Inspiration abounds for homeowners and DIY enthusiasts this spring, with interior design trends that focus on tactile, emotional and sensory experiences, fresh takes on classics, and permission to surround yourself with décor that delivers joy.
Here are the top interior design trends for spring 2025.
Texture Over Color
Maximalism and bold colors continue to trend in 2025, but texture is being introduced as an alternative, offering homeowners a rich, tactile way to make a statement.
Look for accent walls made from unexpected materials, such as wooden tiles, fluting, plant materials, stones, pebbles or shells. Plaster wall finishes are also popular this spring, as are wood trim details.
Textured tiles are trending, with waves, fluted finishes, tumbled and stacked stone, and handcrafted selections appearing everywhere.
Mixing metals is also a popular way to bring textural elements and some extra bling into your home.
Farmhouse is Out, Transitional is In
Farmhouse homes have been among the most popular housing styles for years, but fans should be on notice. This trend is heading into the twilight, with the enduring and elegant transitional style taking its place.
Both Houzz and the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) indicate that transitional style is the most popular style in their respective trends reports.
Transitional style is a mash-up of contemporary and traditional styles, and features neutral color palettes and vibrant accessories, minimalist décor that exudes a resort vibe, an emphasis on tonal variation and a mix of vintage and modern furnishings that offer comfort first.
Part of the appeal of transitional style is that it is timeless, which homeowners appreciate, because timeless design tends to be more budget-friendly and eco-friendly, as opposed to chasing trends.
Neuroaesthetics and Neuro-inclusive Design
Neuro-inclusive design is emerging as a popular design approach, building on the trend of universal design, accessibility and inclusivity at home, and was named as one of the top trends by the American Society of Interior Designers in its 2025 Trends Outlook report,
It is estimated that 15-20 percent of the global population identify as neurodivergent. Neurodivergent is an umbrella term for people whose brains perceive the world around them in atypical ways, which includes a broad number of disorders and conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and more.
Neuro-inclusive design centers on sensory experience. A neuro-inclusive home might include dimmable lighting, soft flooring and tactile accent walls that help in reducing noise, flexible furniture and accents (think multi-purpose furniture and moveable walls), digital detox spaces and sensory zones or pods.
Neuro-inclusive design also relies heavily on the calming effects of nature-inspired biophilia, with fractal patterns, water features and indoor-outdoor connection prominent.
Biophilic elements “encourage us to feel more in touch with nature, peace, and contentment within our home,” says WELL and LEED accredited interior designer Sarah Barnard
Designing For Joy
Home is meant to be a safe and happy place, and homeowners are taking that to heart this spring, by designing spaces that deliver joy. That means choosing décor that is nostalgic, meaningful, or is just appealing to you personally.
Falling under this trend is the dopamine décor, where the aesthetic is curated to deliver a rush of dopamine. Think bright and cheery colors and patterns, with a touch of whimsy.
Pinterest Predicts 2025 forecasts that Primary Play will be trending, an aesthetic that incorporates murals, hand-painted furniture, stripes and geometric patterns.
Color Drenching (and Pattern and Wood Drenching Too)
Color drenching was big last year, and continues to lead color trends, but pattern drenching and wood drenching are gaining traction too. In pattern drenching, the room is enveloped in the same pattern. This can be busy looking, so it’s recommended to do this technique in smaller rooms, with fewer architectural details and furnishings
In wood drenching, a single species and finish extends across the room and is seen in the accents and furnishings. The danger here is having your home look like a 1970s ski lodge, so choose natural wood over faux wood, and go for lighter woods to keep the room light and bright.
Quiet Luxury
Quiet luxury is a trend that has been around for a while, but it's getting new attention as homeowners want their homes to feel indulgent.
This trend is about embracing elegance by curating a classic, minimal, but comfortable aesthetic, in an understated way. Think old money versus new money and whispering instead of shouting your style statement.
To achieve quiet luxury, layer lighting with elegant light fixtures. Focus on high-quality materials. Color palettes are typically neutral and refined, and textiles are luxe, but comfortable.
The Unexpected Red Theory
The Unexpected Red Theory was a viral TikTok sensation in 2024, but has cemented its presence in 2025, in part because of the wide-spread love for red currently in interior décor.
“The Unexpected Red Theory is adding anything red, big or small to a room where it doesn't match, and it automatically looks better. This can apply to a lampshade, sofa, or even a small pillow," says designer Taylor Migliazzo Simon.
According to research by BEHR, consumers associate red with high-end hotels, and like its attention-grabbing qualities. Respondents to this study indicate that they plan to use red in accent walls and on their front doors.
Curves
Another holdover from 2024 trends, curves are bigger than ever this season, appearing in rounded furniture, archways, accents, and even in walls, particularly open-concept floor plans.
Curves are innately calming because of the way in which the undulating lines coax the eye, rather than jarring with sharp transitions.
Look for coved ceilings, curved bookcases and doorways, nest chairs, rounded kitchen islands, circular, pedestal dining tables, oval soaker tubs, stove nooks and alcoves and curved statement range hoods.
Curves are being mixed and matched with other geometric shapes and lines this spring, for more visual variety.
Wellness Kitchens
Trending this spring are wellness kitchens, where healthy cooking, air quality, natural light, and social interaction are all guiding principles for design.
Look for multi-purpose appliances with steam features and with tech that reduces fumes and smoke.
Larger fridges (or multiple fridges) are necessary to store fresh ingredients to cook from scratch, and oversize, workstation sinks help with prep.
Kitchen islands are larger, with integrated seating, to provide a central gathering location for socializing, an important part of mental health.
Natural light and ventilation are important, so kitchens are opening up to the outdoors, where space allows. If this isn’t possible from a practical standpoint, look for large windows with minimal treatments to permit the flow of light and air.
Vintage Meets Modern
What’s old is new again when it comes to vintage furniture and antiques.
Buying second-hand offers a number of benefits that homeowners are taking full advantage of. It’s better for the environment, keeping furniture out of landfills. Similarly, older pieces will have already off-gassed, also a sustainable choice.
Vintage pieces also give homeowners a unique way to express themselves.
With the growing number of multi-generational households, modern pieces are occupying the same spaces as sentimental pieces, as the whole family wants their various generational aesthetics represented.
To do this seamlessly, try styling a vintage piece with modern accents, such as an antique armchair with contemporary throw cushions. Mix modern light fixtures with vintage table lamps. Choose similar color families, and then incorporate different pieces, matching tones and shades, for patina.
