Top 5 Interior Design Trends Dominating 2025 (So Far)
Spoiler alert: Beige is still banned.
If you’re a fan of colour, character, and interiors that make you smile (even before your first coffee), 2025 is shaping up to be your year. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or taking on a full-scale home makeover, this year’s interior design trends are bold, brave, and unapologetically you.
We’ve been watching the trends unfold—and we’ve cherry-picked the five that are not only dominating right now but are also perfectly in sync with our colourful, maximalist ethos.
So, whether you're in Clifton or Clevedon, get comfy, pop the kettle on (or pour a cheeky glass of something sparkling), and let’s dive into the trends that are turning heads—and walls, floors, and ceilings—this year.
1. Jewel Tones Are the New Neutrals
Gone are the days when “safe” meant sticking to fifty shades of greige. 2025 is positively dripping in rich, saturated colour—think sapphire blues, emerald greens, and decadent plums. Jewel tones are everywhere, from painted ceilings to velvet sofas, and they’re lending interiors a sense of luxury without sucking out all the fun.
Why we love it: Jewel tones play brilliantly with pattern, metallics, and other bold hues—perfect for layering that maximalist magic. And yes, they also look fab with a disco ball.
Design tip: Don’t be afraid to colour drench a space (i.e. paint your walls, ceiling and skirting boards the same colour!). It blurs the edges so makes a space feel bigger; and it adds a dash of drama.
2. Mixed Eras, Maximum Personality
The matchy-matchy showroom look? Not this year. We’re seeing a glorious revival of mixing pieces from different decades: a mid-century credenza topped with a postmodern lamp, next to a punky piece of contemporary art.
Your home should tell your story—and no one’s life is a single aesthetic. This trend is all about celebrating the eclectic and embracing the joyful chaos of combining pieces with history, humour, and heart.
Why we love it: It’s so Bristol. A little vintage, a little quirky, a little rule-breaking—and a whole lot of fun.
Design tip: Anchor your space with one “hero” piece (like a colourful vintage armchair), and let the rest fall around it. Clashing isn’t just allowed—it’s encouraged.
3. Don’t Forget the “Fifth Wall”
Ceilings (aka the “fifth wall”) are really having their moment. Gone are the days of blindly painting the ceiling white for lack of knowing what else to do. Instead, designers are using panelling, bold colours, murals, wallpaper, and even fabric to make this extra (often overlooked) canvas sing.
Because why should the walls have all the fun?
Why we love it: Distinctive ceilings instantly inject personality—ideal for those who want a home that feels curated, not carbon-copied.
Design tip: Use stripes (extend them to the picture rail or paint them radiating from the centre). Voilà—instant playful circus vibes.
4. Playful Details & Joyful Decor
It’s not just about what looks good—it’s about what feels good. Playful touches are big in 2025, from sculptural furniture to smile-inducing accessories (yes, we’ve seen a candlestick shaped like a dachshund, and yes, we’re still thinking about it).
This trend is for the detail-lovers: the people who want their home to have layers, surprises, and personality-packed moments. It might be a lamp that makes you laugh, a cushion that clashes just right, or a shelf styled like a still life painting.
Why we love it: It brings the human touch back to interiors—and it’s totally child- and adult-approved.
Design tip: Layer textures, patterns and pops of colour in your soft furnishings to create tactile, inviting spaces. And always say yes to that slightly bonkers vase.
5. Eco-Elegance & Sustainable Style
Let’s be honest—trends that look good and do good get extra points. 2025 continues the momentum of eco-conscious design, with homeowners leaning into upcycling, locally sourced materials, and investing in quality that lasts.
But “sustainable” doesn’t mean scruffy. We’re seeing a lot of “eco-elegance”—spaces that are both mindful and magnificent. Think reupholstered vintage finds in wild fabrics, locally crafted ceramics, and natural materials like cork, wool, and bamboo—but with a chic, stylised twist.
Why we love it: Style with soul is always a win—and it’s a great excuse to spend weekends trawling the local flea markets. (See you at the Tobacco Factory market, yes?)
Design tip: Look for makers and suppliers in and around Bristol—you’ll reduce your carbon footprint and support small businesses. Win-win.
Final thoughts…
If 2025 has taught us anything so far, it’s that interiors are getting bolder, smarter, and more joyful than ever. It’s a brilliant time to lean into your colourful side and let your home become a reflection of you—quirks, collections, and all.
