Six ways to bring 2025 design trends home
December 13, 2024
‘Tis the season to be curious and get excited about next year’s home design trends. In 2025 our living spaces are set to be inspired by nature, bold colours as well as sustainable, simple, vintage and multifunctional designs.
Come on a little design trip with us to explore in more detail what the near future of home design holds. And no pressure, you can decide for yourself what’s hot and what’s not for your home.
BIOPHILIC DESIGN
Biophilic design focuses on seamlessly integrating nature with the indoors, blurring the line between the natural world and our interior environments. The trend embraces natural light, greenery and organic materials, aiming to enhance wellbeing and create a calming, harmonious atmosphere.
Why the design matters?
Wellness in our homes remains a significant focus for next year. Biophilic design reduces stress levels and improves air quality, which is essential for achieving a healthy lifestyle. Imagine soft morning light filtering through sheer curtains like leaves in the trees, surrounded by abundant greenery creating the feeling of a serene forest in your living room.
Ways to implement Biophilic design…
- Utilise natural light by adding skylights or swapping bulky drapes for light-filtering blinds;
- Fill your home with an array of indoor plants such as English ivy, peace lilies and snake plants;
- Create spaces within your home that provide views of nature: this could be a window that overlooks a garden or a balcony facing a nearby park;
- Introduce materials that resemble the outdoors. Wooden floors, tables or chairs, stone worktops and marble accents can all add a touch of nature within your living spaces.
BOLD COLOURS & PATTERNS
The neutral colour palette rule in home design had its day. In 2025 we should look to embrace bold colours with patterns that invigorate our homes, adding fun and style whilst not overwhelming the space.
Why the design matters?
Vivid tones and couche patterns create a sense of movement and can help you express your personality with interior design choices. Mixing and matching different patterns, even clashing them, could jazz up an otherwise dull and boring room.
Ways to implement bold colours & patterns…
- Colour pops: paint just one wall in an attention-grabbing shade or wallpaper it with a strong pattern to create a wonderful accent wall;
- Colour aesthetics: inject some dopamine brights by introducing vivid furniture and accessories to your design scheme;
- Combine patterns: mixing designs like florals and geometric prints adds depth and elevates your home’s overall look.
MULTIPURPOSE ROOMS
These are versatile spaces that can serve various functions, such as an office that doubles as a guest room, or a combined living and dining area that also works as a home gym.
Why the design matters?
As our lives evolve, so do our needs for multipurpose living spaces. In today’s fast-paced world, flexibility is key. By maximizing the multifunctionality of your space, you can free up a substantial amount of square footage for furniture and storage. This trend is especially popular among remote workers and those seeking a space that seamlessly transitions from a productive office to a peaceful retreat.
Ways to implement multifunctional space design…
- An open-plan layout allows you to reconfigure the space and create a flexible environment that merges different functional areas with a continuous flow;
- Invest in convertible furniture such as a fold-out desk or sofa bed;
- Store smarter by incorporating built-in storage solutions to keep everything organised and clutter-free, making it effortless to transition your space from one function to another.
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Green design focuses on minimising the environmental impact through energy-saving appliances, solar panels and recyclable materials. It incorporates sustainable, eco-friendly resources and promotes energy-efficient solutions for a more responsible and environmentally conscious home.
Why the design matters?
The health of our planet is more important than ever. Sustainable home design trends not only lessen our environmental impact but also help reduce utility costs by lowering energy consumption.
Ways to implement sustainable design…
- Only buy and use energy-efficient appliances with high energy ratings;
- Consider installing solar panels and heat pumps to replace non-renewable energy sources with clean, renewable energy;
- Use eco-friendly materials such as bamboo, reclaimed wood and recycled materials for your home improvement projects;
- Introduce smart home technology.
SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY
Thanks to innovative technology, devices and systems such as thermostats, lighting, security and household appliances are now interconnected, allowing you to automate and remotely control various aspects of your home.
Why the design matters?
Technology keeps advancing at a fast pace and smart homes have become the norm. It’d be rude not to say ‘yes’ to enhanced convenience, energy efficiency and security. So, if you aren’t already, we’d recommend you start embracing smart home technology.
Most popular smart home technology features…
- Voice control: simply say “Change the channel!” to control your TV or use other commands and phrases to manage your lighting, temperature and security systems within your home;
- Lighting automation: set routines to control lights, check them remotely and never leave a light on longer than needed;
- Security systems: smart security cameras, door locks and motion sensors are all great to protect your home 24/7.
MINIMALIST AESTHETIC
The minimalist aesthetic embraces simplicity, functionality and removes excess. It’s characterised by clean lines, open spaces and a neutral colour palette.
Why the design matters?
“Less is more” springs to mind as this minimalist design approach sets the tone for a calm, diligent and orderly environment where wellbeing can flourish. This design offers a nice counterbalance to our fast-paced, overstimulated lives.
Ways to implement minimalist design…
- De-clutter: only keep what you need and cherish, everything else should find a new home;
- Keep colours neutral: limit your choices for painted walls and other areas of your home to three shades, adding little accents if necessary;
- Simple & subtle style: go for furnishings with minimal lines and designs.
VINTAGE & RETRO ELEMENTS
Vintage and retro designs appeal to anyone who values the charm of bygone eras as they evoke a sense of nostalgia. This trend blends antique furniture, retro colour palettes and nostalgic décor for a timeless, classic atmosphere.
Why the design matters?
When you incorporate vintage and retro touches you can make your home more distinct and personal. The ambience can feel warmer and more inviting as there’s a sense of stepping into a space that’s brimming with stories and memories.
Ways to implement vintage & retro…
- Introduce authenticity with vintage furniture pieces that carry history and tell a story;
- Colours like mustard yellows, tangerine oranges, teal blues and avocado greens are guaranteed to make your home a little groovier;
- Anything with a vintage aesthetic such as old posters or a rotary phone will add to the retro feel.
IN FASHION SINCE 2010…
The days when you struggled to find builders you can trust to manage your loft conversion, extension or refurbishment project yourself are long gone.
Since 2010, Cube manages every aspect of your home improvement project from the initial consultation and design through to construction and final inspection. Our end-to-end service ensures a seamless and cohesive experience for you as the customer, removing the need for multiple contractors whilst ensuring quality and consistency throughout.
Speak to our design consultants who are here to advise you on the most effective solutions for your home, tailored to your specification and budget: