Your ultimate guide to the new season interior design trends
Earth-Drenched Hues and Jewel Tones
Colour this season is rich, layered, and evocative. Earthy palettes like deep chestnut, moss green, clay, and rust, form the backdrop, bringing a sense of grounding to interiors. These shades are not flat but complex, often layered in tonal combinations that create warmth and depth. To contrast, jewel tones are reemerging in accents: sapphire in velvet cushions, emerald in lacquered side tables, garnet in statement glassware. The effect is luxurious yet liveable, a marriage of restraint and richness.
Statement Stone
Marble, onyx, and travertine dominate the design conversation, but this time with maximalist flair. Beyond countertops, stone appears as sculptural dining tables, freeform side tables, and even lamp bases. Designers are experimenting with richly veined slabs, greens and browns reminiscent of natural landscapes, black marbles threaded with white, or creams punctuated by dramatic swirls. These pieces read as functional art, anchoring interiors with permanence and gravitas.
The Return of Woodcraft
Wood is reasserting itself as the heart of craftsmanship. Instead of polished perfection, raw, textured, and even charred finishes are celebrated. Walnut cabinetry with visible knots, oak with bleached finishes, and furniture made from reclaimed timber speak of authenticity and sustainability. In accent pieces, the artisanal hand is evident in carved bowls, imperfect edges, and hand-finished details, a nod to traditions of woodworking across cultures.
Comfort in Texture
Textile design takes centre stage this fall. Bouclé and mohair remain staples, but velvet is making a luxurious comeback. Chenille, raw silks, and layered linens are used not in isolation but together, inviting touch and interaction. Designers are playing with contrasts: linen against polished stone, silk beside rough jute, velvet paired with wood. It is in these juxtapositions that rooms feel alive, cocooning yet dynamic.
Sculptural Lighting
Lighting is no longer a supporting act but the star. Oversized chandeliers with organic, branching forms; handblown glass pendants that catch and refract light like water; brass and ceramic lamps with architectural bases. These designs function as artwork, often dictating the rhythm of a room. Expect lighting that makes a statement even when turned off, with natural forms and unexpected geometry being the prevailing language.
Vintage Meets Contemporary
The appetite for mixing eras shows no sign of slowing. This season, vintage finds from mid-century armchairs, to antique rugs, to ceramic vessels, are juxtaposed with sharp contemporary pieces like glass-topped dining tables or modular sofas. This layering of time brings character and patina to spaces, ensuring homes feel collected rather than curated. It’s also a sustainable approach, honouring the past while investing in the future.
The Rise of Intimate Spaces
The era of open-plan living is gently shifting toward the creation of smaller, private retreats within the home. Cosy reading corners, jewel-box dining alcoves, even workspaces designed with cocooning softness are emerging. These nooks answer the modern need for balance: spaces to retreat and recharge without disconnecting entirely. Layered lighting, textural walls, and enveloping furniture all play into the mood.
