As we move further into 2025 (it’s hard to believe that it’s May already!?), interior design continues to evolve in a direction that celebrates comfort, creativity, and a deeper connection to the spaces we inhabit. From the wellness trend to colour drenching and statement, this year’s top trends blend style with purpose. Read on for the latest.
Colour drenching
One of 2024’s quieter trends, colour drenching is stepping boldly into the spotlight this year but what started with soft layering of neutral tones has now evolved into full saturation. It was a recurring theme within the recent 2025 Dulux Colour Awards shortlist, where interiors embraced rich, immersive palettes that extended across walls, ceilings, furniture, and even cabinetry. It’s a fresh take on monochromatic design.
Wellness-focused spaces
The home is no longer just a backdrop to our lives – it’s a sanctuary. In 2025, wellness continues to take centre stage in interior design. We’re seeing a rise in in-home saunas, spas and thoughtfully curated meditation/yoga/reading nooks – dedicated zones that encourage rest, reflection, and mindfulness.
Furniture plays a central role in this trend. Think curved sofas, deep armchairs, and textured upholstery that cocoons the body and invites you to take a break. The emphasis is on softness, serenity, and self-care – designed not just for aesthetics, it’s all about focussing on your emotional and physical well-being.
Banquette seating
Long loved in French bistros and mid-century kitchens, banquette seating is back, but with a 2025 twist. Inspired by café culture, built-in banquettes are being reimagined for modern homes where we are seeing booth-style benches mixed with traditional dining chairs to create an enticing dining space. With banquette seating, the appeal lies in its versatility – it’s practical, space-saving, and utterly inviting.
Statement stone
Natural stone is having a moment but not in the understated ways we’ve seen in the past. In 2025, it’s all about statement stone – richly veined marble, dramatic travertine, and quartzite in bold colours have become focal points in kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces.
Whether it’s a sculptural stone coffee table, a kitchen island clad in a striking slab or a dramatic marble sink, this trend embraces the raw beauty of nature. It’s about celebrating imperfection, texture, and materiality in a big, expressive way.
Mixed patterns
Designers and homeowners alike are moving away from the safe minimalism of previous years and into more expressive territory. Mixing patterns – florals, stripes, checks, and abstract prints – is becoming a go-to way to inject personality into interiors.
The key is intentional layering; think patterned wallpaper paired with a contrasting upholstered armchair, or a mix of cushions in clashing prints that somehow feel harmonious. This approach brings a lived-in charm, reflecting a curated, collected-over-time feel is both nostalgic and completely fresh.
