6 Interior Design Rules That No Longer Apply In 2026

Following every design rule you hear these days is both impossible and pointless. Some directly conflict with one another, and others are just simply antiquated.

Designers have a pretty good gauge of which interior design rules are based on subjective opinions, and which ones actually provide a valuable framework for creating a beautiful home. We asked three of them to share a few rules they believe should no longer apply in 2026, and let's just say we are feeling pretty relieved.

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