2025 Design Trends: What’s Defining the Year So Far
Design is always evolving—and 2025 has already given us some standout ideas that are shaping architecture, interiors, and even fashion. At Barker/Nestor, staying connected to trends helps us design spaces that feel both of-the-moment and timeless.
Here are the 2025 design trends we’re keeping an eye on:
1. Earthy Monochrome Palettes
While color is making a comeback, we’re seeing an increase in single-tone spaces built around natural hues—think warm terracottas, deep moss greens, and sandy beiges. These calming palettes offer visual cohesion and create understated luxury.
🔗 Elle Decor’s 2025 Color Trends
2. Soft Geometry
Forget sharp lines—2025 is all about rounded corners, soft arches, and organic forms. This echoes what we’ve seen on the runway too, with curvilinear silhouettes showing up in fashion collections by brands like Loewe and The Row.
3. Unexpected Texture Pairings
Think smooth stone with woven textiles, polished concrete alongside velvet. These pairings offer visual contrast while maintaining material balance. Tactile richness is becoming just as important as visual impact.
4. Fashion/Design Crossovers
Designers are drawing inspiration from fashion more than ever. We’ve seen restaurant interiors reflect trends in metallic finishes, oversized silhouettes, and layered tones—just like 2025’s trending streetwear and luxury fashion.
🔗 Vogue Runway Recap Spring/Summer 2025
Why It Matters for Hospitality
Each of these trends offers insight into where guest expectations are headed: comfort without compromise, style with story, and spaces that feel personal and memorable.
We’re excited to see how these evolve—and how we’ll continue adapting our work to stay ahead.