Pinterest has released its Autumn 2025 Trend Report and the results are fascinating. Gen Z, who now make up more than half of Pinterest’s users, are setting the pace. Their searches are shaping what’s next in design, and this autumn the focus is on secondhand treasures, bold surfaces, and vintage glamour that feels fresh rather than fusty.
Thrifting as a design choice
If you’ve been watching the rise of secondhand fashion, it won’t surprise you to hear that the trend has firmly crossed into home. Pinterest reports searches for ‘secondhand kitchens’ are up over 1,000%, while ‘secondhand decor’ has grown by 283%. In other words, this isn’t just a passing flirtation with Facebook Marketplace — it’s a wholesale shift in how Gen Z are curating their spaces.
It’s about more than saving money. Secondhand pieces bring character, patina and a sense of story that new items can’t replicate. A thrifted dining table with a nick or two suddenly feels more authentic than something flat-packed last week. Pinterest is leaning into this momentum with a new Thrift Shop feature, running through September, which lets users browse vintage and pre-loved finds directly on the platform.
Art Deco, revisited
Alongside the thrifting boom, another home decor trend on Pinterest is the return of Art Deco. Think subtle Deco-inspired curves on a lamp base, a mirrored coffee table with geometric lines, or a splash of rich colour against pared-back walls. Searches for ‘Art Deco interior’ and ‘new Art Deco’ are both surging, suggesting people are looking for ways to introduce glamour without going full Gatsby.
Tiles with character
Tiles are another area where people are craving more personality. Neutral metro tiles aren’t cutting it anymore — Pinterest searches show growing interest in terracotta textures, striped bathrooms and even copper-toned finishes. Statement tiling has become a way to transform a room with minimal effort. A strip of patterned tile behind a stove, or a bold floor in a small bathroom, can carry as much weight as a full renovation.
The ‘chic cubicle’ moment
Perhaps the most surprising trend is how much attention Gen Z are paying to their workspaces. ‘Chic cubicle decor’ searches are up over 1,500%, with ‘work office makeover soaring by 2,600%. Whether at home or back in a corporate office, people are determined to make their desks feel as personal as their living rooms. That means layered textures, softer lighting, and design choices that make daily work feel less clinical. Even the most uninspiring corners are being transformed into mini mood-boards.
The bigger picture
What ties all of this together is individuality. Gen Z aren’t interested in one-size-fits-all design schemes. They want homes that tell stories, mix old and new, and balance sustainability with style. Whether it’s thrifting a unique armchair, adding Deco-inspired tiles, or giving a workspace more personality, the autumn 2025 mood is clear: interiors should be expressive, characterful and built to last.
