Maison&Objet 2026: Trendcheck by Dantone Home
From January 15th to 19th, Paris hosted Maison&Objet 2026. Its theme — "Past Reveals Future" — established the direction: a conscious return to archetypes, craftsmanship, and heritage, viewed through the lens of contemporary materials and needs, with a key focus on emotional comfort. This kind of synthesis — a dialogue with history, environmental wholeness, and human-centricity — defines our work and philosophy.
A Link Between Eras
The fair's theme finds a direct echo in our new Bradley collection, which engages in a dialogue with heritage. We took inspiration from Dan Johnson's Viscount model, designed in the 1950s for Selig, and refined its construction for contemporary production, adapting materials for practical, everyday use.
The Unity of Indoor and Outdoor
A noted fair trend is the blurring of boundaries between interior and exterior. The expanded Outdoor section reflects a shared desire for environmental coherence, where aesthetics transcend setting. This principle is fundamental to our key outdoor collections, where both the environment and the mood it fosters are paramount.
The Tulum collection is a perfect example. Its distinctive design, inspired by the spirit of a Mexican resort, evokes a sense of seaside escape. The collection's signature lies in expressive details: solid acacia legs that extend past the seat, fluid streamlined shapes, and decorative rope wrapping.
The bestseller Taormina, designed by Laura Grézard, asserts a new standard for outdoor furniture aesthetics. A lightweight yet sturdy aluminum frame, woven textured fabric, and a deep emerald color nod to Mediterranean classics, championing elegance as the foremost criterion for outdoor pieces.
Material Definition
The extensive use of metal confirmed the trend towards structural clarity and tactility. Its reflective surfaces, playing with light, add depth and a graphic quality to space. For instance, the texture and surface shimmer are precisely what animate the sculptural form of the monolithic Lanthe table with its antique brass finish.
The tactile aspect is fully realized in the Karma lamp, where a textured metal finish invites touch, transforming the object from merely visual to truly tangible.
Design as Mood
A key demand emerged for pieces that define atmosphere. Color and form became primary tools for shaping the character of living spaces. A touch of lightness and playfulness is introduced, for example, by the Bailey ottoman and the neotenic Tommy ottoman.
The expressive lines and bold upholstery of swivel armchairs such as Sonora, Bowie, and Jerome paint comfort in different colors. The option for full customization — selecting fabric texture and shade — in our Design Lab allows this dialogue with trends to become a deeply personal statement.
The philosophy of dopamine decor finds its most vivid expression in the Design at Play trend, where deliberately playful forms become self-sufficient art objects. This is perfectly illustrated by sculptural lamps such as Adon or Copo. Their rich colors and artistic silhouettes create powerful visual anchors, charging a space with energy.
The conceptual resonance with the key trends of Maison&Objet 2026 is only natural. It confirms a shared view on design's purpose: to create a cohesive and emotionally rich environment.
