary walls into statement features that bring artwork, colour and a whole lot of personality into the home.

From oversized florals and sweeping landscapes to botanical scenes, abstract designs and hand-painted effects, there’s plenty of room to get creative with wall murals. Some designs are bold and dramatic, turning an ordinary wall into the main feature of a room, while others use softer colours and natural imagery to create a more calming, relaxed atmosphere.

Decorative walls are nothing new, of course. Scenic wallpapers and hand-painted designs have been used in homes for centuries, but they’re now being brought back in a way that feels fresh and much more personal. Rather than choosing wallpaper just to fill an empty wall, people are using murals to create a particular mood and make a space feel more individual.

The trick is letting the mural do the talking. If you’re choosing a design with lots of detail, pairing it with softer furnishings and picking out a few colours from the artwork can help bring the room together without making it feel too busy. You don’t necessarily need a huge room to make the look work either. A mural in a small reading nook, behind a sofa or across one living room wall can create just as much impact.

4. Rich, expressive colours are taking over from safe neutrals

After years of grey sofas, white walls and endless shades of beige, interiors are starting to feel a lot more colourful again. Rich, expressive colour palettes are becoming one of the biggest trends for 2027, with warmer, deeper shades replacing the cooler neutrals that have dominated homes for so long.

Chocolate brown, burgundy, oxblood, terracotta, deep green and rich walnut tones are all becoming popular choices, alongside softer colours like celery green and warm earthy neutrals. Rather than creating spaces that feel bright and minimal, these shades bring a sense of warmth, depth and atmosphere into a room.

For years, neutral interiors were seen as the safest option, especially when it came to bigger furniture pieces and wall colours. The problem is that when everyone starts choosing the same safe shades, homes can begin to feel a little too similar. Now, there’s a growing interest in choosing colours because of how they make a room feel, rather than whether they’ll go with absolutely everything.

What’s lovely about this trend is that these colours don’t have to be used on their own. Layering different shades together can make a room feel much more interesting, whether that’s a deep green sofa paired with dark wooden furniture or burgundy upholstery alongside soft pink and warm brown accessories.

It’s less about choosing one colour and building everything around it, and more about creating a palette that feels warm, balanced and full of character.

5. Pattern mixing is making interiors a little less predictable

Matching everything perfectly is starting to feel a little outdated, and pattern mixing is one of the trends bringing more personality back into our homes for 2027. Instead of sticking to plain fabrics and one statement print, people are becoming more confident about combining different patterns, colours and textures in the same space.

Floral cushions, striped upholstery, gingham checks, decorative wallpaper and vintage-inspired prints are all making their way back into our homes, often layered together to create spaces that feel warm and full of character. Designs that were once associated with traditional country homes or your grandparents’ living room are finding their way back into modern interiors, but with a fresher, more contemporary approach to styling.

For years, the usual decorating advice was to choose one bold pattern and keep everything else fairly neutral to avoid making a room feel too busy. Now, there’s a growing appreciation for interiors that feel a little more collected, where different prints sit alongside each other without everything needing to follow the same style.

Of course, there’s a difference between mixing patterns and throwing every print you love into one room. One of the easiest ways to make the look work is to combine patterns of different sizes while keeping a few colours consistent throughout the space. A large floral print paired with smaller gingham checks or simple stripes, for example, can create a layered look that still feels balanced.

Pattern mixing also gives you the chance to bring older pieces into a more modern setting. A vintage floral armchair can look beautiful alongside a contemporary striped cushion or a more understated sofa, creating a room that feels full of character rather than overly coordinated.

The whole idea is to have a little more fun with decorating and stop worrying quite so much about whether everything is supposed to match. After all, some of the most interesting homes are the ones that don’t look like they’ve been furnished from the same catalogue.

Make your home your own in 2027

These are just a few of the interior design trends we’re expecting to see throughout 2027, but there’s one thing they all have in common. Homes are becoming warmer, more expressive and much more personal, with less focus on following strict decorating rules and more freedom to create spaces that reflect the people living in them.

Whether you’re drawn to playful colour edging, rich wooden furniture, statement murals or mixing patterns that you wouldn’t normally put together, the idea is to take inspiration from the trends you love and make them work for your own home.

You don’t need to completely redesign your space to embrace a new look either. Sometimes, updating your existing furniture, introducing a new colour or changing a few fabrics can make a room feel completely different without replacing pieces you already love.

At Cover My Furniture, we believe you shouldn’t have to replace a perfectly good sofa just to refresh your interiors. Our bespoke fitted sofa covers let you transform your furniture while keeping things practical, comfortable and family-friendly at the same time.

Thinking of giving your home a refresh in 2027? Our team is here to help! Get in touch via our contact form, email us at [email protected], or give us a call on 01772 901507 to chat through your options. If you’d like to see the fabrics in your own space first, you can also order up to five free samples and find the perfect match for your home!