As we step into 2025, home design is evolving with a fresh focus on warmth, sustainability, and innovative features. Homeowners and designers are leaning into natural materials, creating functional spaces, and embracing unique, personalized aesthetics. From cozy kitchens to spa-like bathrooms, here’s a roundup of 34 home design trends that will shape our homes this year, according to Houzz, an online platform connecting homeowners with design professionals, offering inspiration, products, and services for home improvement.
1. English-Inspired Kitchens
Expect to see cozy English country-style kitchens, with rich wood cabinetry, moody blues, deep greens, and natural materials like soapstone and butcher block. Range alcoves—recessed cooking spaces with decorative backsplashes—are making a big return, adding both function and charm.
2. Limestone Backsplashes & Tile Flooring
Limestone backsplashes are taking over, adding rustic elegance to kitchens. Meanwhile, wood is still a top flooring choice, but tile—especially stone-look and herringbone patterns—is gaining popularity as a stylish alternative.
3. Porcelain Countertops & Integrated Features
Porcelain countertops are emerging as a durable and eco-friendly option, with heat- and stain-resistant qualities. These can now integrate wireless charging stations and even gas burners for seamless kitchen design, making tech a hidden part of your countertops.
4. Stylish Ceiling Treatments
The ceiling is now a focal point, with treatments like wood panels, beams, and painted shiplap adding architectural interest to kitchens and living spaces. Think of it as the "fifth wall" that ties the room together.
5. Paneled Appliances
For a cohesive and inviting kitchen, more homeowners are opting for paneled appliances. By blending appliances into cabinetry, you can create a warmer, more seamless look without the distraction of cold stainless steel.
6. Shower Rooms & Wellness Features
In bathrooms, shower rooms are gaining traction as homeowners seek privacy and spa-like environments. These enclosed spaces are perfect for steam, sauna functions, and other wellness features like chromotherapy and aromatherapy.
7. Narrow Wet Rooms
While wet rooms have traditionally been for spacious bathrooms, they’re now making their way into narrower layouts. A separate shower and tub combo within a small space offers a luxurious feel without sacrificing function.
8. Wood-Look Tile & Specialized Beauty Storage
Wood-look tile is a popular choice for bathrooms, adding warmth without the moisture concerns of real wood. Additionally, as the beauty industry thrives, custom storage solutions for cosmetics and grooming tools are becoming essential in many bathrooms.
9. Health & Wellness Focus
Incorporating health and wellness into home design is a major trend for 2025. Features like water-filtering showerheads, massaging attachments, and even at-home saunas are taking bathrooms to the next level of relaxation and rejuvenation.
10. Warmth Everywhere
The word of the year? Warmth. 2025’s interiors will feature soft off-whites, earthy tones, and organic colors. Expect to see more wood accents throughout homes, from ceilings to cabinetry, creating inviting, cozy spaces that make you feel right at home.
11. Organic Modern Style
Design pros are excited about the rising interest in organic modern style, which embraces warm, welcoming colors and the use of natural materials in modern ways. Think natural stone and wood, creamy off-whites, linen upholstery, and rounded shapes like arches and curves. This combination creates a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. In 2024, searches for terms like "organic modern bedroom" and "organic modern kitchen" grew significantly, proving the style’s growing influence. The trend’s popularity is reflected in homes like an Austin, Texas, living room designed by Cedar & Oak, where curved architectural details and organic materials create a welcoming, modern aesthetic.
12. Rounded Furniture Forms
Furniture with gentle curves and rounded forms is a hot design trend. From circular coffee tables to bulbous sofas, these pieces reflect the organic modern style’s influence. Rounded furniture was a standout at recent trade shows, and in 2025, we’ll continue to see these pieces in living rooms and dining areas, like a Los Angeles home by OliveTree Construction, where curved furniture contrasts beautifully with arches and fluted walls.
13. Arches
Arches are back in a big way, helping to soften harsh angles and create a welcoming, cozy vibe. Whether in doorways, windows, or cabinets, arches add a playful touch to interiors. Expect to see more arched mirrors and chairs with scalloped silhouettes in 2025, inspired by the organic modern style.
14. Every-Occasion Living Rooms
Homeowners are embracing living rooms as flexible spaces for various activities. From movie nights to large gatherings, the living room is becoming a hub for everything. This trend merges comfort and functionality, with multi-purpose furniture and open access to outdoor areas—perfect for creating a relaxed and versatile environment for all occasions.
15. Maximal Layers
Maximalism is making a comeback, with homeowners opting for bold colors, patterns, and textures. Whether through grooved wall paneling, patterned rugs, or colorful pillows, the "more-is-more" approach reflects a desire to fill spaces with personality and vibrancy. Designers are layering textures like boucle, tweed, and plush fleece to create tactile, visually rich environments.
16. Personalized Design
Homeowners are increasingly requesting spaces with personality and character. Custom curations of furniture, tile patterns, and artwork are becoming more common. The focus is on creating homes that feel unique and tailored to individual tastes, like an Atlanta bathroom featuring a colorful floral print wallpaper designed by Carl Mattison Design.
