2025 Design Trends: Experts Share Paint Color Trends & More

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Welcome to the interior design trends 2025 forecast, courtesy of Pulte Interiors. This year, “it's all about making every inch of your home reflect your personality and help make your living space work for you,” says Angela Nuessle, the Pulte National Vice President of Interior Design. Picture flexible, multi-functional spaces that adapt as life does, blending style with function. From calming earth tones to statement lighting, 2025 sets the stage for homes that feel as good as they look.

Summary:

• 2025 Design Trends Overview

  • Culture Shifts Driving 2025 Design Trends

  • How 2025 Design Trends Compare to 2024 Design Trends

• 2025 Color Trends

• 2025 Design Trends

• 2025 Lighting Trends

• 2025 Kitchen Trends & Appliance Trends

• Conclusion

2025 Design Trends Overview

Culture Shifts Driving 2025 Design Trends

Our experts at Pulte Interiors have spotted some big cultural shifts shaping home design in 2025. This year, design meets meaning in a big way. People are focusing on wellness, sustainability, and personalization, which is showing up in how they design their homes. Think of it as the "Everything Home"—where every room can pull double duty, meeting your needs and keeping up with your daily life.

With a strong focus on sustainability, people are looking to make choices that are easier on the planet and create a sense of peace at home. As technology continues to grow, we're seeing "neuroaesthetics" take the spotlight—designs that don’t just look good but help us feel good, too. Here’s a look at some of the big themes you’ll be seeing this year:

• Color craze: Big pops of color bring joy to everyday spaces.

• De-cluttered design: Clever storage solutions result in clutter-free, calming spaces.

• Cozy maximalism: Layers of plush fabrics offer all-out comfort.

• Retro revivals: Nostalgia’s back, blending past eras and character with a modern vibe.

• Hobby culture: Create more room for personal passions, from crafts to calm spaces.

• Quiet luxury: Understated elegance joins with quality finishes.

• Flex spaces: These areas can pivot for work, play, or relaxation.

• Personalization perfected: Tailored spaces and design choices reflect individual tastes.

• Spiritual spaces: This design trend prioritizes wellness with natural touches.

Altogether, these themes create our 2025 vision of an "Everything Home"—where every room is ready to serve.

How 2025 Design Trends Compare to 2024 Design Trends

The jump from 2024 design trends to 2025 highlights a shift toward more personalization and versatility. In 2024, the trends were represented by grounded, natural materials and subtle luxury. We’re building on that in 2025, adding more color and personality.

Last year’s matte and high-gloss finishes are being swapped out for rich, lacquered surfaces, bringing a touch of retro with a bold twist, speaking to the “Color Pop” trend of adding joy and energy to spaces. And where 2024 favored dark, dramatic hues, 2025 is mixing in brighter tones and textures to keep things fresh. Kitchens, especially, are getting a makeover with personalized cabinetry and appliances, creating spaces that feel uniquely yours.

In short, 2025 is an evolution; it still embraces last year’s luxury while adding a bit more fun, tech, and personalization along the way.

2025 Color Trends

Color in 2025 plays a bigger role than ever with enhanced color technologies that add depth and richness to every shade. Material drenching, or color washing, is also becoming popular, creating unified looks by saturating a space in a single hue across walls, furniture, and decor. From rich, dramatic hues to bright pops of personality, this year’s colors are about setting a mood:

• Night shades and jewel tones: Rich colors like amethyst and sapphire bring drama and sophistication, perfect for accent walls or that bold velvet couch.
  
  

• Warm, rusty neutrals: Earthy tones inspired by clay and terracotta add warmth and a grounded feel.
  
  

• Electric and vibrant hues: High-energy colors like cobalt blue or canary yellow make a big impact.
  
  

• Earthy palettes: Moss greens, rich browns, and stone grays offer a calm, nature-inspired vibe.
  
  

• Green everything: From sage to emerald, green is everywhere in 2025, bringing a fresh touch to any room.

2025 Design Trends

The trends for 2025 are about personal expression and functional beauty. Here’s what to expect in home design. 

1. New Metallics

Metallics are making a big splash in 2025, moving beyond the basics to include a variety of bold finishes that shimmer, shine, and add a touch of opulence to any space. Look out for matte, brushed, and polished options that let you mix and match to create your desired effect. From kitchen hardware to statement lighting, metallic interior design brings a sophisticated yet versatile feel, allowing even the most functional items to stand out as decor elements.

