2026 Color and Design Trends – NKBA

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2026 Color and Design Trends

When:

January 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET

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What You Will Learn

Join us for an insightful and inspiring presentation that explores the color and design trends shaping 2026 and beyond. Discover the emerging styles, palettes and materials that will shape the future of residential spaces. Learn from the influencers driving these trends and gain valuable insights into what today’s consumers will be seeking to create spaces that align with their moods and mindsets.

This presentation is a must-see for professionals looking to enhance their product offerings and incorporate the style and colors that will resonate with clients.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explore color and design trends shaping 2026 and beyond.
  • Identify emerging styles, palettes, and materials influencing residential spaces.
  • Gain insights into consumer preferences to better align products with client needs.
Featured Presenter
Ruthanne Hanlon,
National Color and Design Manager of Pittsburgh Paints Co

Ruthanne has been in the field of interior design since 1994. Her career includes experience in kitchen and bath design, custom furnishings, and space planning. Ruthanne has focused specifically on color specifications since joining the Pittsburgh Paints Co. (formerly the architectural division of PPG North America) in 2000. She has consulted on commercial and residential projects using the powerful impact color has in transforming a space and creating an atmosphere while providing the personalization and character everyone strives for. Ruthanne joined the PPG Global Color Team in 2010 and has been directly involved in identifying and translating influencers and the direction of color and design trends, as they apply to a variety of segments.

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