The Top 5 Interior Design Trends for 2025

2025 Design Trends | Alissa Lawton Design

We have officially wrapped up the first month of 2025… so hard to believe. And, as I reflect on this time and space in our world, there’s an undeniable shift in the way we approach design. Gone are the days of chasing fleeting trends. Today, it’s all about creating spaces that feel truly yours—spaces that are not just beautiful but intentional and meaningful. Sure, there are trends floating around out there like “cottage core, dark academia and such…but I believe that the biggest “trend” if you will, is to get to root of who we are and to build a life that pays homage to just that. And that, my friends, is reflected in our homes.

From incorporating more natural elements to embracing a cozy, original aesthetic, these are the interior design trends that I’m most excited about for this year.

Here’s a look at the Top 5 Interior Design Trends in 2025 that will help you craft a space that’s full of warmth, beauty, and purpose.

1 - Earthy and Natural Materials

There is a reason that people are gravitating back to the “old ways” of doing things. Homesteading, growing and eating organic food from your garden, swapping plastics out for natural materials - there is value in a life built on nature.

This same idea translates to home, and the foundation of a beautiful, intentional home starts with what’s real. In 2025, we’ll see a continued focus in the use of earthy, natural materials—wood, stone, and ceramics—that bring a sense of grounded tranquility to any space. Think smooth marble countertops, rustic wooden tables, and hand-thrown ceramic vases. These materials add texture, warmth, and a subtle sophistication to your home while allowing nature’s beauty to shine through.

Incorporating these materials into your home allows you to create a space that feels timeless. Whether it’s a beautifully crafted coffee table or a stunning floral arrangement, embracing the beauty of natural textures is key to building an inviting and peaceful home.

A collection of natural and sustainable materials

2 - A Balance of Bold and Calm

While we have come out of the years of “grey and boring” and have watched color return to the forefront of design, I strongly believe that 2025 will be all about color balance and finding a synchronicity of color and calm.

Intimate areas like powder baths, dining rooms, built in niches and bars will continue to be a place for more risk and bold colors. I believe that soft muted colors will continue to be seen as neutrals and I’m not mad about a “neutral green” any day of the week! Calm and serenity are desired in life. and surrounding ourselves in our homes with colors that help us embody those feelings will be a focus. Expect see an abundance of warm neutrals like soft taupes, gentle greens, and delicate blushes, alongside classic off-whites and beiges. These tones create a serene backdrop, allowing your furnishings, floral arrangements, and personal touches to take center stage.

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Photo via My Wildflower Home

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When styling your home, opt for colors that evoke a sense of balance. The end goal being to curate a space that feels cohesive and harmonious, without overwhelming the senses.

3 - Curated, Vintage-Inspired and Found Decor

Perhaps a nod to finding our roots again, people are turning to vintage and curated pieces to inject character and personality into their homes. This isn’t about filling your space with a random collection of antiques - I beg of you, please don’t do that.

It is about thoughtfully integrating pieces that reflect your personal story. It is a wander through many antique stores that ends in only one or two special finds that speak to you for a reason. Whether it’s an heirloom chair in an upholstery that reminds you of childhood or a vintage mirror found on your honeymoon, these items tell a story, adding depth and soul to your home.

By mixing vintage finds with modern design, you create an eclectic space that feels rich in history but fresh and current. It’s all about finding that perfect balance between old and new—something that feels uniquely you. After all, that is exactly what your space should be.

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4 - Sustainable and Eco-Conscious Design

As our world continues to be more thoughtful about our health and how we leave this planet for our children, 2025 will continue to emphasize sustainability in many areas, including interior design.

We have seen a desire to furnish homes with pieces made of natural materials, appliances that are more energy-efficient and specialty pieces built with reclaimed wood and/or sustainable materials, and I think this will continue.

When it comes to using sustainable items, there is something to be said about the energy they produce and how they give back to your home 10 times something that is man-made. (I know, sounds a bit woo-woo, but hear me out…) Think of how much more you appreciate the difference in a real wool rug that was crafted by hand vs. a polyester machine made one. A countertop made of marble is a breathtaking beauty compared to one of its plastic/resin induced quartz friends. Linen sheets change their temperature with the season and are always breathable. No one wants to get sweaty in synthetic microfiber sheets.

If you are in the era of children and messes like me, these choices can still be made in ways that work for your season of life and the areas of your home that make sense. Swap the polyester playroom rug for a cotton or jute one, use 100% cotton bedding for skin health and breathability and butcher block counters are cost effective and natural. Often times, these natural material are just as durable as their less-natural friends and better for all of our health and the planet.

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Sustainable cotton sheets

Photo via West Elm

Sustainable design doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style; it is more about making intentional choices that align with your values. And it doesn’t have to happen in all areas but perhaps in those that mean the most to you and what you believe in. Maybe for you, it is using energy-efficient lighting, incorporating upcycled materials, or choosing non-toxic paints. Sustainable living is about creating a home that’s beautiful, functional, and a bit more gentle on our health and the earth.

5 - Lush, Organic Floral and Nature Indoors

Floral styling is something I’m particularly passionate about, and 2025 is shaping up to be the year of lush, organic floral arrangements. We have said goodbye to mass produced bouquets and are ready for hand-plucking from the backyard, or from a farm down the street.

Now, it’s all about hand-selected blooms that speak to the season and your personal style - and even better when you can appreciate the fact that you grew them yourself or supported a small business when you purchased them. I believe in always having floral in these three places - the coffee table, the dining table and the front porch. When we bring nature inside, we add life, color, and energy to any space.

I’m a firm believer that flowers are one of the easiest ways to elevate your space, and this year, they’re taking center stage in the world of interior design. (Cue the happy dance!) Embrace a style that feels personalized, thoughtful, and uniquely yours.

Clipping blossoming branches from the backyard -

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A stone vase full of homegrown Cosmos

As we move deeper into 2025, the trends I’m most excited about reflect my belief in creating spaces that are as intentional as they are beautiful. Whether you’re updating your living room or refreshing your dining table, these trends can help you build a space that nurtures your soul and reflects your personal story.

The key is to make thoughtful choices—choose items, colors, and materials that speak to you, and let your space evolve with you.

Here’s to creating a year filled with beauty, purpose, and meaningful design. Cheers friends!