November 2025 / The Forward-Thinking Mashup


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This month, Trendease explores the creative spirit shaping 2026 and beyond — from previewing the trend forecasts of Creativeworld, Christmasworld, Ambiente, and Maison&Objet to design-forward tropical celebrations, AI-driven Neo-Folklore, and collaborations bridging cultures and craft. Plus, visit two London studios where aesthetics, purpose, and sustainability flourish in harmony. Get inspired with the November edition!

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REPORTING TO INSPIRE,
Jennifer Castoldi,
Chief Creative Director

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Features and Articles

Jennifer's November Notes

London — In a reimagined London clergy house, a visionary design duo has created a sanctuary of pattern, color, and conscience. Blending British craftsmanship with a deep reverence for nature, their richly layered interiors champion regenerative design, proving that beauty, purpose, and sustainability can thrive together in modern living.

Imperfect Mastery of Craft

London — During a visit to Faye Toogood’s studio, the Trendease Team experiences ROSE, a collaboration with Noritake—it is a poetic fusion of Japanese porcelain mastery and English garden emotion. Inspired by her South Downs kitchen garden, Toogood’s expressive hand-painted pieces bridge craft, nature, and time, celebrating beauty in imperfection and the enduring dialogue between cultures.

Preview: Ambiente Trends 26+

Frankfurt — Explore the avant premiere of the Ambiente Trends 26+, where three themes envision how we will live, work, and create in the future. From bold experimentation to ethereal design and timeless craftsmanship, these style worlds blend imagination, function, and sustainability. Uncover the aesthetic and emotional pulse of tomorrow’s spaces here.

Preview: Christmasworld Trends 26+

Frankfurt — Step into the enchanting world of Christmasworld Trends 26+, where three design directions and color palettes reimagine festive design for the coming holidays. From bold contrasts and magic lightscapes to timeless minimalism, these trends blend tradition with innovation and emotion with craftsmanship. Discover the stories, colors, and creativity that will be shaping the future of seasonal décor.

Preview: Decoration Unlimited 2026

Frankfurt — A sneak peek of Decoration Unlimited’s theme for 2026 and beyond, where festive magic meets island vibes. This radiant showcase blends pastel tones, natural textures, and tropical motifs to inspire celebrations beyond Christmas—from weddings to summer parties. See how vibrant design and clever retail staging can spark year-round joy here.

Preview: Creativeworld Trends 26+

Frankfurt — Discover the Creativeworld Trends preview of 2026, where romantic detail, radical expression, and collegiate cool redefine the DIY landscape. From delicate lacework to rebellious paint splatters and sporty retro flair, these three trend worlds celebrate individuality, emotion, and sustainability. Get inspired by the creative movements shaping tomorrow’s craft culture.

Preview: Maison&Objet Trends 26/27

Paris — At Maison&Objet January 2026, the umbrella theme ‘Past Reveals Future’ invites a return to authenticity and craftsmanship in four trend directions. In a world shaped by ecological and cultural change, design becomes meaningful, tactile, and forward-looking—where tradition sparks innovation and materials tell human stories. Learn more here.

AI-Styled Neo-Folklore

Paris — Next year at Maison&Objet, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about Neo-Folklore, where heritage meets innovation. Inspired by global cultures and imagined through AI, here, six very diverse spaces blend nations, materials, light, and color to create poetic, bleeding-edge interiors—offering rich inspiration for design, hospitality, and retail projects.