The Walnut Edit: Why 2026 is all about the tonal nursery

A shift towards warmth, depth and quiet luxury 

Nursery interiors are entering a new chapter. 

We're seeing lighter timbers giving way to deeper, more expressive tones like walnut, bringing warmth and depth into the space. At the same time, there’s a move away from the traditional ‘themed’ baby room towards nurseries that feel like a natural extension of the home, with a focus on quality pieces designed to last and evolve over time.

At the centre of this shift is tonal design. Rather than relying on exact colour matches or strong contrast, tonal spaces are built from layers of complementary shades that naturally sit well together. The result is a nursery that feels cohesive and balanced, without looking overly styled.

It’s also what gives the space its sense of ease. Subtle variations in colour and texture add depth, so the room feels lived in from the beginning, not staged or overly 'perfect'. And as new pieces are introduced over time, they blend in rather than stand out, allowing the space to evolve naturally as your baby grows.

The Walnut Edit leans into this direction. Each piece is designed within the same 'visual language', making it easy to create a nursery that feels cohesive and intentional, yet effortlessly chic, from the outset. 

Hygge: A softer way to live and design 

The Walnut Edit is inspired by hygge, the Danish philosophy centred around warmth, comfort and slowing down. 

It’s reflected in the way the nursery feels to live in. Calm, cocooned and easy to move through. A space designed not just for how it looks, but for the everyday moments that unfold within it.

Hello curves, craftsmanship and luxury colours

The Walnut Edit is defined by how texture, tone and form come together. 

Juno in Luxe Walnut brings warmth and depth, with panelled detailing and refined brass accents adding a subtle sense of luxury. The Celeste in Pebble Weave softens the space through its bouclé texture, now in a richer, warmer tone. 

Curves run throughout the collection, from the Juno Collection to the sculptural Celeste and the softer forms of the bassinets. These are balanced by the Nova Change Mat, introducing a more defined, structured edge. The result is a space that feels cohesive, layered and quietly elevated.