Interior Designers Predict These Will Be The 15 Hottest Interior Design Trends In 2025

As we step into 2025, interior design is becoming more personal than ever. Gone are the days of standard builder-grade finishes, stark white walls, and thoughtless choices. This year is all about true authenticity in design. While some trends from previous years will remain popular, they will also evolve to keep up with changing tastes. Surprisingly, what many expected to be fleeting microtrends—like quiet luxury and vintage aesthetics—have proven to have lasting power.

So, what’s in (and out) for 2025? Here are the top fifteen interior design trends, according to designers and experts.

Rich Color Palettes

Leave those muted colors back in 2024. Melanie Russo of Calder Design Group is predicting that rich color palettes will be on-trend this year. “Think deep greens, moody blues, and luxurious plums. These shades create a real sense of richness and intimacy in a space, making it feel more like a sanctuary.”

She adds that these tones can be implemented in various ways—from accent walls to upholstered furniture and bold statement pieces. “They’ll work beautifully when balanced with softer neutrals to keep things from feeling too heavy. I love how these colors evoke a connection to nature, which is something we all seem to be craving more and more. They give a space that cozy, grounded vibe that makes it feel both modern and timeless.”

Texture Everywhere

Founder of June St. George, Ally-Catherine Trenary tells me 2025 is the year to take any surface to the next level by adding a major dose of texture. “Wallpaper will remain a go-to, with grasscloth and linen papers adding an organic, elevated touch beyond the standard flat finish.”

Another way to add texture is through plaster detailing, especially in more traditional homes. It truly adds a sense of grandeur. “Plaster detailing and intricate woodwork overhead transform ceilings into statement pieces, proving that the fifth wall over our heads deserves just as much attention,” says the entrepreneur.

The Nancy Meyers Aesthetic

The Nancy Meyers-inspired look dominated 2024, and interior designer Audrey Scheck believes its influence isn’t going anywhere. “Leaning into the English, Nancy Meyers aesthetic is one of the defining design trends for 2025, and it’s easy to see why. Inspired by cozy, elegant homes seen in Nancy Meyers’ films like Something’s Gotta Give and It’s Complicated, this design trend celebrates warmth, timeless charm, and effortless sophistication. Think soft neutrals, vintage furniture, rich textures, and layered details that create a warm, welcoming, lived-in feel.”

Lived-In Luxury

Award-winning interior designer Ryan Saghian has found his clients moving away from perfection and instead opting to create authentic yet elevated homes. “Expect a mix of vintage and modern, sculptural furniture, and a focus on craftsmanship—think hand-carved wood, natural stone, woven textiles, and aged metals that feel warm and real. At the same time, there’s a growing appreciation for comfort and well-being, with interiors designed to feel as good as they look. It’s less about following trends and more about tailoring a home that feels uniquely yours.”

Pattern Drenching

There wasn’t a hotter trend than color drenching in 2023 and 2024. Whether it was blue, green, or black, those seeking a bold design moment painted their ceilings, walls, and moldings one color and then matched their furniture to it.

This year Scheck tells me this concept will evolve with pattern drenching. “It embraces the power of bold patterns, adding layers of personality and warmth into any space. Whether through wallpaper, bedding, or rugs, pattern drenching can transform a simple room into a lively, cozy environment that feels both immersive and welcoming.”

So what sorts of patterns will be big this year? Interior designer Amy Switzer predicts that stripes will have a big moment. “It’s all about wrapping an entire space-walls, ceilings, furniture, even floors in continuous stripes for a striking, immersive effect. This trend can be applied in several ways like monochromatic or tonal stripes-using varying shades of one color or high-contrast stripes-think black and white, deep blue and white, or bold color pairings. Thin stripes feel classic and elegant while thick graphic stripes create drama. The unexpected applications are where it’s going to be exciting, stripes on ceilings, staircases, built-in shelving, and even textiles like drapes or upholstery.”

Pattern drenching is all about creating drama at home in the best possible way.

Bespoke Interiors

Done are the days of simple builder-grade styles and their opposite, TikTok microtrends. Jackie Ho of Ho & Lacy says homeowners are opting for a more personalized approach. “Rather than chasing trends, homeowners want spaces that reflect their long-term needs and personal aesthetics. Custom detailing, vintage layering, and one-of-a-kind craftsmanship are at the forefront of design decisions. One of our clients blended their family histories—he’s from India, she’s from Savannah—by mixing timeless design with unique South Asian finds for a home that feels distinctly theirs.”

Wellness In Design

Wellness in design remains one of the most enduring trends from the pandemic era. According to Audrey Frances Doty of Audrey Frances Design, wellness features are a must-have for bathroom renovations. “Bathrooms are now being designed for the full-day spa experience. This growing trend in wellness design is a focus on personal well-being through designing restorative spaces and a deliberate emphasis on multi-sensory experiences.”

Doty’s clients are increasingly requesting luxury amenities including steam showers, heated tile floors, smart showers with preset temperature controls, infrared lighting, and aromatherapy essential oil diffusers.

