As the new year approaches, many of us start to think about goals for the new year and how we can get organized and set up our home in a way that serves us better. When thinking about refreshing your space in the upcoming year, consider some of the interior design trends that are making a departure in favor of more personalized design that prioritizes lifestyle to promote more overall wellness.
Today I’m sharing 9 Interior Design Trends that are 'OUT' for 2025.
1. ALL WHITE INTERIORS
Why It’s Out: All-white interiors are beautiful when done well, but they’re losing their appeal due to their high-maintenance nature.
Emotional Impact: While white can evoke cleanliness and simplicity, too much of it leaves a room feeling stark and unapproachable. People are yearning for spaces that feel lived-in, layered and emotionally warm.
What’s Next: In 2025 expect to see warmer neutral palettes with creamy whites, taupes and greiges to replace stark whites. You’ll also see contrast being added through natural wood tones, and layered textiles to make spaces feel more dynamic and approachable.
2. OPEN SHELVING OVERLOAD
Why It’s Out: For the last several years open shelving has been loved for its airy, curated aesthetic, but many people find the pressure to keep it perfectly styled exhausting.
Emotional Impact: Open shelving can create visual clutter and stress when not impeccably styled.
What’s Next: While open shelving will still remain a way of showcasing beautiful décor and treasured pieces, closed cabinetry is becoming more prevalent because of its practicality for storage that hides the mess of busy lifestyles.
3. FAST FURNITURE
Why It’s Out: Disposable furniture that prioritizes speed and cost over quality is falling out of favor. With growing awareness of sustainability and environmental impact, people are moving away from “fast furniture” that doesn’t last.
Emotional Impact: Cheap, poorly made pieces often fail to create the sense of pride and longevity that a well-crafted home should evoke. Buyers are seeking more meaningful investments in their spaces.
What’s Next: Locally-made, sustainable furniture and vintage finds are trending, offering durability, unique character and a reduced environmental footprint.
4. ACCENT WALLS
Why It’s Out: Accent walls were once a popular way to add a pop of color or texture to a room, but their overuse has made them feel dated.
Emotional Impact: While accent walls were intended to inject personality, these days they can be considered like a non-committal design choice.
What’s Next: Instead of a single accent wall, 2025 brings more immersive color experiences, where all walls, trim and even ceilings are painted in the same color to create a rich, enveloping feel. Similarly, wallpaper or texture is being applied to all walls in a room, rather than just one to ensure a truly cohesive statement.
5. OVERLY MINIMALIST INTERIORS
Why It’s Out: While clean lines and decluttered spaces still hold appeal for many people, extreme minimalism is being replaced by “warm minimalism” or “soft maximalism.”
Emotional Impact: Overly stark interiors can feel uninviting and lack personality.
What’s Next: Designers are blending minimalism with cozy textures and carefully curated collections of homeowners belongings and treasures to create personalized spaces that feel inviting rather than overly styled or impersonal.
6. BOUCLE
Why It’s Out: Bouclé has been characterized as the epitome of cozy design in the last few ywar, but its popularity has dwindled due to overuse. What once felt fresh and elevated now feels overplayed.
Emotional Impact: While bouclé was initially loved for its plush, comforting vibe, its high-maintenance nature often caused unease for families with pets or children because it’s difficult to clean.
What’s Next: In 2025 we are leaning into more sustainable, low-maintenance textures like nubby linens, cotton blends and performance fabrics that offer a similar sense of warmth without the upkeep.
7. SCULPTURAL FURNITURE
Why It’s Out: Bold, abstract furniture was embraced in the last few years – mostly in modern homes, but its impracticality is driving out its popularity. Furniture that prioritizes artful shapes over everyday functionality is losing its allure.
Emotional Impact: Homeowners are increasingly valuing comfort and usability. Sculptural furniture often lacks ergonomic support, leaving users longing for pieces that feel as good as they look.
What’s Next: In 2025 the focus is shifting to softer, rounded forms that blend style and comfort seamlessly. Think timeless designs with plush upholstery and curved silhouettes that feel inviting and practical.
8. GRAY
Why It’s Out: Gray has dominated interior design for over a decade, but it’s now (and I’ll argue that it’s always been associated with) cold and sterile environments. I personally love gray in small amounts, but otherwise it drains me.
Emotional Impact: Post-pandemic, people are craving spaces that spark joy and connection. Gray tones, while versatile, often fail to evoke the emotional warmth and vibrancy people are now seeking for their homes.
What’s Next: Warm neutrals like taupe, greige and creamy beige are making a comeback. These hues are being paired with earthy tones—such as sage green, terracotta, and muted golds—for a palette that feels natural, grounding, and full of life.
9. WORD ART
Why It’s Out: Signs with phrases like “Live, Laugh, Love,” “Good Vibes Only” or “Gather” can be charming, but they’ve become overly common and therefore lack originality.
Emotional Impact: Word art can feel impersonal and overly trendy. While it aims to add personality, it can often feel more like mass-produced decor than a meaningful design element.
What’s Next: Art that speaks to the homeowner’s personality or evokes emotion or photographs of places the homeowner has been or is inspired by.
Final Thoughts2025 marks a shift toward interior design that prioritizes comfort, sustainability, individuality and timeless beauty. It’s about creating spaces that reflect who you are while staying true to your lifestyle and adapting design that prioritizes your needs. Whether you’re starting fresh or refreshing your current home, the key is to invest in what feels authentic and meaningful to you.
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