Picture This: 2025 Interior Design Trends

February 1st, 2025

In our blog series, “Picture This,” we use the magic of Photoshop to present our Gallery MAR artists’ latest works in new and inspiring settings.

In this installment, we’re diving into the highly anticipated 2025 design trends predicted by Architectural Digest. From pops of color and textural accents to vintage inspirations and metallic finishes, these trends promise to shape the spaces we call home in the coming year. Each trend reflects a desire for greater connection—whether to nature, art, or a sense of individuality—offering endless opportunities to personalize your interiors.

So, if you’re ready to elevate your living spaces with the defining looks of 2025, join us as we explore how these transformative trends can infuse your home with style, character, and a forward-thinking edge.

Picture This: Nostalgia Is Back

T.S. Harris, “Clear Blue Pool,” oil, 36″ x 36″

In 2025, nostalgia continues permeate design trends, proving that beloved furnishings, fabrics, and motifs from the past still have the power to refresh and elevate modern interiors. Architectural Digest highlights how AD100 designers seamlessly integrate nostalgic elements—such as timeless leather club chairs or floral chintz fabrics—into contemporary spaces, creating a harmonious balance between familiarity and innovation.

This trend extends beautifully to the art you choose for your home. Vintage-inspired works, retro color palettes, or pieces that evoke a sense of history can bring warmth and character to even the sleekest interiors. The vintage-inspired work of Gallery MAR artist T.S. Harris is subtly reminiscent of bygone eras or a nostalgic family portrait, rendered in a modern style that can tie your space together while telling a story.

By embracing nostalgia in your art collection, you can cultivate a sense of comfort and connection that transcends time, proving that the past is not just a memory—it’s a dynamic source of inspiration for the present.

Picture This: Material Drenching

Jane Maxwell, “4 Girlfriends,” mixed media, 48″ x 60″

In 2025, material drenching takes center stage as an evolution of the popular color drenching trend. By applying a single material—be it tile, stone, plaster, or wood—throughout a space, designers create a cohesive, polished aesthetic that feels both bold and harmonious. This approach, championed by AD100 designer Jake Arnold, is particularly impactful in smaller spaces like bathrooms, where uniformity can amplify the sense of luxury and sophistication.

This trend can also inspire the way you display art in your home. Think of incorporating pieces that echo the textures or tones of your chosen material or consider artwork that punctuates the space with a bold material juxtaposition. We love how the bold collage layers of Jane Maxwell’s work highlight both the unique materials she selects and the powerful subjects they shape.

Picture This: Textured Surfaces

Matt Flint, “Still Standing,” oil, 72″ x 48″

Textured surfaces are set to dominate design trends in 2025, with materials like Venetian plaster, Moroccan tadelakt, and limewash paints continuing their ascent. These finishes, celebrated for their warmth and tactile appeal, bring depth and dimension to any space. According to experts like Jamie Davis of Portola Paints, while neutral tones remain timeless, saturated hues in textured finishes will provide a fresh avenue for subtle creativity.

This trend offers exciting possibilities for integrating art into your home. Textured walls provide a dynamic backdrop for artwork, allowing pieces with complementary textures—like layered oil paintings or mixed-media creations—to harmonize beautifully. This highly textural oil painting, “Still Standing” by Matt Flint adds character and intrigue to any space, making your home feel both contemporary and inviting.

Picture This: Colors & Patterns

America Martin, “Woman in Blue with Pansy Wallpaper,” oil, 30″ x 30″

This year, the resurgence of bold colors and lively patterns marks a departure from years of minimalist, monochromatic design. According to Taylor Abess of Parlor Interiors, homeowners are embracing vibrant hues and classic motifs like stripes and florals, even incorporating outdoor upholstery indoors for its durability and tactile appeal. This trend brings warmth, personality, and richness to contemporary interiors.

Incorporating this colorful trend into your art collection can transform your space. Consider pieces with dynamic patterns or bold palettes like this striking piece by new Gallery MAR artist America Martin. This work “Woman in Blue with Pansy Wallpaper” becomes a statement piece in this setting with rich, saturated tones that create a focal point for the room, anchoring its design and celebrating this new wave of color and texture.

Picture This: Metallics

Samantha Da Silva, “Celestial Harmony,” mixed media, 36″ x 24″

In 2025, metals that age gracefully and exude character are redefining interior design. Unlacquered brass, blackened steel, and white bronze alloys are gaining popularity for their patina and natural warmth. Designers are also embracing mixed metal finishes, moving away from uniformity to create layered, dynamic spaces. These materials provide a lived-in elegance that complements nature-inspired hues and moody interiors.

This trend offers exciting opportunities for art in your home. Sculptural pieces in mixed metals or wall art incorporating metallic accents can reflect this aesthetic beautifully. The shimmering metallic accents in Samantha Da Silva’s work “Celestial Harmony” can enhance the depth and mood of a room, making your art a seamless extension of this timeless design movement.

Written and Photoshopped by Veronica Vale