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Step inside HGTV Smart Home 2026, where the entryway introduces soft neutrals and handcrafted details. A vibrant powder room and a cleverly designed under-stairs office show how thoughtful design carries through even the home’s smallest spaces.
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A Welcoming First Impression
From the moment you step inside HGTV Smart Home 2026, a soothing palette of Balanced Beige and Aesthetic White creates an inviting atmosphere that feels both warm and effortlessly refined.
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Elevated Entryway Details
Beige wainscoting adds warmth and texture to the space, while a custom tapestry by a local artist, topped with beaded trimwork, introduces an elegant detail that feels polished yet approachable.
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Smart Home Security
Security is thoughtfully integrated into the home’s design, with a smart system that allows homeowners to easily monitor and manage the home.
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Classic Lighting Moments
Three pendant lights tucked into the soffit create a traditional, cozy feel. Dark wood wide-plank floors ground the room with timeless character.
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Nature-Inspired Powder Room
Just off the entry, a vibrant powder room captures the spirit of the Floridian landscape, thanks to a custom live oak mural by a local artist.
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A Skirted Sink Moment
A skirted sink in a subtle neutral stripe creates a soft silhouette, offering a gentler look than HGTV Smart Home designs of past years.
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Collected Character
Leaning into the home’s cottage charm, designers Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt styled the space with a vintage mirror above the sink.
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Playful Lighting Detail
A scalloped pendant with warm brass detailing adds a delicate touch and soft glow in this petite space.
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Simple Shelf Styling
To keep the focus on the striking mural, a small shelf holds bathroom essentials along with a few understated accents.
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Thoughtful Moments
Opposite the toilet, a curved accent table displays a few thoughtful touches that add warmth and reinforce the home’s cottage charm.
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Under-Stairs Office
A small closet beneath the stairs was transformed into a clever home office, creating a tucked-away spot for taking work calls.
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Airy Workspace Entrance
Rather than a traditional solid closet door, designers selected glass to keep the nook feeling light and airy while providing an attractive backdrop for video calls.
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A Look Into the Living Area
Just beyond the under-stairs office, the entryway opens toward the home’s main living area, offering the first glimpse of the bright gathering spaces ahead.
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Small Office, Smart Solutions
Despite its small footprint, the under-stairs office is thoughtfully equipped for working from home, with wall-mounted baskets for organization and a floating desk that maximizes the layout.