With the start of the new year, many of us are looking to see what’s new and exciting in design, and the 2025 trends will not disappoint. The year ahead is all about embracing colours, combining style with functionality, sustainability and wellness. It’s about redefining what luxury is in your home and about incorporating earthy elements in your designs.

Colour your world

Bold saturated colours are making a comeback this year. We will see warm browns, rich earthy reds, deep daring blues, as well as deeply saturated jewel-tones such as dark purples. Just some of the trending hues for the coming year, these colours are warm, inviting and deeply personal. They can make a bold statement in your home or create a serene restful environment for you.

As for sustainability, the environment and wellness all play a key role in the future of design, we see the colours of 2025 supporting these key elements. These colours are nostalgic, earthy, intense, timeless and restorative. Whether you use them boldly or sparingly, they will set the tone of your space.

Textured walls and fabrics

Texture is a big trend this year. In 2025 you’ll be seeing everything from decorative plaster finishes, wallpaper, especially on ceilings, and all sorts of wall paneling. Plain walls are a thing of the past, this year is about adding a layer of depth and interest to your rooms, creating wonderful focal points and features within the space. But texture is not just for our walls, we are seeing it everywhere, from soft lush fabrics and rugs that appeal to our senses, to reclaimed rough-hewn woods or natural stone that introduces an earthier element to our interiors. These textures intensify both our tactile and visual experiences in a space and create a warm inviting aesthetic for all to enjoy.

Care for the environment

Sustainability continues to be prominent in this year’s trends as we focus on creating beautiful spaces that are also kind to the environment. Second-life furniture continues in popularity as well as eco-friendly product options. Refurbishing cabinetry or upholstering an old sofa can go a long way for the environment while sparking some design creativity. When buying new, invest in quality sustainable pieces of furniture that will last longer. With retro styles making a comeback, vintage furniture and nostalgic thrift-finds will not only fill your home with personality and a touch of history but promote sustainability as well. Blending the old retro styles with a new modern twist will create a balanced, eclectic space that is unique to you.

Redefined luxury

The new year is about redefined luxury, as trends continue to move towards creating casual, comfortable and relaxed spaces without foregoing style. We have seen this over the past few years and will continue to see it moving forward. Our homes are our sanctuary. We want style, but not at the expense of comfort. We want a casual relaxed environment at the end of a long day, but a luxuriously stylized space for entertaining – and both can be achieved. With our spaces now becoming more and more personalized, and with a growing emphasis on health and well-being, we are also seeing a greater trend towards wellness spaces within our homes. Whether we are creating a grand spa-like bathroom with a sauna, or simply carving out a small space for yoga and meditation, our homes are working double duty for our wellness as well.

In 2025, our homes are focused on being warm, inviting and luxuriously comfortable. Whether you infuse your space with deep rich colours, or are looking to create a calm and relaxing aesthetic, this year’s design trends are certain to deliver large on inspiration and creativity.