3 Shifts Redefining the Modern Space in 2026

At FN Prints, we believe that whether it is a family living room or executive office, the walls around us shape how we feel, think, and connect.

This year the industry is moving away from the sterile, polished, perfect "showroom" aesthetic toward spaces that feel personal, meaningful, and intentional.

Here are the three big shifts defining space curation this year.

01. The Collected Home: Moving Beyond the "Polish"

We’re seeing a clear shift toward what’s often referred to as The Collected Home. Spaces shaped by meaning, memory, and lived experience rather than visual perfection.

The emphasis is no longer on matching furniture or coordinated finishes, but on pieces that reflect personal history, culture, and identity.

If something doesn’t carry meaning for you or your family, it rarely earns a lasting place on the wall.

In commercial environments, the same principle applies.
Art works best when it feels intentional and aligned with brand values, founder stories, and the architectural flow of the space -  rather than functioning as decoration alone.

Dome of The Rock (Arabic) from our Travel Posters Collection grounds a room in a specific cultural narrative. It isn’t just a print, but a point of connection.

02. Warm Minimalism: Aesthetics with a Heartbeat

The shift toward Warm Minimalism replaces cool, sterile palettes with terracotta, sage, and limestone.

It’s about restraint with warmth, using texture and materiality to add depth without visual noise.

At FN Prints, our approach to materials plays a key role here. Minimalist design only works when the quality behind it is undeniable.

We use heavyweight archival matte paper sourced from Japan and the UK, with a luxe 10.3 mil thickness and a 189 g/m² weight. The matte finish introduces a tactile depth that mass produced decor can’t replicate.

The result is rich, grounded artwork that allows minimalist spaces to feel warm and lived in.

Amber Horizon from our Digital Collection reflects this approach. Modern minimalism grounded in warmth and texture.

03. Biophilic Design: The Science of Neuro Aesthetics

Biophilic design has evolved beyond simply adding plants to a room.

Today, it’s increasingly informed by neuro aesthetics. Using organic forms and fractal patterns found in nature to help regulate the nervous system and reduce stress.

From living spaces, children’s bedrooms and modern workspaces, this shift reflects a growing focus on wellbeing.

To truly support biophilic design, the air quality matters as much as the visuals.

We use Epson UltraChrome GS3 inks, which are Greenguard Gold Certified. This ensures our prints are non toxic and safe for sealed, air conditioned environments - prioritising both family safety and employee wellbeing.

Golden Lotus from Our Digital Nature Collection offers a visual pause - an organic window that allows the eye, and the mind, to reset.

The Conclusion: Art as a Strategic Asset

These 3 shifts, The Collected Home, Warm Minimalism, and Biophilic Design, reflect more than changing aesthetics.

They point to a deeper desire for environments that are as intentional as the lives we live and the businesses we build.

At FN Prints, we don’t see these as passing trends, but as the foundation for a more considered approach to space.

Whether we’re curating a gallery wall for a private home or conducting a Visual Audit for a corporate workspace, our aim is the same: to move beyond decoration and toward meaningful visual narratives.

Your walls should tell a story that’s genuinely yours.