2. Lacquered Finishes

Blending retro vibes with a modern twist, lacquered finishes are set to be everywhere in 2025. This trend revives the polished, glossy look of decades past but with a fresh, bold appeal. Think of high-shine surfaces on everything from cabinetry to decor accents in rich, jewel tones or vibrant hues. Lacquered finishes are perfect for upcycled pieces, adding personality and a sense of intention to any room.

3. Statement Lighting & Luminosity

Lighting in 2025 is making a statement. Bold fixtures with unique designs and a soft, ambient glow take center stage, transforming a room at the flip of a switch. Expect to see lighting that doubles as art, whether sculptural shapes, oversized pieces, or fixtures integrated directly into furniture. This trend allows homeowners to bring drama and warmth to any room, creating spaces that feel both functional and intimate.

4. Tailored Kitchens & Appliances

The kitchen continues to be the heart of the home in 2025, now with an even greater focus on personalization. Think distinct cabinets that look like fine furniture, unique finishes that reflect individual style, and tailored storage solutions for every need. Kitchens are no longer just for cooking—they’re spaces where functionality meets personal expression, making every kitchen feel like a signature space within the "Everything Home."

5. Decorative Accents

From bold, maximalist home decor pieces to understated luxury, decorative accents are a big part of 2025’s design trends. The key here is balance. Choose a few richly detailed items for a statement, or use quiet luxury touches to subtly elevate your space. Whether intricate art pieces, refined sculptures, or thoughtful decor, these accents add a layer of sophistication and personal touch that turns any space into a reflection of your unique style.

6. Eye-Catching Textures

Texture is a powerful element in 2025, making a bold statement across various materials. Think exaggerated wood grains to highlight natural beauty, tactile surfaces that invite you to touch them, and multidimensional finishes that play with light and shadow. Textures create visual and physical intrigue, with materials like stone and ombre finishes adding drama and depth to any room.

7. Island Extensions

Kitchen islands are evolving to accommodate our multi-functional lives. In 2025, they’re becoming more than just prep stations—these islands serve as dining areas, workspaces, and storage hubs. Extensions allow for added seating, extra prep space, and more storage, making the kitchen even more central to the "Everything Home" concept. Perfect for gatherings or everyday life, these islands truly transform the kitchen into a multifunctional space.

8. Rounded Shapes

In a break from the sharp, angular designs of recent years, rounded shapes bring a softer, more organic feel to home interiors. Look for curved furniture, round light fixtures, and flowing accents that offer a sense of calm and comfort. Rounded shapes work especially well in lighting, with mid-century modern spheres and natural, flowing designs adding visual interest and warmth to any room.

9. Era Blending

Why stick to one era when you can have the best of several? Era blending combines vintage charm with modern elements, creating eclectic yet cohesive living spaces. In 2025, this trend is emerging in themes like “Coastal Glam Decor” and “Industrial Chic,” where retro pieces sit comfortably alongside contemporary designs. Whether mixing mid-century styles with current home decor trends or combining rustic with industrial decor ideas, era blending allows homeowners to tell their personal style stories through a thoughtful layering of influences.

10. Material Drenching

Also known as color washing, material drenching involves saturating a space with a single color across different materials and finishes. This design technique creates a unified, harmonious look, with walls, furniture, and decor elements all tied together by a shared hue. Material drenching is perfect for creating a calming or dramatic effect, making rooms feel more cohesive and intentional. It’s an ideal way to bring in a favorite color without overwhelming the space.

2025 Lighting Trends

Lighting is aglow in 2025 with these trends:

• Layered lighting: A mix of ambient, task, and accent lighting creates different moods.

• Asymmetrical fixtures: Off-center designs add a unique twist.

• Natural materials: Find comfort in luxurious warm tones and textures in woven shades and metal accents.

• Smart features: App-controlled lighting helps give you full flexibility and control over your living space, adjusting to fit any mood or activity. 

2025 Kitchen Trends & Appliance Trends

In 2025, kitchens are all about style meeting practicality, with these trends:

• Distinct hoods: Statement hoods act as a focal point.

• Integrated appliances: Sleek, built-in designs that match cabinetry offer a seamless look.

• Mixed materials: Stone, wood, and metal blend for a layered look.

Conclusion

In 2025, the “everything home” is your personal sanctuary—flexible, expressive, and built to make everyday living easier. From cozy corners to bold colors, this year’s trends are here to help you create a space that feels like you in every way.

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Written By: Jordan Thomson, Freelance Writer

Last Updated: December 22, 2024