Interior design is always evolving, reflecting our shifting lifestyles, values, and aesthetics. As we step into 2025, certain popular trends are taking a backseat to make way for fresh and innovative ideas. Whether you’re staging your home for sale or planning a redesign, here’s a closer look at the trends that will be on their way out this year, inspired by industry insights:

1. Open Kitchen Shelving: Closing the Door on Open Cabinetry

Open shelving, once beloved for its airy aesthetic, is losing its charm due to the dust and clutter it invites. In 2025, homeowners are opting for closed cabinetry with furniture-inspired designs, prioritizing practicality and sleek organization. A shelf or two for decor is fine, but closed storage is the real winner—especially when prepping your home for sale.

2. Fast Furniture: Out with the Disposable



Mass-produced, inexpensive furniture that sacrifices quality for cost is losing its appeal. Sustainability is taking center stage, with homeowners investing in timeless, durable pieces that are better for the environment and their wallets in the long run.

3. All-White Kitchens: Adding Some Color

While white kitchens were once the gold standard of modern design, they’re starting to feel overly clinical. Expect to see richer colors, warmer tones, and natural materials bringing personality and charm back into this key space.  This fading trend is also making its way throughout the home, making plain white walls (and grey for that matter) on their way out.

4. Granite Countertops: Moving Beyond the Classic Stone

Granite countertops, once the epitome of luxury in kitchens, are taking a backseat in 2025. While still a durable and timeless material, it is being overshadowed by alternatives like quartz, porcelain, and recycled surfaces. These newer materials offer more design flexibility with a wider range of colors, patterns, and finishes, while also providing easier maintenance. For homeowners looking to refresh their kitchens or stage their homes for sale, considering these options could help modernize the space and increase its appeal.

5. Matching Furniture Sets: Embracing Eclectic Style

Gone are the days of buying perfectly matched furniture sets. Homeowners now prefer to mix and match styles, textures, and colors, creating a curated look that feels personal and unique.  What’s old will be new and what’s new will be old in 2025, according to experts, so embrace and feature those antique pieces, thrift store finds, and sustainable secondhand treasures this year.

6. Bouclé: Moving Away from the Cozy Fabric Trend

Bouclé, a textured fabric that has dominated interior design in recent years, is being phased out in 2025. While initially popular for its cozy, luxurious feel, the fabric's practicality is now in question, especially for homes with kids, pets, or heavy use. Although bouclé will not completely disappear, it’s predicted to be replaced by softer, more practical alternatives. For those still drawn to the texture, consider incorporating bouclé in accent pieces, such as chairs, rather than using it for large furniture like sofas. This shift reflects a desire for both comfort and functionality in home design.

7. Industrial Design: Softening the Edges

The stark, warehouse-inspired look of industrial design is starting to feel too cold and uninviting for many homeowners. In 2025, people are leaning towards designs that incorporate softer textures, warmer colors, and natural materials, creating spaces that feel more welcoming without losing their modern edge.

8. Wall-to-Wall Carpeting: Time for an Upgrade

While carpeting was once synonymous with comfort, wall-to-wall options are being replaced by hardwood, engineered wood, and other low-maintenance flooring alternatives. Area rugs are taking over as a stylish way to add warmth and texture without the drawbacks of full carpeting.

9. Boho Overload: Simplifying Over the Top Maximalism

The boho trend, characterized by layers of macramé, tassels, and eclectic patterns, is being scaled back. While elements of this style will remain, they’re being incorporated more thoughtfully into cleaner, more minimalistic designs that focus on balance and harmony.

10. Gray Everything: Warming Up the Palette

For years, gray has been the go-to neutral, but in 2025, warmer tones like beige, taupe, and greige are taking its place. These hues add more depth and coziness to spaces, making them feel less sterile and more inviting—perfect for homeowners looking to create a sanctuary.  Opt for more naturalistic materials and colors, and explore options like bamboo, cork, or tile in timeless warm brown tones.

Why It Matters for Real Estate

For sellers, staying on top of interior design trends can have a significant impact on how potential buyers perceive a property. A home that feels outdated might struggle to attract interest or fetch top dollar. By phasing out these fading trends and incorporating newer, timeless elements, you can make your property more appealing in today’s competitive market.

For buyers, understanding what’s out can help you envision how to update a home you’re considering purchasing. Small changes like swapping out finishes or reimagining spaces can turn a house into your dream home.

Whether you’re staging a home for sale, designing your next space, or simply curious about the direction of design, these insights can help you make the best decisions. Need advice or inspiration for your next home project? The BELL Home Team is here to help. Reach out to us today!