Home Design Trends for 2025 – The Ones We Love (& Don’t!)

Curious about which trends designers are predicting for the coming year? Today we’re sharing the 8 biggest home design trends for 2025!

It’s that time of year again! Time to talk design trends – what’s in, what’s out, as well as which trends we love. I actually look forward to writing this every year. Not because I’m a died-in-the-wool trend follower (I’m definitely not!) but because it’s fun! I love seeing what’s being predicted for this year and what’s been growing in popularity. 

Because design does not change as often as fashion, you’ll see that none of these are actually brand new. Rather, they’re trends that have been growing steadily over the last couple of years. Designers and shelter magazines see change as it’s happening, and when they see something gaining popularity and popping up more often, they know that’s a trend worth watching.

As I said earlier, I’m not one to follow trends obsessively or overload my house with the latest Instagram-popular piece of furniture, but I think it’s important to know what’s in. That way I can add a piece or two of a trend if I choose to or change something up slightly for a more updated feel. One of the easiest ways to keep your home looking fresh is to add a touch of a new trend!

So after researching and reading a lot on this topic, I’m sharing 8 of the major home design trends for 2025!

 

1. Color Drenching

 

Rooms have steadily gotten darker and moodier over the last few years, and now designers are going all in on color with a trend called ‘color drenching.’ This trend involves painting all or most of a room’s surfaces in a single color or a few related tones. This usually includes the walls, ceiling, trim, molding, and baseboards.

And the colors used now (as opposed to when it first appeared) are more ‘quietly’ colorful. These are typically strong earth tones like green which convey the drama without feeling overwhelming.

I’ll be honest, this isn’t a trend that I would normally gravitate to. However, after seeing the room above by Jean Stoffer, it can be gorgeous when done well! Not only does the darker color add drama and sophistication to the space, it also makes it feel cozier. Color drenching works well in almost any space that isn’t too large, but it’s especially good in smaller rooms like offices, dens, or powder rooms.

 

2. Artful Lighting 

 

A few years ago statement lighting started becoming a big trend. At the time, larger, oversized lighting was what everyone was talking about. But as I said, these trends sometimes morph over a couple of years. In this case the ‘statement lighting’ trend has changed from big, brash lighting to artful lighting elements that are unique to the space. These can be something charming or whimsical, or even unique vintage lighting.

Neither of the chandeliers above are bold, but they are truly special! They’re both romantic in feel, yet also modern. They create a focal point in the space because they draw your eye up, and they play perfectly with the other elements in the room without overtaking them.

An easy trend to implement, using artful lighting allows you to bring in some personality and uniqueness to a space. 

 

3. Arches & Curves

 

This design trend is definitely a favorite! Arches are a nod to European design, and I love the drama that they bring to a space. One of the most effective ways to bring in depth, arches not only bring visual interest, but they also create a sense of flow and openness. Arched doorways can help soften both a plain exterior as well as a boxy room.

And arches aren’t limited to doorways and ceilings! We’re seeing it in windows, as well as furniture, with arched cabinets being one of the most popular furniture items around today! You can find them at almost every store, at every price point.

 

4. Wall & Ceiling Treatments 

 

Wall and ceiling treatments seem to be everywhere now! They’ve been growing in popularity, and now there’s an explosion of texture in interior spaces. Wall moldings are ubiquitous, but we’re also seeing wallpapered ceilings, wood paneling, and decorative plaster finishes. All of these add depth and interest to a room, but are relatively inexpensive to implement.

I love this trend! Not only because wall and ceiling treatments add so much to a space, but also because it gives a room a more timeless feel. We added moldings to our bedroom as well as the dining room, and it’s amazing the difference it made in those spaces!

 

5. Earth Tones 

 

The craze for earth tones started a few years ago, and it isn’t dying down anytime soon! After more than a decade of cooler grey interiors, earth tones are back in a big way. Warm color palettes are being used in paint and fabrics, while darker wood furniture pieces are gaining in popularity.

