6 Interior Design Trends That Will Define Decorating in 2025

The world of home design is ever-changing, and the new year looks to be no different. In many ways, 2024 was a time of paradoxes, at least when it came to interiors—Japandi was bigger than ever, but so were color and whimsy. If anything, it’s evidence that the furniture world contains multitudes and that, in the end, much comes down to personal taste.

All that being said, there are a few prevailing themes that we can say for sure will be popular in 2025. We looked into our crystal ball and consulted with seasoned interior designers to get the full picture of what will be trending next year—from artful touches to earth tones.

Big Personalities, Big Ideas

Our homes are a reflection of ourselves—or at least of the way we live. That’s always been true, but next year, that ethos will be taken even further. “The biggest trend that I’m seeing for next year is people wanting to add personality to their homes,” says Stephanie Luk, director of interiors at Electric Bowery. “People want their own conceptual narrative. They want to create and tell their own story—whether that’s culture, history, or traditions.”

This trend is especially evident in a younger generation that’s more social media savvy. Interior design “inspo” is everywhere on Instagram and Pinterest, so piecing together a personal brand with these muses feels easier and more important than ever. “Particularly with Gen Z, there’s a focus on things that are good quality,” says Katie McPherson, associate principal at interior design firm Meyer Davis. “There needs to be a story, and it needs to be handmade—something with personal meanings.”

Indeed, in a digital world awash with plastered-on influencer personalities and overly glossy imagery, authenticity and a representative personal brand become paramount. Of course, our broadened digital perspectives can also lead to potential hiccups. “It’s a double-edged sword,” says Luk. “Clients are more informed than ever, but they also need more guidance to filter out all the noise.”

Art Beyond the Walls

Nowadays, it seems like everyone is collecting something, whether it’s coins, pocket watches, or furniture. Art is another category that’s typically at the top of a collector’s list—but it’s an evolving genre. Many think of art as a painting that can be hung on the gallery wall or a small sculpture that can be mounted on a pedestal. Increasingly, though, art is changing within the context of interior design. “Something we’re seeing is light fixtures—they’re becoming super sculptural and interesting,” says McPherson. “They’re functional pieces, but they’re also art.”

It’s the natural result of more and more people getting into collecting—the traditional lines that divided disparate art-world sectors are inevitably blurring. “The old art collector is now just the collector,” says Luk. “It can be art or furniture. Artists are now creating lighting.”

The Dining Room, Revisited

Dining rooms are an essential part of the home, especially during a holiday season when hosting is in full swing. It’s also a space that will be reconsidered a bit in the new year, with tweaks aimed at increasing its versatility. “We’re beginning to incorporate multiple tables for larger homes,” says interior designer Andrea Goldman. “When separated, they’re great for gaming, or smaller groupings, rather than sitting at one long table. Otherwise, they can be pushed together, or you can add a leaf to merge two separate parts.”

The trend feels almost past due, as rooms like the kitchen and outdoor spaces like the porch have received plenty of attention in recent years, and with good reason—but where you entertain is just as essential. “Dining rooms are having a major moment, and it’s beautiful to see people really investing in them again,” says interior designer Annie Downing. “People are putting real thought into making these spaces feel like the heart of the home.”

Color Drenching

Color drenching isn’t going anywhere. The trend, which refers to painting a whole room the same color from top to bottom—including ceilings, moldings, and trim—first appeared in 2023, but got a second lease of life this year with an offshoot known as “double drenching.” The same rules apply for the latter, only, in this case, a room is completely painted in two different colors, rather than just one.

“We’re doing a lot more of the walls and the ceiling in the same color vein,” says Staver Gray, co-principal of interior design firm Ward + Gray. “The Bower Cabin we did at Wildflower Farms, where the walls and ceiling are all an indigo color, is a great example.” It’s a theme that’s coming at just the right time, too, as more static, neutral color palettes are being swapped out for vibrants. 2025 will be all about “layers of color, pattern, and texture,” says Tina Schnabel, head of interiors at Barlis Wedlick. “I think the all-white interior is out!”

Cozier Rooms

Finally, an interior design trend that everyone can get behind. Many have returned to work in an IRL office, but many others are still working from home—and with that extended time indoors comes a desire for cozier, warmer spaces. “All our projects now have a ‘cozy room’ or ‘cozy’ seating within a larger space,” says Goldman.

Some common approaches to the cozy look include reading nooks or soft, plump sofas and lounge chairs that you can sink into after a long day. “2025 is all about embracing the cozy, layered beauty of ‘storied living,” adds Downing. “There’s a real sense of moving toward spaces that feel curated over time.”

Earth Tones

If you love color but don’t want to commit to a bright red or a neon green, then you’re in luck, because subtler earth tones will be everywhere next year. “Color will be in, but not bold color—color that’s rooted in these more earthy, natural qualities, like sages and terra-cottas,” says McPherson. This palette is an especially good option in areas that are meant to bring calm and zen, like the bedroom or the bathroom.

“We’re moving towards richer, earthy tones, like ochres, mossy greens, and deep rusts—mixed with softer, grounding neutrals,” says Downing. “It’s moody without being overwhelming. People want their spaces to feel intimate and grounded, and these colors are so comforting.”