Top Interior Design Trends for 2025
- Amy Farnum
- Mar 3
- 5 min read
Updated: Mar 10
The way we design and finish our homes is evolving, and as we look forward, interior design trends for remodeling and custom new builds are increasingly focused on individuality and high-end functionality. Whether you're refreshing a few rooms or creating a bespoke dream home from scratch, choosing the right finishes is key to achieving a space that feels both timeless and cutting-edge.
From natural materials and textured surfaces to bold metallics, the finish selections of today are designed to tell a story while meeting the demands of modern living. Below you'll find our insights into 2025’s top trends that will help you visualize your next project with confidence.
Why Finishes Matter
Before we explore the trends, let's take a moment to understand why finishes are essential. These details, such as countertops, flooring, cabinetry, and fixtures, don't just bring aesthetic appeal—they define the character, functionality, and mood of a space. Thoughtful finish selection can elevate your home's value, functionality, and personality, making it truly one-of-a-kind.
Natural Materials Take Center Stage
For 2025, nature-inspired elements are dominating finish design. Homeowners are seeking pieces that bring warmth and an organic feel to their spaces. Think rich wood accents, quartzite countertops, and textural additions to the space.
Popular Applications:
Wood: Wide plank European oak flooring in matte finishes adds sophistication while keeping a natural appearance. Exposed wood beams, whether original or designed to appear authentic, highlight high ceilings while bringing a natural, rustic charm to a space often overlooked in a room’s design.
Stone Countertops: Materials like quartzite and soapstone are taking the lead due to their durability and earth-toned elegance.
Textural Finishes: Walls with Venetian plaster, Portuguese cork tiles, and modern wood paneling (a far cry from the dated 70s style!) provide texture and depth.
Why We Love It:
Natural finishes help create calming, biophilic spaces that connect homeowners with the outdoors. Paired with large windows for natural ambient light and indoor plants, these materials foster a serene yet vibrant living environment.
Bold Metallic Accents
Welcome in the age of bold metallics! From brushed brass and matte black to champagne gold and copper, metallic finishes are stealing the spotlight, lending warmth and sophistication to multiple rooms in the home.
Popular Applications:
Cabinet Hardware: Swapping out traditional chrome for champagne bronze or bold matte black creates an instant upgrade.
Lighting Fixtures: Sculptural metallic lighting doubles as functional art, especially in kitchens and dining spaces.
Accent Details: Metal inlays in kitchen hoods, bathroom vanities, or even mosaic tile create a subtle yet luxurious statement. Metallic accents are emerging as a captivating trend in contemporary wallpaper design as well.
Why We Love it:
The reflective qualities of metallic finishes allow you to play with light and shadow, adding drama and interest to interiors. These bold finishes exude high-end craftsmanship while blending seamlessly with softer textures.
Texture, Texture, Texture
The design world is leaning heavily into finishes that engage the tactile senses. (Personally, I am SO on board with this one!) Homes in 2025 will see a surge in textured wall finishes, three-dimensional tiles, and other tactile designs.
Popular Applications:
Textured Walls: In addition to the Venetian plaster, cork tile, and wall paneling introduced above, textural wall paper is seeing a resurgence by elevating the look beyond standard flat paint.
3D Tiles: Backsplashes and walls are getting a refresh with geometric 3D tiles or rippling stone-patterned tiles.
Fluted Cabinetry: Cabinet doors and drawer fronts with fluted details add a unique visual and tactile component.
Countertops: Stone countertops have long been a timeless choice, but textured quartzite and granite are rising in popularity. To explore their unique finishes, look for slabs labeled honed, leather, or suede and experience the difference firsthand.
Why We Love It:
These finishes add depth and intrigue, proving a notion we have always believed: achieving a luxurious space isn’t only about the visual—it’s also about the experience. Textures bring spaces to life, making them far more memorable.
Sustainable Luxury
Sustainability remains a driving force in interior design, but homeowners and designers alike are calling for eco-friendly options that don't sacrifice style. For 2025, expect finishes that combine high performance, low environmental impact, and timeless aesthetics.
Popular Applications:
Recycled Materials: Recycled wood accents, glass tiles, and post-consumer concrete counters make a meaningful impact.
Eco-Friendly Paints: Low-VOC and clay-based paints are soothing additions to eco-conscious builds.
Sustainable Flooring: Durable options like cork and ethically sourced hardwood are continually growing in popularity.
Why We Love It:
Sustainably sourced finishes reflect your values while delivering on beauty. With all the options available today, you'll find it's easier than ever to build responsibly without sacrificing design impact.
Statement Lighting Fixtures
Lighting is no longer just functional; it’s a defining design element. 2025 homes will include bold lighting designs with unique shapes, finishes, and materials to complement everything from industrial to organic interiors.
Popular Applications:
Oversized Pendants: Place a cluster of bold pendant lights over kitchen islands or dining tables to create a sculptural focal point.
Mixed Materials: Lighting fixtures featuring designs that combine metals, glass, and natural textures feel both modern and inviting.
Technology Innovations: Integrated LED fixtures not only deliver energy efficiency but you now can also illuminate spaces in innovative ways like motion sensing lights in hallways and Circadian rhythm lighting that adapts the the time of day.
Why We Love It:
Statement lighting draws the eye upward, making spaces feel larger while adding personality and artistic flair. As the saying goes, "lighting is the jewelry of the home," tying a space together while adding a personal touch of brilliance and style.
Modern Monochrome
While pops of color remain popular, a more subdued yet powerful monochrome design is emerging. Shades of cream, taupe, greige, and darker charcoals are making a big impact through high-contrast pairings.
Popular Applications:
Two-Tone Kitchens: Combine light counters with dark lower cabinets or vice versa.
Monochrome Bathrooms: Play with warm whites for an airy spa-like retreat, or deep charcoal tones for coziness.
Layered Tones: Use textured finishes in the same tone family to create depth while maintaining minimalism.
Why We Love It:
Monochrome palettes are sophisticated and timeless. By layering shades, you create modern, clean spaces that never go out of style.
Curated Details Matter
Above all, 2025 interior design finish trends emphasize personalization. Your finishes should tell your story, bringing character and individuality to every space. More than ever, we are seeing the rise of unique materials to craft one-of-a-kind spaces that reflect their clients' personalities.
Are you ready to tell us your story? Let's chat! Book a free Design Discovery call today to explore how we help you get the home that's tailored just for you.
Stay well and be inspired,
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