Upcoming 2025 Interior Design Trends
While we can’t predict the future, we can explore questions like: “What trends are most likely?” and “What should I start looking into for 2025 home improvement?” We aim to provide an unbiased answer, backed by research from multiple sources to compile a list of likely predictions. But before we look to the future, we must acknowledge the past.
The Facts
Past Trends
In 2024, several interior design trends gained popularity—many of them widely shared on social media. One of the most common was maximalism, especially among young adults decorating their spaces with vibrant personality. DIY projects, budget-friendly updates, and individual expression also stood out, often showing up in bedroom modifications.
In other areas of the home—such as kitchens and bathrooms—different trends emerged. According to the American Institute of Architects’ Home Design Trends Survey, working pantries remained favored by around 50% of homeowners in both 2023 and 2022. Coffee bars gained popularity in 2023, and large walk-in and stall showers continued to dominate preferences.
Home improvement itself remains on the rise—“homeowner expenditures for improvements and repairs are expected to rise through the first half of 2025” (Will, 2024).
These are all diverse trends. So what’s something we can reliably count on? One consistent guide is Pantone, known throughout the design industry for setting the standard for color. Each December, Pantone announces its Color of the Year. In 2024, it was Peach Fuzz—a warm, comforting, and endearing shade. For 2025, it’s Mocha Mousse.
Mocha Mousse
Though Pantone’s Color of the Year often targets graphic design, fashion, and cosmetics, its influence extends to interiors as well. Forbes names beauty, fashion, and interior design as industries where Pantone’s color selection has major impact.
Pantone frequently collaborates with interior-related companies like Joybird, Spoonflower, and Society6—brands that offer home décor, fabrics, and furnishings. Mocha Mousse has undoubtedly been used to evoke a calming, cozy atmosphere in many of their products.
From Experience
At Effect Distributor, we love the calm, clean, and simple look many homeowners want for their kitchens and bathrooms. Currently in our showroom, we’re showcasing white and grey shaker cabinets, Carrara white quartz, and subway tiles laid in a herringbone pattern. It's complemented by warm lighting and subtle embellishments.
Quorn Stone also recognized herringbone-style tiles in their article “10 Bathroom Tile Trends for 2025,” reinforcing this emerging aesthetic.
Predictions
Moody Palette
As mentioned earlier, Pantone’s color of the year is a soft brown—but several other sources predict that deeper, moodier browns will take center stage. Vogue, Forbes, Elle Décor, and others highlight rich tones like dark chocolate brown, wine red, and jewel hues. These colors are expected to shape a dramatic, sophisticated palette in 2025.
Personal Comfort and Expression
Several sources emphasize the growing importance of personal comfort and expression in home décor. It’s natural—people want to feel in control of their space, which is why homeownership is so valued.
What’s unique is that this focus on comfort and individuality is now being recognized as a trend—not just a personal preference. In past years, many modern trends prioritized aesthetics over comfort, often at the expense of personalization.
This shift is significant. Rather than adhering to a specific “look,” homeowners are now embracing what suits them best—whether it’s traditional, modern, transitional, or a custom blend. This trend encourages tailoring the design to one’s unique comfort level and lifestyle. In a fast-paced world, having a home that serves as a personal sanctuary is more important than ever.
Spa-Like Bathrooms
Speaking of sanctuary, bathrooms are being transformed into relaxing retreats. Kate McGregor from House Beautiful said it best: “Bathrooms are increasingly becoming places to spend time rather than just get in and out.”
Bathrooms are where we start and end our days. It makes sense for them to double as spa-like spaces—calm, indulgent, and comforting. With trends moving in this direction, we expect to see more large showers, soaking tubs, and soothing materials integrated into bathroom design.
Natural Look
Plants have long been a staple in interior design, and their presence remains strong. Several sources highlight natural wood, statement greens, plant décor, and organic textures as key elements in 2025 interiors.
Adding even a few natural elements—like leafy greens or a reclaimed wood shelf—can transform the atmosphere of a room, whether it’s a kitchen, living room, or bathroom.
Specific Materials
Building off the natural look, specific materials like marble, stone, quartzite, and concrete are gaining prominence—not just as background materials, but as statement pieces.
While naturalistic interiors aren’t new, the difference this year is emphasis: these materials are no longer just accents. They’re centerpieces. Expect to see more kitchens with dramatic stone islands or living rooms with bold, textured accent walls made from unique materials.
Art Deco
Among the many styles being referenced, Art Deco is making a notable return. Interior designers like Brieanna Cunningham and Jeremiah Brent both vouch for its comeback (McGregor, 2024; Taylor, 2025).
To the general public, Art Deco might feel distant, but its key elements—geometric shapes, bold colors, and luxe materials—feel surprisingly modern.
Originating in the 1920s and 30s, Art Deco was introduced internationally at the 1925 Exposition in Paris. It embodied a sense of optimism, technology, and progress—values that still resonate today. Its revival makes sense in a design landscape that values both structure and elegance.
Patterns
Following naturally from Art Deco is a renewed focus on patterns. Patterns are showing up not only in upholstery or wallpaper but also in architecture, tiles, and even lighting fixtures.
One specific sub-trend is “pattern drenching” (McGregor, 2024), where multiple surfaces within a room—walls, furniture, curtains—carry the same or similar patterns for a cohesive, bold look. This is a creative way to add personality and depth to any space.
Lighting
Both House Beautiful and Elle Décor highlight lighting as a critical trend, with designers like Kara Childress and Brigette Romanek emphasizing its importance.
Lighting is no longer an afterthought—it’s a core design element. Fixtures are being treated as sculptural pieces, often doubling as functional artwork. Whether it’s a dramatic chandelier or hidden LED strip lights, expect to see lighting used to define and complete the look of a room in 2025.
Final Thoughts
Interior design trends will continue to evolve, and there’s no definitive answer to what will dominate in the coming months. But we hope this list gives you some inspiration and ideas for your own space.
Feel free to stop by our showroom for more design ideas—or check out our other blog posts for ongoing inspiration!
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