Interior designer Sally O’Connor adds, “The focus on health and wellness is influencing interior design significantly. In 2025, designers will be tasked with finding nuggets of spaces within homes that can be used for meditation, workouts, or a quiet space to temporarily escape the ‘working from home’ culture. The emphasis will be on creating environments that encourage relaxation, mindfulness, and overall health, integrating natural light, organic materials, air purification, and calming color palettes.”

Ergonomic Design

As generations age and either downsize or renovate their current residences, they increasingly prioritize long-term usability and comfort, explains Ho. “Homeowners are moving beyond aesthetics to consider ergonomics and ease of use. We’re seeing more demand for one-touch powered cabinet operations, pull-down shelving, and arthritis-friendly hardware—design choices that will age gracefully alongside their owners.”

Integrated Indoor/Outdoor Spaces

Sherry Givili, founder and president of The Luxury Kitchen and luxury kitchen appliance expert, tells me in homes with open floor plans, homeowners are choosing to integrate kitchen and living spaces with the outdoors for a full/indoor-outdoor experience. “Large sliding doors, bi-fold windows, and even outdoor kitchens that seamlessly blend into the indoor space will be a significant trend.”

Additionally, she notes outdoor kitchens featuring built-in grills, pizza ovens, and wet bars will become increasingly common, creating a seamless cooking experience that flows between outdoor and indoor spaces.

Mixing Materials In Kitchen Design

While the all-white kitchen was popular for about a decade, homeowners are finally over the aesthetic. After all, a home should not be a showroom as much as it is a reflection of your personality. “Combining materials like stone, wood, and metal doesn’t just look amazing—it also adds texture and depth, making the kitchen feel less like a utilitarian space and more like a dynamic, multi-sensory experience,” says Russo. “It’s not about one material dominating the space, but rather a blend that brings out the best in each element.”

Chaotic Curation

Microtrends on social media and the need for the newest latest and greatest has influenced decorating in a highly trendy, impersonal way. But Trenary reveals things are turning and going in the opposite direction with a general inclination towards more meaningful and thoughtful decorating choices. “Fast fashion décor, mass-produced finds, and trend-driven impulse buys are giving way for objects with deeper stories – pieces curated from travel, heirlooms that we still love and treasure, artwork that resonates with us, and pieces we design with purpose that are made to last.”

This concept is so easy to embrace because it works everywhere. “Your space should reflect what you truly love. Don’t shy away from displaying your cherished collections – whether it’s vintage ceramics, framed letters, or decor you designed yourself—if it speaks to you, it belongs. If you love it, it will work.”

Vintage Finds

Perhaps we’ve all been influenced by those “Thrift With Me” videos, but what’s old is new again. “There’s been a resurgence of vintage and retro accents in decor. Incorporating antique or retro-inspired pieces adds character and a sense of history to interiors, creating a unique and personalized aesthetic,” shares content creator and podcaster Emily Coyne, who is better known as Emily O and Bows. “Each piece tells a story, communicating a dialog of historical value as an heirloom or living representative of times’ passed. Antiques have a dynamism to them to accentuate a space, a rich history that’s undeniably seen and felt.”

While finding just the right thing can feel intimidating, there’s no real need to worry explains Switzer. “It’s less about perfect, curated rooms and more about a collected, lived-in feel that reflects personality and history. Thrifted decor isn’t just about how we find it but how it can be reimagined with new upholstery or lacquered in a new color. There is going to be a lot of ornate details and antique textures-think carved wood, plaster busts, and delicate glassware.”

Statement Lighting

Geometric statement fixtures will trend in 2025 according to Peter Yera, Director of Design and Development at Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting. “Lighting trends in 2025 include adding balance with geometric shapes, and a great way to incorporate that is with a chevron, diamond, or triangle pattern. Choose lighting with symmetrical lines and details that will create a harmonious, cohesive look with your existing decor. It will also add additional interest to your room, introducing new lighting patterns and shadows, elevating the look and feel of your home.”

The New Industrial Aesthetic

The industrial look is evolving in 2025 in a way that’s less cold and more sophisticated. Cassandra Leisz, Senior Creative Director of Ruggable tells me, “This style softens the raw, utilitarian edge of traditional industrial decor, infusing spaces with aged materials and eclectic accents for a more refined look. Rugs in this trend often feature muted tones or subtle textures, as seen in the Architectural Digest Terran Moss Rug. The appeal of this style lies in its focus on sustainability, eco-conscious design, and authenticity, creating spaces that feel both lived-in and inviting. It’s a trend that resonates deeply with decorators looking to cultivate warmth and character in their interiors.”

Next Level Plants

Plants might just be the biggest holdover from 2020, even five years later. Brittny Button, founder of Button Atelier tells me using plants as internal framing elements will be a popular choice this year. “Whether it’s providing a canopy to a row of clerestory windows or offering serpentine grace to a fireplace – there’s an undeniable organic beauty to their presence. In the breakfast nook, placing a monumental Money Tree (aka Guiana Chestnut) offers playful whimsy to the space. When paired with a pedestal-like pot it garners real attention. Incorporate plants as though they’re living sculptures.”

O’Connor tells me that biophilic design elements also embrace this trend. “Expect to see more spaces that integrate natural elements—think living walls, indoor trees, internal courtyards, and large windows that bring the outdoors in.”