These Will Be the Biggest Design Trends of 2025

For trending colors, it seems that Pantone was on the nose with its 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, because browns and neutrals are in. “Warm neutrals, beiges, and browns will be big for 2025,” explains Jeneffer Jones Punjani of El Nido Interiors in San Francisco. “If clients aren’t quite ready to commit to brown paint, we recommend neutral paints with touches of warmth and adding touches of brown throughout by choosing rugs, furniture, and throw pillows in varying hues of brown. It keeps things textured and warm.”

Leigh Jendrusina of SALTHOUSE Collective in San Diego agrees, “Warm neutrals are here to stay—creams, rose-toned, terracottas, etc. It pairs well with a stark white wall or a tonal colored wall depending on how much you want to lean into the ‘trend.’”

“In 2025, it’s all about bold material fusion. Think warm woods and raw concrete coming together like the ultimate power couple—organic yet industrial, cozy yet edgy. It’s the perfect marriage of opposites, and it gives any space a wow factor without trying too hard,” says Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs.

“A trend we would love to see continue on into 2025 is the integration of reclaimed (and therefore, eco-friendly) into projects,” says Wendy Labrum. “Retrofitting vintage mantels into custom millwork has been a consistent favorite of ours as it brings both history and new light to the space.”

Corine Maggio of CM Natural Designs in the Bay Area adds that we’ll also see more projects where old furniture is repurposed, like taking an antique dresser and using it as a bathroom vanity.

“Multipurpose spaces and pieces are in. Spaces constantly are evolving in the home and become multi-use,” says Alexis Vitale of Vitale Design Group in Hermosa Beach, California. “Being creative with our furniture pieces like storage in our dining room table legs for all our table linens and dining pieces or built-in bed storage. We are finding people want both practical things while keeping it stylish. Truly being able to use their spaces for more than just one thing is key.”

L.A.-based designer Jeff Andrews also sees this multipurpose trend in appliances. “Especially in kitchens where space is limited, I love smaller scale appliances with multiple functions. I fell in love with the Wolf Convection Steam Oven after installing one in my own home and testing it out for myself. It seamlessly integrates into the design of nearly any kitchen and saves much-needed space due to its multiple chef-tested modes.”

“Daybeds are back, and we’re all about adding them to client projects! Extra seating, a chill place to lounge, or even an impromptu nap spot,” says Shaolin Low of Honolulu-based interior design firm, Studio Shaolin.

“Color is back. There will be less of a focus on an all perfect cream space and more focus on washed tones of the same color range saturating a space and mixing it all in with a pop of energy,” explains Nureed Saeed of Nu Interiors. “This is what people are asking me for. People want color and love seeing inventive unexpected pops mixed into a palette.”

Hayslett also predicts playful color combinations, like persimmon orange with browns or jewel tone blues with playful blushes. “Neutrals are taking a backseat while bold palettes steal the spotlight. It’s time to bring the drama in the best way possible,” she says.

“It’s been somewhat present in the past couple of years, but tiles that piece together to make larger patterns have become more prevalent,” says Clara Jung of Banner Day Interiors in San Francisco. “It’s been really fun to implement in real projects.”

“Kitchen nooks are making a big comeback in 2025! Think cozy, multifunctional spaces for dining, reading, or working—complete with built-in seating and playful prints,” Low says.

“My favorite thing about design is taking something functional and enhancing it to be beautiful,” Andrews says. “By playing with scale and varied hardware or colored knobs and bezels, you can create something more unique, artful and personalized.”

Low agrees, “It’s all about bold, fun hardware that adds some personality to your kitchen and bathroom. People want their details to stand out, so plain, minimalist pulls just won’t cut it anymore.”

“As Pantone announces Mocha Mousse as color of the year, we will see a considerable shift towards browns in general, but brown woods, specifically,” predicts Summer Jensen of Hawk & Co in Laguna Beach, California. “Get out those chocolate stains and nix the yellows! Hot on our board is honey-dipped American walnut, espresso-stained ash, and a mousey brown European oak.”

Vitale wants to see more warm woods in the kitchen. “[Embrace] attention to every detail in the kitchen, from custom cabinet designs that make it feel like furniture to how each drawer is meticulously designed to hold each household item perfectly organized and with purpose,” she explains. “This is where the most time is spent so we are finding the kitchen to be the focal place where clients want this space to really be the showcase of the home.”

“The built-in look is taking over and we’re here for it! Custom shelving and cabinetry are replacing cookie-cutter, modular pieces to create a space that feels intentional, cohesive, and functionally yours,” says Low.

L.A.-based designer Sarah West sees stone slabs in dynamic patterns or bold colors taking center stage in luxury interiors. “Select slabs that reflect a sense of adventure and uniqueness, contributing to the storytelling of the design,” she recommends. “Stones with striking veining, layered textures, or rich tones offer a way to create depth and visual interest without relying on added ornamentation. This trend reflects a move toward interiors that feel curated and intentional, where each material is chosen not just for function but for its ability to transform a surface into a defining feature of the home. Bold stone introduces a sense of individuality and craftsmanship, turning countertops, walls, and accents into conversation-worthy elements that leave a lasting impression.”

