Top Interior Design Trends for 2025: What’s In, What’s Out
- Black Cat Interiors
- Jul 21
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 29
Interior design in 2025 is all about comfort, character, and intentional living. We're seeing a shift away from hyper-minimalist spaces toward rooms that feel expressive, grounded, and lived-in. Whether you're starting fresh or refreshing a space, staying on top of trends helps you make confident, design-forward choices.
Here are the top interior design trends we’re loving for 2025—and how to use them in your home.
1. Layered, Lived-In Neutrals
Forget sterile white-on-white. The new neutrals are warm, tactile, and layered—think creamy ivory, putty, and mushroom with contrasting textures like boucle, clay, and wood grain.
Pro Tip: Mix at least three textures (like linen, leather, and cane) in a single space to create depth without overwhelming color.

2. Moody, Dramatic Walls
Dark, saturated paint colors are making bold statements in living rooms, bedrooms, and even powder rooms. Charcoal, oxblood, deep plum, and navy are being paired with metallics and wood for a rich, cocooned effect.
Explore our Interior Paint Consultation service to find the perfect bold hue for your space.

3. Sculptural Lighting
Goodbye, basic builder-grade lighting. Statement fixtures—arched floor lamps, ceramic pendants, organic-shaped sconces—are now key design elements that elevate the whole room.
Look for lighting with curves, texture, and contrast—think alabaster, brass, or stone finishes.
4. Vintage + Antiques Mix
2025 is all about personality-driven design. That means blending contemporary pieces with antique or vintage finds to create layered, storied interiors.
Thrifted decor and Facebook Marketplace finds are not only budget-friendly but also sustainable and unique.

5. Quiet Luxury
The “quiet luxury” trend isn’t about logos or loud statements—it’s about understated elegance. Think clean lines, rich materials (like oak, linen, or marble), and thoughtful design details that feel timeless rather than trendy.
6. Earth Tones & Natural Materials
Colors inspired by nature—like terracotta, olive, rust, and ochre—are huge in 2025. So are natural materials like travertine, jute, and clay. These tones bring warmth and grounding energy to your interiors.
7. Soft Shapes & Curved Silhouettes
Furniture is softening. From arched doorways to curved sofas and rounded kitchen islands, organic forms are replacing harsh lines. These pieces make spaces feel welcoming and modern without sacrificing elegance.
8. Mixed Metals
You no longer have to commit to one metal. Mixing brass with black, nickel with gold, or matte and polished finishes adds visual interest and breaks the “matchy-matchy” rule of the past.

Tip: Stick to 2–3 finishes per room for a cohesive look.
What’s Out in 2025?
🚫 All-White Everything – Overdone and often too sterile
🚫 Overly Minimalist Spaces – Lacking warmth or personality
🚫 Fast Furniture – Poor quality and environmentally wasteful
🚫 Excessive Open Shelving – Too much maintenance, not enough function
Want to Incorporate 2025’s Trends into Your Home?
Whether you're starting from scratch or updating a few key elements, Black Cat Interiors can help. Explore services from Paint Consulations to 3D Renderings—each crafted to turn your space into a stylish, personalized oasis.