6 Living Room Trends That Will Be Big in 2025

If you’re itching to redecorate your living space, take note of the top trends predicted for the coming year. To get industry insight on what colors, furniture styles, and overall looks will be popular in 2025, we chatted with interior designers who share the scoop on what they expect the hottest living room trends to be.

These designers predict that living rooms will function more and more as multi-use spaces which accommodate a variety of activities. They also see an emphasis on warmth and comfort emerging as a significant part of living room design in 2025. This will be evidenced by trends like warm color palettes and layered textures through rugs, throw pillows, or window treatments. You can also expect a change when it comes to living room walls—both bold and muted shades will replace neutrals and walls will gain dimension and visual interest through wall molding.

Take inspiration from these top living room design trends the experts predict will make it big in 2025.

Layered Textures and Patterns

Layered textures will be a big living room trend in 2025. Layering creates a warm, lived-in look and makes a living room feel more intentional, like it has been collected and thoughtfully curated over time. “Layering rugs of different textures—such as combining jute with a softer wool or Persian rug—adds visual interest and comfort underfoot, creating a relaxed, lived-in feel,” says interior designer Cheryl Clendenon.

Living room textiles, whether it’s throw pillows or window treatments, are the perfect vehicle for layering textures. “Large-scale patterned and block-printed fabrics are also gaining popularity for throws, curtains, and pillows,” Clendenon says, “While embroidery adds rich depth to upholstery,” Ward adds.

Living Rooms as Multi-Use Spaces

“Many living rooms are becoming multi-functional spaces, so designated zones for reading, working, or dining are trending,” Clendenon says. As a result, she says you can expect to see more desks, console tables, and cozy reading nooks incorporated into living rooms.

Similarly, designer Sarah Hargrave notes that breakfast banquettes are on the rise in open-concept living spaces. “They’re compact, perfect for tucking into a corner or by a window, and with soft upholstery they seamlessly blend into the living room aesthetic,” she says.

To prevent a living room that’s used for multiple purposes from looking cluttered and disjointed, selecting the right types of furniture and creating a practical and visually balanced furniture arrangement is key. “Back-to-back sofas are growing in popularity, creating multi-functional living spaces perfect for families wanting to make formal rooms part of everyday life,” Hargrave says. If you have kids in the home, incorporate a game table into your living room. “We’ll see a rise in small board game tables to fill large, open-concept living rooms, as parents look for ways to encourage kids to enjoy screen-free play,” says designer Rebecca Ward.

Warm Color Palettes

2024 saw the color palette pendulum swing from cool to warm tones, and designers expect this to be a continued trend in 2025. “The biggest shift is the popularity of warm browns and neutral tones, from sandy beiges to caramel and rich chocolate hues, which create a cozy, grounding ambiance,” Clendenon says. She explains that these tones have the ability to anchor spaces and serve as a soothing backdrop color for living room furniture and decor.

Living Room Wall Molding

“In 2025, wall molding will become a popular feature in living rooms,” Ward predicts. Although wainscoting and picture frame molding are typically the go-to when it comes to adding visual interest to walls, these aren’t the only variations you’ll be seeing. “We’ll see more people embracing unique, contemporary treatments with patterned molding,” Ward says. Wall molding lends itself well to a variety of paint colors and design styles. “This out-of-the-box approach adds a fresh, stylish character to any room,” Ward says.

Emphasis on Warmth and Comfort

Warmth and comfort will be at the top of the living room trend list in the next year. “Living room trends in 2025 are all about creating a cozy, engaging, and multi-functional space that blends personal style with timeless comfort,” Clendenon says. To create an engaging space where the whole family can relax and connect comfortably, she suggests going with a furniture arrangement that facilitates conversation, such as seating in a circular or U-shape which encourages interaction. “The overall design language favors warmth and richness, making spaces feel both stylish and deeply personal,” Clendenon adds.

Reintroduction of Color

Neutrals have enjoyed longtime popularity, but 2025 will see a reintroduction of color into living rooms. If you want to bring some color into your living room but are nervous about committing to brights, you’ll love the muted color trend that will be big in 2025. “We’ll see earthy tans paired with olives, mauves, and golds, creating living rooms that feel warm, inviting, and relaxed,” Ward says. On the other hand, if dramatic colors speak your design language, you’ll love the bolder color trend the coming year will usher in. “Lovers of bold colors will look to color-drenching floor to ceiling in jewel tones,” Ward says.