The Cozy & Inviting Interior Design Trends of 2025

The design world is forever changing, and while we can’t escape its influence completely, we also don’t have to blindly follow every fad or Instagram trend. By keeping a pulse on current trends, we can better discern between passing fads and timeless styles that will help to complement your overall unique aesthetic.  

We’re looking at some of the upcoming design trends for 2025, and we’re seeing a shift away from minimalist grey tones towards warmer tones. Designers and homeowners alike are also looking to more sustainable materials like stone, timber, and clay. Blending classic and colourful furniture with cozy, inviting spaces is also rising in popularity.  

Join us as we explore the future of home decor and discover how these trends can enhance your living environment. Here are six key trends that are sure to shape interior design in the coming year: 

1. The Rise of Clay and Ceramics

The organic appeal of ceramics and clay continues to captivate designers. Julien Sebban (Elle Decor) says we should expect to see more clay and ceramic lighting fixtures, accessories, fireplace surrounds, and mirrors gracing interiors. This trend brings a tactile, earthy quality to spaces, adding warmth and character. Clay based products are being rediscovered for the tactile appeal and environmental benefits. 

2. Earthy Tones Reign Supreme

Tired of the cold, gray palettes that seemed to be everywhere over the past few years? Warm, earthy tones are making a strong comeback in 2025. Like we saw in 2024, brown is having a moment, offering versatility and a connection to nature. Pantone’s 2025 Colour of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is a testament to this trend. In addition to these earthy tones, we’re also seeing burgundy, navy blue, saturated greens and terracotta beginning to make an appearance. You can easily incorporate these tones through paint, soft furnishings, and accessories. It also means they’re easy to change later on. 

3. Classic & Colourful Furniture

Minimalism is taking a backseat as we embrace classic furniture designs. Lucinda Loya (Lucinda Loya Interiors) is expecting to see a resurgence of art-deco style furniture and design elements. We also expect to see less curved sofas and more structured pieces. Patterns are making a comeback, adding visual interest to spaces. The art-deco design style has iconic chevron patterns, zigzags, and sunburst motifs with opulent materials like marble, glass, and polished metal. This trend offers a timeless appeal and a sense of nostalgia. 

4. Statement Lighting Takes Center Stage

Lighting is no longer just functional; it’s a statement piece. Dynamic designs are redefining the role of lighting in interior design. By choosing a bold and unique lighting fixture, you can transform the entire room. We are going to see people using the lighting in their home in less traditional ways and more as playful art pieces. 

5. Nodding to Nature

Natural materials like stone, wood, and natural fibers are becoming increasingly popular. These materials bring warmth, texture, and a sense of history to spaces. Timber flooring, in particular, is a great way to add a touch of nature to your home. There’s numerous timber species to choose from such as European Oak, Blackbutt, Spotted Gum, and Tasmanian Oak. Each of these species also comes in a range of colours, designs, and rustic grades. With such a wide variety of timber flooring to choose from, there is a timber type that will suit any interior design style. Take a look at our range of timber flooring options to see what works best with your interior style – Here

6. Prioritising Comfort

In 2025, comfort is king. Homeowners are creating spaces that are both functional and inviting. For example, breakfast nooks are making a resurgence, offering a casual and cozy dining area. Spaces like a breakfast nook offer a more casual area than a dining room, but are more intentional than bar stools at a kitchen counter. 

By incorporating these trends into your home’s overall design style, you can create spaces that are both stylish, comfortable, and uniquely yours. 

In 2024, interior design embraced a blend of classic elegance and sustainability. With brown making a comeback, we’re beginning to see complementary colour palettes emerge along with the use of more natural materials such as clay, stone and timber. This trend will continue to increase throughout 2025. 

2024 was also the year of the backyard, with more homeowners incorporating outdoor cooking, dining, and living spaces into their homes. Outdoor furniture, decor items and barbecues were embraced by homeowners and designers looking to create outdoor entertaining spaces for relaxing with family and friends. 

Moving into 2025 will build on the trends of 2024, but it will also bring a strong emphasis on personalisation and individual style being infused into our interior spaces.