With a growing shift towards elevated utility and expressive minimalism, the interior design trends of 2025 are all about creating beautiful spaces that feel as good as they look. This year, floating furniture takes the spotlight — offering sleek, space-savvy solutions that perfectly suit contemporary and open-plan living.
Whether you’re refreshing a cosy flat or reconfiguring a spacious family home, these emerging design directions invite you to think differently about form, function, and how your home supports your lifestyle — especially with compact living solutions and modular furniture becoming more essential than ever.
In this article, we explore the five defining themes shaping homes in 2025 — and how floating furniture plays a central role in this new design language.
Table of Contents
- Rich Colour Palettes & Pattern Drenching
- Biophilic & Wellness-Driven Design
- Floating Furniture for Small & Modular Spaces
- Texture, Material Innovation & Sustainability
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Smart Home Integration & Minimalist Living
1. Colour Trends 2025: Rich Palettes & Pattern Drenching
2025 marks a return to depth and drama in our colour choices. Deep forest greens, plum purples, and inky navy blues anchor interiors with mood and character. Meanwhile, pattern drenching — the evolution of colour drenching — sees bold prints, like oversized stripes and abstract botanicals, applied across walls, upholstery, and soft furnishings.
Style Note: Keep rich colour schemes grounded with minimalist floating furniture — think warm-toned wood or matte finishes that offer contrast without clutter. Floating sideboards or a wall-mounted console table in natural grain can be a stylish way to anchor bold palettes.
2. Biophilic & Wellness-Driven Design
Biophilic design continues to thrive in 2025, as more homeowners prioritise calm, connection, and natural flow. Interiors are embracing vertical gardens, indoor trees, natural materials and daylight-maximising layouts to support wellbeing and harmony. These nature-inspired interiors are key to designing homes that feel both restorative and intentional.
Wallroom Insight: Floating display shelves provide the perfect platform for plants and trailing foliage, allowing greenery to frame windows and soften minimalist spaces. Our floating desks and dressers pair beautifully with plant-forward styling and eco-friendly materials and sustainable timber.
Consider complementing your green space with inviting soft furnishings like our occasional chairs or modular ottomans — perfect for reading nooks or wellness corners.
3. Floating Furniture for Small & Modular Spaces
As flexible living becomes the norm, floating furniture is emerging as a must-have — offering smart solutions for both compact and modular environments. By lifting units off the floor, these designs enhance the sense of space, improve functionality, and support agile living.
Think multifunctional furniture like wall-mounted storage that adapts to work-from-home setups and modern shelving ideas that flex to your layout — including sleek floating TV stands that keep cables hidden and floor space free.
Why it’s perfect for 2025:
- Opens up floor space for a lighter, airier feel
- Adapts to hybrid lifestyles (work/play/rest)
- Enhances accessibility and ergonomic comfort
Pair a plasma stand with built-in cable management for a living area that seamlessly supports entertainment and calm.
Combine with cable-concealing designs to maintain a clean, elevated aesthetic across any room. Floating vanity units and hidden storage elements are especially helpful in maintaining that clean-lined, minimalist home decor look.
4. Texture, Material Innovation & Sustainability
This year, texture is doing the heavy lifting — adding warmth, tactility, and sustainability to every corner. Look out for plaster walls, grasscloth wallpaper, sculptural ceilings, and handcrafted finishes that create layered, thoughtful interiors. Natural and organic materials continue to rise in popularity, with sustainable furniture design playing a key role in 2025 homes.
What’s trending:
- Sustainable timber and reclaimed wood
- Matte black accents paired with natural grain
- Mixed materials like rattan + oak or brass + ash
A floating shelf in a raw, textured wood can transform even the simplest space into something artisanal and considered — and when paired with a handcrafted coffee table, the result is a living area rich in both function and form.
5. Smart Home Integration & Minimalist Living
Tech is no longer an afterthought — it’s baked into the way we design. In 2025, floating furniture is going intelligent, with built-in lighting, smart compartments and invisible cable management. The goal? A serene, fuss-free space that works for you. Smart home furniture helps integrate convenience without compromising on design.
Must-have features:
- Integrated charging ports
- Hidden storage and compartments
- Subtle LED lighting for ambience and function
Browse our minimalist home office range for smart, floating solutions that blend seamlessly with your aesthetic — from compact desks to floating media units designed for modern tech setups.
Final Thoughts:
2025 Is the Year of Intentional, Floating Living
From rich colour palettes and nature-connected layouts to smart, modular furniture — 2025 is about designing with purpose and presence. Floating furniture captures the spirit of the year: elegant, efficient, and deeply considered.
At Wallroom, our curated collection is crafted to elevate both function and feeling — helping you shape a home that adapts, supports, and inspires.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the biggest interior design trend for 2025?
The standout trend in 2025 is floating furniture. These sleek, wall-mounted pieces help maximise floor space, integrate easily with smart tech, and create an open, modern aesthetic — perfect for minimalist and modular living.
Why is floating furniture trending?
Floating furniture gives rooms a lighter, more spacious feel. It supports a clean-lined look, conceals cables, and fits naturally into open-plan and tech-forward interiors — all of which are key priorities in 2025 design.
How can I make a small living room feel bigger in 2025?
Opt for floating TV stands, wall-mounted shelves, and light-reflective finishes. Combine these with vertical design elements — like tall plants and statement lighting — to draw the eye upwards and create the illusion of height.
Is biophilic design still in style for 2025?
Yes, and more than ever. Biophilic design is evolving into a core design principle, with greenery, natural materials, and daylight optimisation playing a central role in creating restorative, wellness-centred homes.Explore our newest designs online and discover the perfect piece to complete your space.