- Designers expect kitchen tiles, painted patterns and softer checkerboard stone to gain ground.
- Engineered wood better withstands changes in heat and humidity in demanding areas of the home.
- Warm wood shades and colorful patterned carpet will bring more comfort and personality to the interior.
Flooring in your home isn’t as easy to update as paint, lighting, or wall decor, but when you’re already considering replacing existing flooring, it’s essential to do at least a little research to discover trends so you don’t end up installing very outdated flooring.
If you are considering a flooring project in the near future, whether in the kitchen, living room or throughout the house, it is highly recommended that you take your time in choosing the right material, color and style.
To help you find the best flooring trend to suit your home, we spoke with professional designers to find out what flooring looks will be trending in 2027 so you can get a head start, instead of missing out on the hottest flooring designs for your home.
- Alexa Harris-Ralff is a high-end interior designer, principal and founder of the award-winning firm AHR Designs, and a member of ASID, serving as president-elect of the New Jersey chapter.
- Bailey Walton is a flooring expert and interior designer with 15 years of experience in interior design, sustainability and design education. She is currently the vice president of luxury flooring brand Anderson Tuftex.
Kitchen tiles
At one time it was considered a given that the kitchen would have tile, but this assumption quickly faded with the growing prominence of hardwood and faux wood kitchen floors.
“After many years of transitioning to hardwood floors in kitchens, we are seeing a return to tile in the kitchen,” says high-end interior designer Alexa Harris-Ralff.
Kitchen tiles can enhance the look of cabinets and cabinets, blend with walls and appliances, or even pair with a stylish kitchen countertop to create a bold statement in your kitchen.
Not only do these materials come in a wide range of colors and patterns, but they are also very durable, easy to clean, and well-suited for a high-traffic area, like the kitchen.
Painted floors
The last thing you want to do when laying a new floor is opt for a design that you will regret in the future. If your existing flooring is still in good condition, but you want to make a change, opting for a painted floor can be a bold compromise that can help your flooring stand out without a hefty investment.
And if you find that you really don’t like it in a few years, it won’t be too late to simply finish the flooring update project you had in mind in the first place.
“Painted floors are in,” says Harris-Ralff. “Think stencils and decorative paint where the floor becomes a statement.”
“Designers are embracing brights and neutrals, using color to make thoughtful statements while building on a foundation of warm, versatile neutrals,” adds interior designer Bailey Walton.
Natural stone tiles
When choosing which type of flooring is best for your home, natural stone tiles should always be on the list of possibilities.
“Checkerboard natural stone tile appears to be here to stay,” says Harris-Ralff. “We see it done with softer warm tones, mixed with white or gray and white, as opposed to classic black and white.”
Natural stone is stylish, minimalist, and durable, but it also tends to be a trend that we just can’t get enough of given its dominance in interior design over the past decade.
For those hesitant to make big changes to their home due to changing opinions and perceptions, natural stone is a go-to option that most people will enjoy for years to come.
Warm engineered hardwood
Whether you are choosing flooring for the bedroom, living room, dining room or entryway, warm engineered hardwood is an ideal choice.
Engineered hardwood construction offers the depth and warmth of real wood with improved stability to variations in temperature and humidity, which is important in kitchens, over radiant heat, or in homes with extreme seasons.
“Cool grays continue to fade as designers seek warmth and character in their spaces,” says Walton. “In their place, the natural tones of wood come into their own. Honey finishes, earthy neutrals and medium browns bring depth and softness to a room and work beautifully with a range of architectural styles.”
Wool carpet
Many homeowners have found naturally occurring wool rugs to be an attractive option because of the comfort they add to their home. Not only is wool eco-friendly, but many products also feature a fresh approach to color and pattern, with rich solids and expressive patterns used to add warmth and character.
“Designers specify carpet not only for bedrooms, but also for stairways, hallways and even living rooms,” says Walton. “Materials like wool offer sophistication, durability and performance. As a design element, carpet introduces texture, tactile, thermal and acoustic comfort, and color that hard surfaces cannot replicate.”
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