Interior Design Trends of 2025

Colour trends play a fundamental role in defining the aesthetic direction of Interior Design, and the symbolic colours of 2025 are Gold Green and Brown Splendor, designed to propose a renewed connection with nature, capable of increasing physical and emotional well-being for anyone who experiences environments daily.

In particular, Gold Green appears as a vibrant, sunlit green reminiscent of lush spring nature – a symbol of growth and renewal and capable of instilling the same sense of relaxation that a walk in nature would provide.

On the other hand, the colour Brown Splendour is inspired by the natural tones of wood, ranging from earthy shades to chocolate brown, which have always ensured a feeling of warmth and stability capable of making any type of space, whether private or business, extremely welcoming. Two rising colours capable of enhancing both the aesthetics and the emotional resonance of contemporary spaces, in line with the “Understanding, way of new progress” paradigm that will guide Interior Design in 2025.

What are the trends shaping Interior Design in 2025? There is one certainty: designing solutions harmoniously integrating sustainability, advanced technologies, and customer-centric emotional considerations will be a top priority. Driving this evolution is the new paradigm “Understanding, way of new progress”: a deeper understanding of every aspect of human interaction within living or working spaces is essential to optimise them for greater well-being, innovation, and sustainability.

Key Applications of the “Understanding, way of new progress” Paradigm:

• Office for Innovation & Creation: according to industry experts, in 2025, interior design professionals will focus more on optimising office spaces, transforming them into dynamic ecosystems where productivity and creativity can be effectively balanced. With walls and furnishings enriched by shades of Gold Green to inspire and energise workers, and touches of Brown Splendor to convey a sense of stability, work environments will increasingly adopt modular layouts and furniture to ensure flexibility in adapting to the evolving needs of businesses. A key priority will also be employee well-being: in 2025, design processes will primarily revolve around addressing the daily needs and requirements of workers.
• Furniture Modular Sofa: in 2025, interior design will be defined by a particular piece of furniture: the modular sofa. Here too, the guiding principle is adaptability: practicality and style must combine to create solutions that cater to various spaces and needs, from small apartments to larger living areas. Sofas, like all other furniture pieces introduced in 2025, will be required to meet strict sustainability standards, employing eco-friendly materials and low-impact production processes. The dominant colours, including for fabrics and upholstery, will continue to be Gold Green and Brown Splendor.

Credits:
“COVER ALL 08” by NOROO Seoul Design Studio, with consultancy by Jihye Choi.

Unveiling Interior Design trends for 2025 is Jihye Choi, Alumna of Domus Academic Master’s in Interior & Living Design, who has become a key figure in the industry closely associated with the concept of avant-garde. With a rich professional background combining advanced technical skills and creative ingenuity, Jihye has contributed to numerous innovative projects.

In addition to fostering educational and research collaborations between Italy and Korea over time, Jihye also served as local manager for the Korean Pavilion during Expo 2015 in Milan, proving her ability to coordinate complex and high-profile projects. Since 2019, she has shaped the global design landscape as Chief Director of NOROO Milan Design Studio, blending creativity, research, and international collaboration. She also received the Red Dot Design Award three times for Exhibition Design in the Brand Communication category and currently leads MAGMA Project in Milan.

Jihye’s visionary approach demonstrates how design can build bridges between cultures, inspire innovation, and shape the future of global collaboration, influencing the evolution of Interior Design both now and in the future.

How can you break into a growing sector characterised by constant professional challenges and endless opportunities to unleash creativity in new ways? The Master in Interior & Living Design offered by Domus Academy, a renowned design school in Milan, is the ideal solution. It equips students with all the skills needed to excel in the world of interior design by combining technical and design expertise with strategic abilities. To address the future design demands, students of the Master’s programme learn to apply critical thinking through a methodology rooted in problem-setting and a cross-disciplinary approach.

Studying at this design school also immerses you in multicultural and interdisciplinary experiences, enriching your professional toolkit and helping you build a future network of professional contacts in Milan and internationally.

The Master in Interior & Living Design at Domus Academy also opens the door to career opportunities across a wide range of fields (architecture studios, retail, hospitality, lighting, exhibitions and events, etc.) in roles such as:

• Interior Designer
• Exhibition Designer
• Lighting Designer
• Living Designer
• Space Planner

For those who wish to build their career from the ground up, Domus Academy also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Design, focusing on Interior Design while encompassing the broader design process—from research and conceptualisation to final product development. Practical activities enable students to develop skills through hands-on experiences and experimentation.

Among the employment opportunities offered by Domus Academy’s Bachelor of Arts in Design:

• Interior Designer
• Landscape Designer
• Product Designer
• UX Designer
• Design Consultant
• Design Entrepreneur
• Art Director
• Visual Designer