Color has never been more personal than it is projected to be in 2025. Trend forecasters, from leading paint companies to color institutions, agree that consumers are forgoing stark whites, dated grays, and cool neutrals in favor of layered colors.
4. Swap Stark Whites for Blues, Greens, and Yellows. Stark white is another paint color to say goodbye to in 2025 according to industry experts. "In 2025, I believe cool tones will be out and warmth will be in," says Jamie Davis, co-founder of Portola Paints.
Soothing and earthy tones
In recent years, colors such as vibrant yellow, bright pink and bold blue have dominated. For 2025, muted and earthy tones are coming to the fore. Colors such as Future Dusk, a deep blue, and Transcendent Pink, a soft vintage pink, convey stability and balance.
Business Insider asked color experts which hues are on their way out in 2025. Black may seem sophisticated, but it's not a great choice for long-term livability. More people will phase out colors like olive green and mustard yellow in favor of softer hues.
Beige has made a remarkable resurgence in the world of interior design and is expected to be a popular color in 2025. Unlike the rich, golden tones that were trendy in the early 2000s, today's beiges are lighter and more versatile, making them an excellent choice for various home finishes.
Interior design ideas in 2025 will be all about combining style with functionality, sustainability, and wellness. Whether you're drawn to the minimalist coziness of Japandi, the rich textures of natural stone, or the bold statement of maximalism, there's a trend to suit every taste.
For a fresher, cozier aesthetic in your home for 2024, we suggest swapping white for brown. There are many warm golden browns, beiges and tan, and richer, darker browns like chocolate, chestnut and coffee, and cool browns like taupe and ash brown, so the choices are endless.
There are many designers who believe white walls can never be outdated, they are timeless, versatile, and totally adaptable to any change in trends. The key is how you decorate white rooms in order to ensure they always feel on-trend.
Are Accent Walls Still in Style in 2025? Interior spaces have been a staple in home decor for years, but their popularity is evolving in 2025. While bold, contrasting walls are less in style, the concept of an accent wall isn't disappearing. Instead, we're shifting towards more subtle, textured, or patterned designs.
WGSN, the world's leading trend forecaster, joins forces with Coloro each year to unveil the color that will mark the coming seasons. For 2026, their choice was "Transformative Teal", a deep blue-green that embodies both technology and nature. This article has been automatically translated.
Green is the top wallpaper colour for 2025.
From soft linden blossom shades to dark forest greens. Yellows too in shades of light mellow yellow, honey and ochre are back, exquisitely offset by the greens. The grounding for this trend is harnessing nature's own energy and blurring the line between indoors and outdoors.
Subdued shades supplemented with a contrasting blue will evoke nature in the 2025 Spring-Summer season. Your creations should include the forget-me-not, heavenly, cloudy, smoky, brick or mahogany shades.
Expect to see lighter shades of yellow taking the place of white in 2025. “It's a sunny alternative to simple whites and as such incredibly versatile,” says interior designer Beata Heuman, who has painted the walls, woodwork, and ceiling in her own guestroom in her “Butter” shade for Mylands.
The best white paint for interior walls depends on many factors, from décor to lighting in a space. Three favorites include Chantilly Lace OC-65 and Decorator's White OC-149—both cooler whites, and Simply White OC-117, a former Benjamin Moore Color of the Year, which leans warmer in tone.
As popular and classic as white or off-white for trim might be, some designers are calling the look dated and suggest you consider an alternative. LA-based designer and entrepreneur Loren Weiss is one of them. "Out: white ceiling and trim...
“Cool grays have been a go-to neutral for years, but as designers, we've been guiding clients away from them," says Carolyn Cerminara, founder and principal designer of Cerminara Design. "By 2025, they'll be completely out of style, and we won't be incorporating them into our designs.
If the room already has a lot going on, an accent wall may not be the best choice. It could make a busy room feel too crowded.
"The overly rustic farmhouse aesthetic, including shiplap and barn-style doors, is giving way to modern rustic or transitional styles with more refined details," according to Calhoun. However, this doesn't means those with farmhouse finishes are stuck with this look.
WHITE PAINT TRENDS OF 2024: A New Era for White Paint
Tiffany Monreal, one of our expert designers at Revive, sums it up: “Yes, white paint is still trending, but it's all about moving toward warmer and softer shades in 2024.” This shift reflects a broader design trend—creating spaces that feel lived-in and welcoming.
One has to be careful by just painting “it all white” though. While it's true that white walls can create a clean and minimalist look, and make spaces feel larger and airier, they may not be the best option for everyone or every space.
Modern trends toward more minimal styling, and large wheels favoring very low-profile tires leave little room for a whitewall.
“Bold kitchen cabinet colors are replacing the all-white kitchen. Red, cobalt blue, teal, and mustard cabinets will be spicing up kitchens in 2025. Mixing these colors in with white or wood cabinetry is a great option for homeowners who are not 100% committed to floor-to-ceiling bright colors,” she said.
Starting with another classic neutral, beige is a tried-and-true alternative to stark white. This shade will bring warmth to your space without distracting from your décor. Experiment with tones that range from vanilla to sandy brown. Balance the wash of beige with cool-toned wall art in blue and green hues.