6 min readIf there's anything that forces us to confront how easily the world shapes our tastes, it's social media. Every scroll, every trend, every viral inside joke becomes a mirror (Group 7, we're looking at you). In 2025, the internet hasn't just influenced our wardrobes or playlists; It has redesigned our homes.
Because home design is no longer just about style – it's about history, spectacle and sometimes chaos. From dopamine-soaked colors to carved wood crafts, we saw trends that made us think… and others that we silently muted. Social media has transformed everyday spaces into backdrops for fashion, food and even nail art trends, blurring the lines between lifestyle and decor on a large and small scale.
Dopamine decor takes over
If the “quiet luxury” of 2024 whispered, 2025 screamed in Technicolor. TikTok's #DopamineDecor posts racked up millions of views as maximalism came back—spaces full of citrus tones, layered prints, and the kind of energy that makes Stanley Cup pink seem like a neutral color.
“Decorate for the most eccentric, glamorous version of yourself,” says Töpfer, designer and author Jonathan Adler. “When it comes to decorating, anything is possible in the world.” Designer Shea McGee saw the same shift, noting that this year customers “became more confident and experimental…layering patterns on top of patterns and leaning toward a more eclectic mix overall.”
The mood this year was: joy first, rules last. But not every good idea had staying power. As the trend accelerated, we also saw the downside: homeowners Spend thousands Dopamine-soaked paint jobs or crowded rooms made them quickly regret it. The lesson from the backlash? Fill your “dopamine cup” slowly. Start with bright touches—pillows, art, a statement lamp—before settling on a completely neon-washed space that might lose its charm after eight hours of real-world use.
The “boneless” trend
Remember when box mattresses felt like the pinnacle of comfort? In 2025, the same energy came into our living rooms. TikTok feeds have been inundated with boneless sofas – soft, shapeless sofas that arrive vacuum-packed, expand on their own, and look more like clouds than traditional seating.
“Pieces that feel like functional art are everywhere,” says designer Rona Graf, founder and chief designer of Grac Blu interior design. “They photograph beautifully, which is half the battle on social media.”
The appeal was obvious: seemingly effortless luxury, soft curves, low modular silhouettes and maximum comfort with almost no assembly required. But the honeymoon was short. Some users complained that the sofas began to sag within a few weeks, while others joked that their living room now resembled a marshmallow pit. In short, the boneless trend was reflected on the feed—but living with it was a whole other story.
Speakeasy energy
Once the domain of bright minimalists, this year's homes are dark, sensual and cinematic. “Libraries, dining rooms, lounges – spaces where people want to feel enveloping and atmospheric,” says Graf. Dark plum tones, espresso woods and brass details replaced the Scandinavian pale. The Look: “Atmospheric bar at home.”
The most unexpected way of the year to get that energy? Cinnabar – a deep red-orange with brown undertones. “My chakras are tingling,” Adler admits. The hue popped up everywhere: manicures, lipstick tubes, lacquered dining rooms, and the kind of glossy accents that instantly make a room feel more dramatic.
If you are tempted, the designers recommend going for it. Instead of covering an entire room, try Cinnabar in unexpected places—in cabinets, on bar tops, or paired with fine woods. With a calm, muted palette around it, the hue sings rather than screams.
The Ralph Lauren Renaissance
If one aesthetic dominated holiday decorating and beyond, it was the Ralph Lauren revival. Think equestrian details, rich textures, hunter green, navy, leather, checks and spaces that feel collected over time. “It's nostalgic and cozy in a way that people crave,” says Shea McGee, founder of Studio McGee & McGee & Co. “Intimate layers, rich textures and classic design – it’s trend-conscious yet grounding.”
However, this isn't about costume preparation; It is a return to the timeless, masculine and romantic traditional style. TikTok is currently exploding Christmas content from Ralph Laurenduring the hashtag #ralphlaurenstyle attracted the crowds. It's the world of Ralph Lauren on social media, and we live in it entirely.
