Austin Interior Designer Sarah Stacey Named to House Beautiful's 2026 Next Wave List
The 130-year-old design magazine spotlights Sarah Stacey and 14 other designers shaping the future of residential design.
Key Facts:
Sarah Stacey Interior Design was named to House Beautiful's 2026 Next Wave list
The studio is based in Austin, Texas
Sarah Stacey is known for bold color, curated antiques, and personal, story-driven interiors
For nearly three decades, House Beautiful has released an annual roundup of "Next Wave" designers. The list celebrates emerging talent and future design leaders.
We're humbled to say Sarah Stacey Interior Design (SSID) made the 2026 Next Wave class. The 130-year-old magazine highlighted Sarah for her knack for transforming vibrant color, curated vintage, and playful prints into personal spaces.
What Is House Beautiful's Next Wave List?
The Next Wave list is House Beautiful's annual roundup of emerging interior designers. Next Wave designers are those that the magazine believes are shaping the future of residential design. The 2026 class includes 15 designers chosen for a distinct point of view and ability to transform living spaces into homes.
Top Interior Designers for 2026: Meet the 2026 Next Wave Designers
In addition to Sarah, House Beautiful celebrated 14 other rising stars as the industry's "best, brightest, and most creative." Up next, we shared a few of our favorites:
Chloe Heath, Heath Interiors (Los Angeles, CA)
Based in Los Angeles. Heath Interiors is a residential interior design firm founded and led by Chloe Heath. Chloe designs warm, thoughtfully layered interiors with natural materials.
Louis Lin, Studio Louis Lin (New York City, NY)
Louis Lin runs his New York City practice with over 15 years of experience in residential design. He is celebrated for his range across styles and eras.
Blair Moore, Moore House Design (New York and Rhode Island)
Blair Moore started her New York and Rhode Island firm after an earlier career designing footwear. Blair is praised for her story-driven approach to interiors.
Tiffany Skilling, Tiffany Skilling Interiors (Indianapolis, IN)
Tiffany Skilling is best known for her "storytelling through design" philosophy. Tiffany specializes in historic home renovations.
Sarah Stacey, Sarah Stacey Interior Design (Austin, TX)
Last but not least (how could we not include ourselves?) — Sarah Stacey is renowned for her high-octane color, handpicked vintaged pieces, and deeply personal interiors. She designs spaces that are as pretty as they are practical.
House Beautiful editors said it best: "She designs not just for beauty, but for life."
Work with a Next Wave Designer
The SSID team is grateful to House Beautiful and to every client who trusted us enough to let a room get a little bold. If you want to see the kind of work that earned us a place on the list, check out our portfolio.
Better yet — reach out! We'd love to talk about your vision and space.
FAQ
What is House Beautiful's Next Wave list?
House Beautiful's Next Wave list is an annual roundup spotlighting emerging interior designers the magazine considers the future of the industry. The 2026 class marks the brand's 130th year in print and includes 15 designers.
Who is Sarah Stacey?
Sarah Stacey is an Austin, Texas-based interior designer and founder of Sarah Stacey Interior Design (SSID), known for bold color, curated antiques, and interiors built around each client's personal story.
Why was Sarah Stacey named to the 2026 Next Wave list?
Sarah Stacey was named to the list for her distinct, color-forward point of view, combining vintage pieces with a fearless approach to design.
Where is Sarah Stacey Interior Design based?
Sarah Stacey Interior Design is based in Austin, Texas, and works on residential and commercial projects across Texas and Tennessee.
How can I work with Sarah Stacey Interior Design?
You can start the process by emailing us at sarah@sarahstaceydesign.com or filling out this form. Our Client Services Manager, Abbey, will reach out to book a 15-minute discovery call.