17. Colorful Zellige Tile
Zellige tile, prized for its handmade uniqueness, is gaining popularity with homeowners opting for brighter, bolder colors. While creamy whites were once the go-to, vibrant hues are taking center stage, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. Expect to see shimmery soft greens and moody blues used creatively in backsplash designs.
18. Terra-Cotta Tile
In line with the trend for warm tones, terra-cotta tile is making a strong comeback. Known for its earthy burnt orange-brown hue, this tile is perfect for adding warmth to kitchens and bathrooms, as seen in a New York bathroom by Jeremy Babel Architecture + Design.
19. Woven and Mesh Cabinet Fronts
Natural woven and mesh materials are making their way into cabinetry and furniture. These textures break up expansive cabinetry, providing a softer, warmer feel compared to solid surfaces. Woven cabinet fronts are popping up in kitchens and bathrooms, offering a cozy contrast to sleek, modern designs.
20. Touch-Me Textures
The tactile experience is central to many of 2025’s design trends, with fabrics like boucle, tweed, and plush fleece offering rich textures that beg to be touched. The addition of these tactile fabrics, often in rich hues or multicolored patterns, enhances the sensory experience of the home.
21. Wild Animal Patterns and Motifs
Nature-inspired motifs, particularly animal prints like faux leopard, tiger, and zebra, are becoming increasingly popular. These bold patterns add a playful edge to interiors, as seen in a Denver living room by Alexa Interiors.
22. Stairs Painted a Fun Color
Staircases are no longer just functional; they are now being used as bold design statements. Painting stairs in bright, cheerful colors adds a fun touch to home interiors, as seen in homes like those designed by Copper Sky Design + Remodel and Emily Pertzborn Interiors.
23. Laundry Rooms With Sophisticated Style
Laundry rooms are evolving from utilitarian spaces into elegant areas with rich cabinetry, sophisticated wallpaper, and stylish decor. Homeowners are incorporating high-end finishes and thoughtful design, creating a more enjoyable environment for what used to be a mundane task.
24. Brick Flooring in Entryways and Mudrooms
Brick flooring, whether real or porcelain, is gaining traction for entryways and mudrooms. It offers a timeless, durable look that adds texture and warmth to these often-overlooked spaces.
25. Porches That Feel Like Living Rooms
Outdoor spaces are evolving, with porches now resembling fully furnished living rooms. Homeowners are adding fireplaces, TVs, comfortable seating, and even climate-control features, creating a cozy and functional outdoor environment for year-round use.
26. Multiple Outdoor Cooking Options
Backyard kitchens are expanding beyond traditional grills to include pizza ovens, smokers, and other unique cooking methods. This trend enhances outdoor living, allowing for a variety of cooking experiences that elevate entertaining at home.
27. Evolving Native Landscapes
Native, drought-tolerant plantings are becoming more popular as homeowners seek to create dynamic, eco-friendly landscapes that change with the seasons. These landscapes blend beauty with sustainability, supporting local wildlife while offering seasonal interest.
28. Eco-Friendly, Sustainable, and Ethically Sourced Furniture
Sustainability is at the forefront of design, with homeowners increasingly choosing eco-friendly furniture made from ethically sourced materials like bamboo, coconut husk, and mycelium. This trend reflects a broader desire to make more responsible choices in home design.
29. Technology That Boosts Homeowner and Pro Collaborations
Home design technology is evolving to make the design and remodeling process more seamless. Tools like Houzz Pro are helping homeowners collaborate with professionals through 3D floor plans, communication features, and project tracking—all at their fingertips.
30. Multi-Function Spaces
With people spending more time at home, multi-function spaces are becoming a must-have. Rooms are being designed to serve multiple purposes, from home offices that double as guest rooms to dining rooms that can easily transform into entertainment spaces.
31. Sustainable Building Materials
As eco-conscious living continues to rise, sustainable building materials such as recycled wood, bamboo, and low-impact concrete are being embraced. These materials not only reduce a home’s environmental footprint but also bring warmth and character to interior spaces.
32. Textured Wall Treatments
Textured walls are an easy way to add depth and interest to any room. Whether through natural materials like plaster or modern treatments like 3D panels, textured walls will continue to be popular in 2025 for their tactile appeal.
33. Greenery Everywhere
Houseplants continue to dominate interior design, with larger, statement plants taking center stage. Whether in the form of vertical gardens or potted trees, greenery brings a sense of nature indoors, enhancing the overall ambiance and air quality.
34. Personalized Lighting Designs
Lighting is no longer just functional—it’s part of the decor. Personalized lighting fixtures, from sculptural chandeliers to bespoke sconces, are becoming a key element in creating a space that feels unique and tailored to the homeowner’s taste.
These 34 home design trends are setting the stage for a year of innovation and style, merging timeless beauty with cutting-edge functionality. Expect kitchens to embrace natural materials like limestone and rich wood, while porcelain countertops and integrated tech features bring modern sophistication. The rise of English-inspired range alcoves and textured tile flooring adds warmth and character, while bathrooms are becoming private retreats with steam showers and wellness-inspired features. Organic modern style, with its focus on natural textures and soft curves, will dominate interiors, alongside the popularity of rounded furniture and arches. Whether you're planning a full renovation or just want to refresh your space, 2025 is all about creating a home that's both functional and full of personality.
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