As we start 2025, many of us are thinking about giving our homes a fresh new look.
Home design trends are always changing, and this year brings exciting updates that will help make your home feel more connected to you and the world around you.
Designers are focusing on trends like color drenching, vintage pieces paired with modern designs, and an emphasis on craftsmanship.
Let’s take a closer look at these major trends that will shape interior design this year.
Key Takeaways
- Bright colors like mustard yellow and emerald green, bold patterns, and creative ceiling designs make homes full of personality.
- Vintage furniture, handmade items, and materials that are good for the planet are helping people create unique and meaningful spaces.
- Homes are being designed to appeal to all the senses, using soft textures, soothing scents, and natural elements like wood and plants to make spaces feel calm and cozy.
Maximalism Returns with Sophistication
Maximalism is back, but it’s not as messy as before. This new style is more so about bold, carefully chosen designs with dramatic color schemes, patterns, and textures.
Shauna Jones of Shauna Glenn Design in Fort Worth, Texas, explains how the psychology of color is shaping interiors now.
Kitchens, traditionally neutral spaces, now embrace bold shades like mustard yellow, emerald green, burnt orange, and cobalt blue.
A cool trend is “color drenching,” where a whole room is done in one bold color or similar shades.
Sara Swabb from Storie Collective in Washington, D.C., says this makes spaces feel super personal and memorable atmospheres.
Bathrooms are also stepping up, with Sydney Levy from Anthony Wilder Design/Build in Maryland saying powder rooms are getting covered in patterned wallpaper—even on the ceiling.
The ceiling, often called the “fifth wall,” is becoming a focal point in interior design.
Sara Swabb mentions decorative ceilings adorned with wallpaper, architectural details, or bold paint add unexpected elegance to living spaces.
Earthy Browns Make a Strong Statement
Earthy tones, particularly brown, continue to dominate in 2025
Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is a soft, cozy color that connects people to nature.
Dan Mazzarini, from BDHM in New York, says brown is great for creating warm, timeless spaces.
Gideon Mendelson, from the Mendelson Group in New York, says this trend is inspired by the 1970s, a time known for its classic style that still feels fresh today.
Brown is super versatile. It can be used as the main color in a room or just as an accent, and it instantly makes a space feel deeper and more inviting.
This trend also ties into the growing love for biophilic design, which brings natural vibes into homes.
Custom Furniture Replaces Fast Trends
The demand for bespoke furniture is rising as homeowners prioritize craftsmanship, sustainability, and personalization.
Pietro Bacchi, co-CEO of Artefacto New York, says more people want furniture that stands out and tells a story, like custom dining tables or semi-custom sofas.
Erin Coren of Curated Nest in Greenwich, Connecticut, explains that the pandemic changed people’s attitudes toward furniture.
When delays made it hard to get ready-made items, many started looking into custom options, and that shift led to a lasting love for furniture that shows off personal style.
Now, homeowners want designs that are layered, one-of-a-kind, and full of character to make their homes feel special.
Vintage Meets Modern for Sustainable Style
Vintage furniture will become a big part of interior design in 2025 and help homes feel cozy and full of personality.
Designers combine vintage pieces with modern elements to create timeless and stylish spaces.
Sydney Levy from Anthony Wilder Design/Build says adding vintage furniture, like reupholstered club chairs, helps reduce waste and gives a room personality and character.
Her team usually combines 90% custom-made furniture with 10% vintage pieces to create the perfect balance.
Vintage lighting is also becoming popular again, with designers pairing retro fixtures like Murano glass lamps with sleek, modern pendants.
Walls Take Center Stage
In 2025, walls are getting a lot more attention as homeowners find new ways to make their spaces stand out.
Erin Coren points out that vertical wood paneling styles, like tambour, fluting, and reeding, are becoming very popular.
Traditional styles like wainscoting and beadboard are also updated with bold paint colors and glossy finishes to give them a fresh, modern look.
Murals and handmade Moroccan tiles, like Zellige, turn walls into true works of art.
Shauna Jones explains that these tiles add warmth and character to rooms like kitchens with their rich textures and shiny surfaces.
Because their shapes are a bit irregular, they allow for creative patterns, whether you want something classic or more modern and abstract.
Engaging All the Senses
Designing for the senses is becoming more important.
Maedeh Ziaei Moayyed of TriVistaUSA in Arlington, Virginia, explains that engaging all five senses—sight, sound, touch, smell, and even taste—can improve emotional well-being.
Techniques like playing calming music, using aroma diffusers, and incorporating textured materials make homes feel more inviting.
This approach connects with the biophilic design we touched on earlier.
Lighting, Technology, and Evolving Kitchens
In 2025, lighting serves a dual purpose—bringing light to a room while elevating its overall design.
Brianna Via encourages homeowners to invest in standout light fixtures like bold chandeliers or unique pendants.
These pieces anchor a room and often become conversation starters.
Hidden technology is also becoming a regular feature in homes.
Innovations like picture-frame TVs and furniture with built-in USB ports offer convenience without affecting the room’s style.
While some designers, like Sarah Lambert, warn against overcomplicating homes with too much tech, others see these features as practical and helpful.
The Takeaway: Make Your Space Your Own
This year is about creating a home that reflects who you are.
Forget strict design rules or trends that don’t feel like you.
So, if you’ve been dreaming of updating your home, let this be the year you make it happen.
Try that bold idea you’ve been hesitant about.
Mix styles and pieces you love, even if they don’t seem to “match” perfectly.
Your home should tell your story, make you feel comfortable, and reflect your unique taste.
The possibilities are endless, and the result will be a space that’s truly yours.
