Six Predicted Home Design Trends for 2025, as Suggested by Real Simple's Experts
2025 is sizzling with excitement, and for us avid home editors who dwell on charming interiors all day long, a set of fresh trends are emerging in the decor realm for the upcoming year. We're thrilled about these tendencies as they focus on color and personalization, encouraging you to create a space that truly reflects your unique identity. Steering away from the minimalist fad that's dominated for the past few years, these trends emphasize the importance of making your home feel lived-in, intentional, and beautiful.
Here's a sneak peek into some emerging trends to inspire your next project:
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Creative Mirrors
Statement mirrors have been popping up in our favorite designers' work, like this space by Megan Gorelick Interiors. Although they're not always budget-friendly, a unique mirror is a fantastic method to infuse personality into your home.
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Mix-and-Match Bedding
Monotonous bedding is a thing of the past. It's time for some fun with your bedding linens by experimenting with various patterns and textures, as seen in this bedroom by Collected Interiors. Switch out accessories like throw pillows and blankets with the changing of the seasons for a refreshing makeover.
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Unconventional Tile Patterns
If you've noticed tile arrangements in kitchen backsplashes and bathroom showers and walls that appear... erratic (not adhering to a discernible pattern), it's not just you. We've been seeing it done in subtle ways (like this kitchen by Cece Bowman Interiors) and in more bold ways (such as in Hema Persad's bathroom in the 2024 Real Simple Home!). We find this trend appealing because it's both deliberate and organic, lending a touch of looseness compared to traditional patterns.
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Vibrant Accent Furniture
Brighter colors have made their way back on the scene after a few years of the minimalist, all-beige-everything aesthetic. We're now seeing bold colors more frequently on accent furniture, like this lively cabinet by Mustard Made. Upcycle pieces you already own to try out a brighter color scheme, such as painting an older wooden chair.
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Regal Shades of Purple
Once a contentious color in the design world, purple has experienced a renaissance. Search for inspiration on Instagram or Pinterest, and you'll discover countless stunning spaces featuring refined shades of purple. We're seeing lots of lilac with a slightly dusty hue (like this cabinet in a space designed by Norton Interiors), and rooms painted deep, dramatic plums, aubergines, and more. Overcome apprehension by starting small, like incorporating a throw, trash can, or frame.
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Eye-catching Hardware
While we still hold sentimental value for classic hardware, incorporating pieces that stand out in color, style, or scale can elevate a piece of furniture/cabinet or any area needing a little extra flair, without requiring extensive time and effort for a DIY project. We're captivated by this bathroom designed by Jessica Davis of Atelier Davis, equipped with special hardware from her line, Nest Hardware.
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News about the emerging decor trends for 2025 has been making headlines in home and design magazines, including RealSimple. The trend of decorating homes with statement mirrors and mix-and-match bedding linens is gaining popularity, offering a unique opportunity for homeowners to infuse personality and creativity into their living spaces.