“Family heirlooms are not just for traditional interiors,” says designer Andrea Lackie, who’s based in Truckee, California. “In 2025, we’ll see both transitional and contemporary spaces incorporate vintage and antique items from family collections. Not only does this add depth and interest to a space, the history is a great conversation starter. Incorporating family heirlooms in 2025 will allow your personality (and good taste) will shine!”

Sustainability is something that will never go out of style. “Homeowners are choosing fabrics and furniture with stability in mind,” Vitale says. “They will opt for eco-friendly materials. Reducing the carbon footprint is a top priority.”

Jensen adds that the shift towards sustainability is happening on all fronts. “European brands are already finding new and innovative techniques in running their production houses, which materials are responsible for designing a product or a space, and how to adapt,” she says. “This will be a hot topic for 2025, so ask your builder about ways to save on your energy and water bill or ask your designer to ensure that your home is toxin-free and uses responsibly sourced materials.”

“Microshaker cabinets are having a moment! The simple outlines add a timeless, modern vibe to kitchens, leaving the stale, overly blocky shaker styles behind,” says Low.

Los Angeles designer Amy Pigliacampo predicts the return of tiled backsplashes. “While solid surfaces and backsplashes have been popular in 2024, we’re seeing less of this in the coming months,” she says. “Bring on the tile!”

Aimee Meisgeier of AM Interior Design in Seattle says mulberry, burgundy, merlots, and other rich, deeply saturated crimson based colors are in.

“I have an absolute obsession with gingham,” says Amy Peltier, an interior designer based in San Marino, California. “If I could put it everywhere I would!  Gingham is so modern and so traditional all at once. It’s lighthearted and playful while making a statement. It’s just such a classic, iconic, happy, all-American pattern. Gingham is no different than any other small-scale pattern, which is always necessary to balance out the patterns and textures in a design. Pair it with florals, modern geometric prints, or solids to create an updated look.”

“We will continue to see curves in all aspects of interior design: on cabinetry, furniture, lighting, hardware, and more,” says Rosanna Bassford of Memmo Interiors in the Bay Area. “Curves add softness to spaces and feel modern.”

Saeed notes that many of her clients are asking for beautiful, comfort-driven spaces. “Gone are the days of matching sets of furniture, fabrics, and materials that don’t wear with grace over time; perfectly placed items; and spaces that don’t tell your families story,” she explains. “People want their spaces to grow and embrace their chaos, not hide everything behind a perfect facade. I think in a world where we see so much beauty and perfection through social media and more, people are starting to come back to a place of authenticity and want their homes to reflect the lives they lead.”

“Let’s talk about oversized, sculptural lighting—the kind that makes you look up and say, ‘Who needs artwork when the light fixture is basically a museum piece?’ Design in 2025 is about making a statement, not whispering one,” Hayslett says.

Installing flush mounts throughout the home, whether it’s a kitchen, living room, or dining space, will be big in 2025, according to Vitale. “This adds so much more interest to the space versus recessed lights everywhere. Talk about a true ‘glow up’ for a room,” she explains.

“The focus in flooring design has shifted toward mid-toned, smaller-scale wood planks and more intricate applications of stone and tile, reflecting a renewed appreciation for balance and detail,” says West. “Mid-tone woods—ranging from warm oaks to soft walnut finishes—strike a balance between warmth and modernity, offering a foundation that complements a range of interiors without overwhelming them. These smaller-scale planks bring a sense of proportion and rhythm to a space, moving away from the monolithic expanses of wide-plank or large-format tile flooring. Smaller-scale stone and textural tile laid in interesting patterns call attention to craftsmanship, elevating the style of the home.”

Wellness continues to have a big influence in design, especially in the bathroom. “As homes continue to support wellness in everyday life, Japanese soaking tubs will become an increasingly popular bathroom feature for many reasons: They offer a deeper, more ‘whirlpool-like’ soak than a traditional tub while taking up a smaller footprint than freestanding options,” says Rebecca Ward, an interior designer based in Sacramento.

And Marcella Domonkos of MD Design Co. in Denver predicts that 2025 will see the primary bathroom becoming a mini gym/spa hybrid space. “Look for infrared rooms and integrated cold plunges with vintage elements like lighting and art,” she says. The spaces will not only be luxurious and aesthetically pleasing but also incorporates mental and physical wellbeing into daily routines.

“If you plan to imbibe at home in 2025, you need proper wine storage,” Andrews says. “No more hunting around in a closet or pantry just to find something that is old and spoiled due to improper storage. I love Sub-Zero’s Wine Storage, which is built with advanced preservation technology to safeguard all of your best bottles against heat, humidity, light, and vibration.”