Many things in life are unavoidable—from the obvious, such as ageing, tax, and the unpredictability of weather, to the less obvious, like the persistence of design trends. Because really, try as one might, trends are almost inescapable. That’s not to say you need to succumb to every fleeting fad or TikTok microtrend, but instead, cultivate a healthy sense of curiosity for the colour trends, statement pieces, and design elements that are rising in popularity. Staying on top of what’s trending can also help you to decipher between what is just a fleeting trend and, something that will complement a variety of enduring styles. Because we can all get caught up in the desire for new textured walls or a bold new colour scheme, when perhaps all we really needed were some new indoor plants.

And, as these eight Australian interior designers will tell you, rather than looking to the Pantone 2025 Colour of the Year for answers, have a read of these 14 emerging trends and let them be your guide.

1. Express yourself

Melbourne-based interior designer Brahman Perera has already been seeing a more individualistic approach in 2024, and predicts this will continue into 2025. He’s seeing less of the “overly ‘stylised’ spaces and a return to more sincerely considered spaces that delve into more personal pieces and create assemblages of contrasting elements and furniture”. Perera continues: “As an interior designer, one of the rewarding parts of residential projects is using clients existing pieces and recontextualising them into a new space, it’s what lends a unique authenticity to each project.”

Fellow Australian interior designer Tali Roth agrees, sensing a return to practical, yet enduring design that holds meaning to each individual. And in case you’re wondering, yes, economics impact trends, too. “I think people are leaning more practical because of the worldwide financial climate,” she states. “However, the clientele who are investing in decorating and interior design also want to have something unique to them, and are attempting to create spaces that last and have substance.”

Sydney-based interior designer Shona McElroy of Smac Studio is another creative who relishes the opportunity to create something entirely unique. “Everyone’s looking for something they’ve never seen before, which is a very welcome challenge for us,” she says. “Generally our clients are open to bold design ideas.” Which feeds into our next trend, which can be used to add character to any home…

2. Bolder is better

Interior designer Jillian Dinkel is also seeing the return of individuality in design and is embracing “projects that feel deeply personal and far from formulaic”. She’s also noting the return of bold colour and big statements. “Rich, moody palettes and unexpected material pairings are bringing a boldness and that's refreshing,” she says. “In 2025, I believe we’ll continue to see spaces that tell a unique story through considered layers and expressive details.”

Sally Knibbs, founder of design studio Sally Caroline echoes this, seeing a return to courageous design. “From vibrant colour choices and juxtaposing textures to custom furniture, objects, and art—pieces that are bold, push the boundary and are filled with personality.”

As the co-founder of Sydney firm Folk Studio, Mariah Burton is also welcoming a return to more confident and assertive design choices. “With people staying in their homes longer and focusing more on personalising their spaces rather than preparing for resale, there's a noticeable shift in how they approach design,” says Burton. “Clients are more willing to make daring choices, prioritising their own preferences over future buyers, which opens up a lot of creative possibilities for us to explore.”

3. The return of colour

What’s another trend that feeds into bolder spaces? The return of bold colours into homes. Perera is seeing a return to softer, more natural materials and thus the use of a more earthy colour palette, but crucially, one that’s not the 50 shades of beige of recent years. “The past few years have had a strong focus on deep colour saturations, and in turn, also stark ,white-toned spaces,” he explains. “We’re now finding a middle ground of verdant green tones, umbers, and soft warm-toned neutrals.”

Another longtime proponent for the use of colour, Roth is predicting the return of one of the more controversial noughties colour trends: “Grey is back, and I didn’t think I would feel this happy!” she says, while adding, “red is still going strong—in all shades; as is butter yellow, brown, and silver.” She also heralds the return of textures, trimmings and accentuations as a way to stand apart.

Burton finds the newfound embrace of colour “really exciting” and loves experimenting with unusual colour pairings and even bold patterns. “Contrasting colours are definitely on trend, with deep maroons paired with soft blue tones being a standout combination,” she says.” Even if you’re afraid to introduce colour permanently, there are ways around it, such as accent walls to add depth and interest without overcommitting. “People are eager to introduce more colour into their homes, but without fully embracing maximalism,” she continues. “As a result, many are choosing bold feature walls, statement artwork, and colourful sofas—items that allow for vibrant accents while still offering the flexibility to change things up easily. It’s all about incorporating bold colours through interchangeable pieces that don’t feel too permanent.”

For Miriam Fanning, principal of Mim Design, deeply saturated hues are where it’s at. “Presently, our studio is finding inspiration in deep, oily colours ranging from petrol to deep sprays of peacock feather palettes—think Frida Giannini 2011 Gucci autumn/winter collection,” she says.

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