But it’s not just browns that are on the upswing, earth tones now include shades of green like olive along with the beiges and browns. Even neutrals are getting warmer with creamier beiges replacing crisp, stark whites. And I’m here for it! The bathroom above is technically a “white” bathroom, yet it feels rich and not stark due to wood moldings, warm terracotta tiles, and pops of brown and beige.

 

6. Cozy Romanticism

 

One of the trends mentioned more than any other is ‘romantic’ or ‘romanticism’ and you’ll see that many of the trends we’re talking about today are really under that umbrella. And though there is a return to traditional furniture and floral fabrics, this particular trend is more about spatial romanticism.

People are not just adding things like like butler’s pantries and formal dining rooms, but also carving out ‘moments’ within their homes. Design elements like charming window seats or a seating arrangement in a cozy corner are on the upswing.

Romanticizing your life has been a buzzword for a while now, and this is just an extension of that applied to your home. You could easily embrace this trend by adding a chair to an unused corner for reading, or setting up a coffee bar that elevates your morning brew. 

 

7. English Country Style

 

Endlessly charming, this trend includes everything from floral pillows, to wallpaper, to window coverings. Natural materials are also an important part of English country and something that has been growing in popularity for a couple of years now.

Using striped and floral fabrics, skirted furniture, more vintage and antique pieces, natural jute or wool rugs, as well as stone and brick all feel homey and old-fashioned in the best way. To me, English country style is timeless and I love that it’s having a resurgence!

 

8. Pattern on Pattern

 

With the exception of a return to romanticism, ‘pattern on pattern’ is the one trend I saw mentioned more than any other! Though timeless, it’s been gaining so much momentum lately that it can definitely be seen as a trend.

When done well, pattern mixing can be absolutely gorgeous. However, more than any other, this trend can be downright awful when not done correctly!

The key to creating pattern on pattern that is beautiful is maintaining balance with a consistent color scheme, This allows stripes, florals, and even geometrics to coexist beautifully. To make sure it doesn’t get overwhelming, it’s best to stick to no more than three colors in any one room and make sure the patterns are different sizes.

 

And a Few on Their Way Out….

 

STERILE/MINIMAL SPACES: spaces that lack warmth or depth are certainly the opposite of everything discussed above and the overly minimal aesthetic feels cold and sterile. If you have a predominantly white kitchen (like me), use color and textural elements to warm it up.

MATCHING METALS IN A ROOM: mixed metals are the name of the game now. Whether it’s oil-rubbed bronze, brass, or nickel, mixing metals makes a room feel more collected and less like a hotel lobby (though typically it’s recommended to stick to no more than two metals in each space). 

WATERFALL COUNTERTOPS: with the influence of romance, we’ve seen a return to detailed edges rather than the straight lines of the waterfall style.

ALL OPEN SHELVING: there is less of a trend toward ripping out cabinets in favor of all open shelving in a kitchen. Though open shelving is still being used, it’s more judicious and not throughout the entire space. This creates a better balance – and less dusting!

ACCENT WALLS: this was a strong trend a few years back, but seems to be on the way out. Accent walls usually end up looking awkward, and it’s actually more harmonious to paint the entire room. Color drenching anyone?

 

Which home design trends for 2025 resonate the most with you?

For me, I’m loving the romantic/traditional elements that are back! Wall treatments, English country style, more florals and prints, and an increase in using antiques, these are all timeless design elements that I’m happy to see return! On the other hand, color drenching is probably a little too much of a good thing for me and I don’t see myself trying that one out. 

When it comes to trends, just remember that these are not hard and fast rules. You don’t need to change everything in your home every year for it to feel up to date. These are simply newer trends that are on the upswing and if some of them appeal to you, feel free to add them! By changing small things like paint or wallpaper, or adding a new piece here or there, your home will instantly feel fresher.

And because you’re adding things you truly love, it will be a reflection of you.

In fact, I would argue that the less trendy your home, the better. By mixing time periods, as well as styles, you’ll never be locked into a certain look. And when your home is more collected-looking, it’s less likely to look dated when said trend goes out of style. 

 

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Happy Decorating!

Sheila
xo

 

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