The simplest way to update tired interiors? Invest in eye-catching or clever pieces that make an immediate visual impact. Think colourful tableware, patterned textiles, quirky decor and beautiful bedding, or upgrade your daily rituals with clever kitchen tools and hardworking gadgets you’ll reach for time and again.
If you’re ready for a bigger change, a statement piece of furniture, like a shapely occasional chair or sculptural side table, can transform the flow of an entire space.
Whether you’re reviving a forgotten nook, overhauling a room, or searching for tools to enhance your daily rituals, shop the latest homeware and furniture finds on our radar below.
2026’s hottest decor, homewares, furniture & tech
Sage x Clare Karina Bath Mat
$105.90 at Tea Pea
A pop of colour in the bathroom is an instant charmer. This Sage x Clare Karina bathmat is both luxurious and fun.
Neo Umbrella
$89 at Blunt
Be prepared for rain wherever the day takes you with Neo, Blunt’s smallest and lightest umbrella yet. Folding down to just 26cm, it’s 30% smaller than the Metro and slips effortlessly into a handbag, jacket or backpack side pocket.
Antipasto Double Oven Glove
$34.90 at Wallace Cotton
An ode to cheese and charcuterie boards, and the perfect thank you present for your host.
1978 Sofa
From $6,890 (usually $14,039) at King Living
Conversation pits are back. We’d like to create one with the 1978 Sofa – and add a shag rug carpet, of course.
Signature Slim Solar+ wireless keyboard K980
$199.95 at Logitech
Power your home office with this clever wireless keyboard, which uses both solar and artificial light to stay charged.
Google Home Speaker
$219 at Google
The newest Google Home Speaker acts as a helpful assistant for your home, and the best part? You don’t need to lift a finger. Powered by Gemini, the intelligent device can set reminders, check the weather, play music, control other smart home devices and so much more, all through simple voice commands.
Billy Table Lamp
$103.99 (usually $129.99) at Mocka
The little hints of pink and brown are ideal for a neutral lover who is slowly introducing colour.
Kindle Scribe Colorsoft 64 GB (newest gen)
$999.09 at Amazon
What’s better than an e-reader? One that doubles as a notebook. The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft lets you read, jot down notes and mark up documents all in one place, using the included pen.
The new colour display feels more like paper than a screen, making it ideal for scribbling down ideas, highlighting passages or taking meeting notes.
1000X THE COLLEXION Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
$999.95 at Sony
Transform your living room into your own private listening lounge with these premium headphones. Designed to block out distractions and deliver rich, immersive sound, they’re perfect for streaming shows, gaming or listening to music and podcasts in peace, even in the busiest of households.
SpotClean Mini
$199 at Bissell
Your sofa shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions. If you’re worried about muddy paws, sticky fingers or the occasional red wine spill, the SpotClean Mini tackles everything from carpets and stairs to car seats and pet beds. Compact in size, it’s ideal for apartments and homes short on storage. Go on, pour the red wine.
Hay Arcs Salt & Pepper Grinder
$169 at Paper Plane
Perfect for the daily grind, these Hay Arcs salt and pepper grinders were designed by Belgian duo, Fien Muller and Hans Van Severen.
Stevens Cambridge Dinner Set (12 Piece)
$189.99 at Farmers
It’s prime dinner party season, so here’s your sign to upgrade your crockery.
Sterling Candle
$179 at Ceene
Cedar and patchouli meet violet and rose (among other dreamy scents). The holder is a keeper too.
Carbon Steel Wok
$230 at Le Creuset
A rapid heating, non-stick iron masterpiece that makes tossing and stir-frying feel effortless, while sealing in that signature wok-fired flavour in seconds.
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