Home design is evolving in thoughtful, exciting ways. And many popular ideas that gained traction earlier in 2025 are continuing to grow stronger. Nearly 50 design and remodeling pros recently told us what they’re seeing most in today’s projects, and 10 clear themes emerged. Read on to see how trends like warm and earthy palettes, tactile layering, spa-like bathrooms, sculptural curves and hidden features are shaping homes right now.
1. Warm, Earthy Color Palettes
Designers across the board are seeing a shift away from stark whites and cool grays toward rich, earthy hues. Think terra cotta, beige, taupe, ocher, dusty blue, muted sage and olive green. These tones are being used in cabinetry, wall color, tile, textiles and decor to create a cozy feel and timeless look with natural warmth. “Browns, tans, taupes and warmer colors are becoming more popular as the neutrals people are drawn to,” designer Kiley Wilfong Cullen of Ven Studio Architects says. “I’m also happy to see wood tones coming back.”
“Green as an accent color — particularly in cabinetry, upholstery and decor — is gaining traction,” says USI Design & Remodeling designer Chris Chumbley, who uses Houzz Pro software. “From muted sage to deeper forest tones, green adds a calming, nature-inspired feel that pairs beautifully with neutral backdrops.”
In this historic Columbus, Ohio, home updated by Richard Taylor Architects, the living room features a warm palette of rich woods and browns, a soft green sofa, light burgundy wallpaper and accents of dusty blue.