9 Interior Design Choices That'll Never Go Out of Style, According to Designers

These timeless decisions will serve you well regardless of the year on the calendar.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Most of us have fallen victim to a flash-in-the-pan design trend that went out of style as soon as it entered the scene. However, certain decorating choices stand the test of time and will serve you well regardless of the year. Designers share the interior design features that will never go out of style, including natural stone countertops, layers of color and texture, a fireplace, well-made and well-maintained furniture, unlacquered brass hardware, thoughtful furniture layout, classic furniture silhouettes, and unexpected sculptural touches.

Why it matters

Knowing which interior design choices are timeless can help homeowners make smart investments in their homes that will last for years to come. By focusing on classic, high-quality elements, homeowners can create spaces that feel curated and personal, rather than falling victim to fleeting trends.

The details

The designers recommend several timeless interior design features, including natural stone countertops like marble, quartzite, and soapstone, which offer beauty and durability. Layering colors, textures, and materials like wood, stone, and metal creates a balanced, organic feel. Fireplaces, whether real or faux, lend immediate comfort and focus to a space. Well-made, well-maintained furniture from any era can be refreshed and integrated into a space. Unlacquered brass hardware ages beautifully. Thoughtful furniture layout prioritizes flow, comfort, and conversation. Classic furniture silhouettes like elegant lines of Louis XV and Louis XVI pieces look fresh in leather or suede. And unexpected sculptural touches, such as curvy furniture or architectural light fixtures, showcase design prowess.

  • The article was published on February 27, 2026.

The players

Stephanie Sabbe

An interior designer in Nashville, Tennessee.

Adrianne Bugg

The principal designer for Pillar & Peacock interior design in Florence, Alabama, which she co-founded with Brandeis Short.

Amanda Reynal

An interior designer in West Des Moines, Iowa and Palm Beach, Florida, and the designer of the Lilly Pulitzer-inspired room in the 2025 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach.

Leah Harmatz

The founder of Field Theory Design in San Francisco and the designer of Hotel Lilien in Tannersville, New York.

Kellie Sirna

The owner and principal of Studio 11 Design in Dallas, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“The better the interior architecture, the easier it is to decorate—and the less likely you'll ever tire of it.”

— Stephanie Sabbe, interior designer

“Keeping it classic with a slight twist feels curated and personal.”

— Adrianne Bugg, principal designer

“Each slab has unique veining and texture; bringing depth and organic elegance to a space. Natural stone ages gracefully, too, and develops more character over time.”

— Amanda Reynal, interior designer

“A home always feels more complete if it has a fireplace. The fire has been the center of our existence and captured our imagination since the beginning of time. Having a fireplace gives immediate comfort and focus. It's the ideal center of a home.”

— David Kaihoi, interior designer and owner of Redd Kaihoi

“One of my favorite ways to elevate a room's design story is through sculptural elements. Innovative shapes and textures showcase a certain level of design prowess and confidence.”

— Kellie Sirna, owner and principal of Studio 11 Design

The takeaway

By focusing on timeless interior design choices that will stand the test of time, homeowners can create spaces that feel curated, personal, and elevated, rather than falling victim to fleeting trends. These classic elements, from natural stone countertops to thoughtful furniture layout, will serve homeowners well for years to come.