There’s a new kind of glamour emerging in interiors. A new vibe that feels less minimalist and more mood piece: dramatic, sensual, evocative of velvet-draped theatres and candlelight soirées.

In 2026, Pinterest’s trend forecast highlights the Opera Aesthetic as a leading influence across fashion, beauty, event style and interiors.

This isn’t about costume-like décor. It’s about transforming the everyday into the extraordinary. It’s about infusing residential spaces with narrative layers, theatrical allure, and a sense that every room is set for an occasion. Here’s how designers are bringing this rich, cinematic trend home!

As an architectural designer, having the right tools and apps can significantly enhance your workflow, creativity, and productivity. Whether you're sketching initial concepts, creating detailed renderings, or managing client presentations, the best architectural design tools are essential to streamline your process. In this article, I’ll share the top 10 architecture and design tools and apps that I can’t live without. From digital sketching apps like Procreate to presentation tools like Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva, these must-have resources will help you take your designs to the next level.

Hi and Welcome to KNOF design!

WE are KNOF.

Where luxury interiors become spaces as unique as you are.

We are a design firm derived by a sum of our International experiences and your most treasured stories. Together we create our own language.

Before we get started, why don’t I tell you a little bit more about myself and how I got here…

I’m a world travelling homebody. A lover of language. A wordplay wordsmith. A thirsty mind. A curious cat and a lover of dogs. A visual communicator who is quick to the draw.

I always dreamed of having the Barbie Dream House. I never got the Barbie Dream Home. I had to get creative! ‘It’s not about what you get, but what you give’ this was a phrase ingrained in me by my Mother from an early age. She raised us with a strong sense of values of doing onto others.

It’s better to give than to receive was a phrase my Mom often uttered. She showered us with love and that was better than any gift I could of ever asked for.

September 9th, 2021 a day I’ll never forget. It was the first day of school for many and it was last day I would have with my Mom.

We have all heard all the clichéd sayings about transformations and about needing to start from somewhere…the only way is up…..better now than never…

Color has a profound impact on our psyche. It helps encourage feelings and has symbolic meaning. Pink often associated with Love, Romance, Softness, Delicacy, Sweetness, Friendship, and Compassion.

There are many advantages in making sure that your home is as energy efficient as possible. Living in an energy efficient home makes you feel good, knowing that you're living a lifestyle that’s generally advantageous for the environment.