Top Trends for Interior Design in 2025
The New Year is almost upon us – but what will 2025 mean for interior decoration? Here the Bespoke Shutter Company, who supply stylish shutters in London, Herts and Essex, look at some of the interior design trends which are likely to feature in homes across the UK in the months ahead.
Hybrid Rooms
Because of the Covid pandemic, a lot of rooms had to be converted into home offices – particularly spare rooms or existing bedrooms. However, more and more people are now returning to the office, at least part-time as part of a hybrid working model. This means that, for many people, the home office now doesn’t have a primary work function, but it will still be needed for work at least on a part-time basis (The Office for National Statistics says around 30% of people were working fully from home in January 2021, and it’s about half that figure now).
This means an ongoing trend of creating versatile spaces which can function as both a sitting room and an office – so perhaps a desk to work at, which can double up as a table, and plenty of joinery to hide all the electrical cables needed for internet connections and computer equipment. Whatever you opt for, the key is not to make it too cluttered, so you can switch easily from one function to another – you don’t want to be moving lots of furniture around each time you finish or start working.
Living on the Ceiling
Interior design experts are predicting that one of the popular styles next year will be an increasing use of the ceiling – also known as the ‘fifth wall’.
While we’re unlikely to see the likes of the Sistine Chapel gracing our ceilings, instead of a simple colour scheme (usually white) designers are likely to go a step further. They may look put some bold wallpaper up there (even though this may create some logistical issues) or use some decorative paint such as a shade of pink, or a softer colour.
Some may go even further by using metallic paper or hanging drapes from the ceiling. The idea of utilising drapes may extend into the kitchen as well, with some designers opting for skirted sinks.
Eat-in Kitchens
The idea of eating in your kitchen (rather than a separate dining room) has always been around – but in 2025 it’s been predicted that this idea will be given a homey twist. So instead, of just a simple island counter (for eating breakfast at, or for preparing food), built-in banquettes are likely to become more popular.
This will turn the kitchen into a semi-lounge, along with an actual table, which can be eaten at or relaxed around; either way it will act as a focal point and turn the kitchen into far more than a place for preparing meals. The banquettes could also maximise built-in storage as well as comfort.
Rich Colour Schemes
Post-pandemic, interior designers think we will be looking for warm, rich colours which provide a sense of home comforts. This means earthy yellows, terracotta pinks and soft reds are all likely to prove popular in colour schemes across 2025.
When it comes to more neutral hues, biscuit and coffee shades will continue to be popular.
Stylish Shutters in London from The Bespoke Shutter Company
Whatever of the trends above you fancy following, you should find that some window shutters will complement it perfectly.
Window shutters provide a classic addition to any room, particularly in a neutral colour such as white – although there are plenty of other shades available as well, which may go better with some of the other elements in the room. To browse our full range of colours, follow this link.
They are practical, too, as they keep rooms cool in summer and warm in winter and offer plenty of privacy as well. For our full range of made-to-measure shutters – which include full-length, café-style, tier-on-tier and solid shutters – click on this link and fill in the form, or call us on 020 3131 3155.
Remember we offer free, no-obligation quotations, whether you are interested in octagonal shutters in north London, waterproof bathroom shutters in Herts, or solid shutters in Essex.
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