Jonathan Adler’s No. 1 Rule for Millennial Decorators

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If your home is still caught in a sea of Millennial gray, Jonathan Adler would like a word. For years, millennial decorating was practically synonymous with neutral everything: gray floors, beige rugs, white walls, bouclé furniture, and pared-back spaces designed to look pristine on Instagram a la reality star homes in Calabasas.

But in 2026, the pendulum has swung in the opposite direction. Maximalist interiors, bold colors, graphic patterns, and homes that actually look lived-in are taking over. 

• Jonathan Adler throw pillow: Jonathan Adler Snow Leopard Woven Pillow
• Editor-loved Jonathan Adler Ruggable collab: Rio Multicolor Rug
• Best non-boring neutral rug: Oscar Ochre Rug

According to the iconic potter and designer, you don’t need to completely redecorate to give your home more personality. His No. 1 rule? Start right under your feet.

“A solid beige rug is a bore: there, I said it,” Adler told E!. Instead, he recommends choosing a patterned rug you genuinely love and building from there. And going graphic doesn’t mean going overboard.

"There are no rules," he explained. "If you love it, it will work and set a chic foundation. Start with a softer palette or smaller space, and always consider scale.

"For my new collection with Ruggable I did the work for you, exploring softer, more organic patterns while keeping plenty of my signature color and personality in the mix. When it comes to decorating, I exhort folks to start with a graphic rug and work from there. You won’t look back, I promise!”

You can shop our favorite pieces from his collab below.

Jonathan Adler Snow Leopard Woven Pillow

Yes, Ruggable offers more than just rugs. With a spill-safe insert and washable cover, Ruggable’s interchangeable system allows you to mix and match styles whenever the mood strikes. This leopard woven pillow will add much needed color to your space.

Rio Multicolor Rug

The brand's most popular textured style, adding depth and a polished finish to any space. Choose from many sizes and three colors. Prices vary.

Snow Leopard Sapphire Rug

This stunning leopard rug will be the talk of all who visit your home. Choose from multiple sizes. Prices vary.

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