Cottagecore for adults
From Nancy Meyers' stranglehold on millennials to the rustic influence of Ballerina Farms to the enduring power of all things Martha Stewart, cottagecore has had its hands full in shaping how we dress, cook, and decorate this year.
Sofia Richie's wedding aesthetic helped give the look a more sophisticated, grown-up version. “Suddenly it’s no longer cutely quirky,” says Graf. “It’s a modern approach to a romantic, traditional home.” Think pleated lampshades, aged brass and heirloom flowers.
McGee adds that cottagecore evolves through “quiet luxury that meets old-world details – traditional patterns and vintage-style textiles.” But like any trend that makes it big, the internet had thoughts. While #cottagecorestyle continues to rise, parody creators are responding Traditional wife roles They gently mock the over-styled side of the trend—think endless pegboards, multi-layered curtains, and perfectly imperfect kitchen vignettes.
Global influence, local comfort
Ambitious travel made a full return to home decor this year – and social media wasted no time turning passport stamps into design mood boards. Viral “Parisian Apartment” videosTuscany-inspired kitchen tours and market visits in Marrakech shaped the way people incorporated texture, color and history into their homes.
“Customers combine tailored silhouettes with textiles and ceramics they have collected while traveling,” says Graf. Think embroidered pillows from Oaxaca on a clean-lined sofa or handcrafted vessels from Portugal anchoring a minimalist entryway table. The look feels worldly but warm, collected rather than curated.
McGee saw the same shift: “There is a new appreciation for craftsmanship and conscious layering rather than overly curated minimalism.” The trend leans towards patina and imperfection – nubby linens, rustic wood, handcrafted pottery – paired with the sophisticated silhouettes of quiet luxury.
Carved details and revival of craftsmanship
After flute craft fatigue set in, artisans fought back with hand-carved wood, wavy paneling, and tactile, sculptural surfaces. Graf calls it “a shift toward tailored, tactile design,” and social media agreed. This year, Woodworker rolls The chiseled edges, curved drawers and scalloped cabinet fronts regularly attracted millions of views.
But the DIY side of the trend came with a reality check. One viral TikTok summed up the struggle perfectly: “I got into building furniture by, instead of buying an $800 table and spending 30 minutes building it, spending $2,000 on the materials and tools I needed to build it and 42 hours building it to create something that actually wasn't even better than the original one I wanted to buy.”
It was the perfect punchline to a craft-obsessed year: Everyone wanted the tailored look, but not everyone wanted the bubbles.
The new shine: sterling silver
Move over, brass – 2025 marked the triumphant return of sterling silver. What started in fashion (hello, cool jewelry comeback) quickly spread to interiors as people swapped warm metals for sleeker, dressier metals. nostalgic shine. “We are seeing a return to polished metals, particularly sterling silver,” says Shea McGee. “It reflects the change that is taking place in the jewelry space.”
Suddenly, Instagram was full of shimmering vignettes: stacks of silver picture frames on coffee tables, polished candlesticks with moody floral patterns, and heirloom-inspired trays used in bathrooms, kitchens, and even bedrooms. The look wasn't cold; it was classic. Silver contrasted sharply with warm woods, cream upholstery and rustic stone, creating the perfectly balanced 'heritage meets modern' feel.
And unlike viral trends that quickly disappear, silver has history on its side. The material has a touch of tradition, a nod to antique entertainment pieces and handed-down family heirlooms. Even contemporary creators have gotten into it, sharing posts about how to use silver sparingly and either embrace its patina presence or restore it to its shine.
McGee predicts this is just the beginning: “I think we'll see more people mixing silver into their homes in subtle, nostalgic ways, from frames to candle holders to tabletop pieces.” The trend feels less like a fad and more like a course correction — a shift toward durable materials, quiet shine, and interiors designed to age gracefully.
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