Sorry, but These Design Trends Will Be Outdated in 2025

Designers are tired of bouclé. “It is a pretty, textured fabric but this fabric made its appearance and oversaturated the home,” says Alexis Vitale of Vitale Design Group in Hermosa Beach, California. “It’s a little impractical when you have pets with claws or tiny fingers running their hands through it.  The loops easily snag making this not so pretty.”

Clara Jung of Banner Day Interiors in San Francisco, agrees. “I’ve been told it’s here to stay, and I’ve seen more nuanced versions which are compelling, but I’m ready for a change from ivory boucle,” she adds.

Los Angeles designer Amy Pigliacampo sees the tide turning on all-white interiors: “I believe that more clients are finding their style and less afraid to embrace some color and texture.”

“For a while, walls were all white and then black came on the scene: black cabinetry, black tile, black accent walls,” says Rosanna Bassford of Memmo Interiors in the Bay Area. “In 2025, I think people are ready for more warmth, color, and softer tones. Black can still be an accent, and white will be forever timeless but the proportion of it will go down and we’ll see more earthy tones or spaces where colors blend together.”

“Waterfall countertops had their moment, but they can sometimes feel a little too sleek and cold,” explains Amy Peltier, an interior designer based in San Marino, California. “In 2025, homeowners are craving kitchens with more warmth and personality. I’m seeing a shift toward islands with mixed materials or unique details that make the space feel inviting, layered, and full of charm.”

“Matching black plumbing, bath hardware, and cabinet hardware are out!” says designer Andrea Lackie, who’s based in Truckee, California. “While a black fixture can have its place, matching everything is a rookie mistake. Instead, opt for mixing materials and finishes for a custom look. Even better if the finishes are hand-applied or have a patina.”

“Maximalism and all the ‘cores’—let’s get back to the ‘core’ and let go of the overzealous trends that have us running to buy more stuff,” says Summer Jensen of Hawk & Co in Laguna Beach, California.

“Collectively let’s retire ‘modern farmhouse,’ okay?” says Linda Hayslett of LH.Designs in Los Angeles. “If I see one more shiplap wall or signage in a home, I might scream. It’s giving ‘basic,’ and we’re moving on to designs that actually feel personal and layered, not like they were ordered out of a catalog.”

“Rooms serving only one purpose are out,” says Vitale. “It’s like having that handbag you only use for a fancy night out on the town. We want more; we don’t just want the perfect kitchen, we want the furniture in our kitchen to do more.”

“I believe we’ll see a shift away from man-made quartz counters,” says Corine Maggio of CM Natural Designs. “It’s been popular for a long time but there’s a stronger embrace of natural stone and I really hope this trend is a long-lasting one.”

“Interiors that feel overly one-dimensional, adhering too strictly to either modern or traditional design, are falling out of favor,” says L.A.-based designer Sarah West. “Spaces that lean heavily into a single era—be it a high-gloss, ultra-modern aesthetic or a strictly curated traditional look—tend to feel more like curated exhibits than true living spaces. The rigid adherence to one style often results in interiors that come across as forced or disconnected, lacking in warmth and authenticity. An extreme focus on matching details and perfect period-correct elements can overwhelm the senses while somehow managing to lack an authentic personality.”

Vitale is sick of seeing can lighting everywhere. “Lighting is one of the most important elements of the home,” she says. “It truly impacts your mood, the aesthetic of a space, and the overall vibe of the home.”

“The light-colored, wide-plank wood flooring and large-format tile that were once reliable, go-to choices for elevated transitional style are on their way out in favor of finishes that add texture and authenticity to the home,” says West. “The clean, uninterrupted expanses that made these options so appealing in the past now come across as impersonal, uniform, and sterile. Their popularity has left a once-impactful design choice feeling predictable and less distinctive. As a result, wide planks and large-format tiles are gradually losing their place as the go-to choice for sophisticated interiors.”

“Built-in tubs with large platforms and small grouted tiles are not only an eyesore, they take up valuable real estate that should be given to the shower,” says Rebecca Ward, an interior designer based in Sacramento. “These step-up tubs are also hazardous for those in the home of all ages.”