INTERIORS I HAVE LOVED IN 2025
It was hard to whittle it down to just a few, as 2025 has been full of inspiring interiors, trends and styling choices. That said, these are the ones I’ve truly loved and embraced this year - the ideas and details that have really stood out and shaped my approach.
GLOBAL INSPIRED DESIGN
Where designers draw inspiration from travel, cultural traditions, and the warmth of southern climates. I loved seeing these show up in the form of:
Interiors that maximise natural light
Tactile, earthy materials
Colour palettes and materials that blur the boundary between indoors and outdoors
Moroccan and Mediterranean tile patterns / encaustic tile designs
Rounded, organic shapes such as arched openings
Artisanal details such as handmade ceramics and artisan pottery, woven baskets and global textiles
Incorporating global traditions and elements of an individual’s personal heritage, adding authenticity and narrative.
colour DRENCHING
Colour drenching is about embracing a monochromatic (single) colour palette to create a seamless and impactful look. It makes a space feel intentional and luxurious. It’s important to note that colour drenching doesn’t mean it has to be a dark, rich colour. It depends on the space and the statement you’re making. Either way, embracing colour exudes confidence and sophistication.
I’m going to be talking more about the different ways you can embrace colour, in 2026.
Earthy, Nature-Inspired Interiors
We’re seeing a strong move toward warm, grounded colour palettes - e.g. sage, terracotta and taupe, alongside nature-inspired materials that promote calm, timeless interiors with an understated sense of luxury. Homes are becoming personal sanctuaries, closely aligned with biophilic design principles that prioritise wellbeing and sensory comfort.
This wellbeing-led, sustainability-focused approach is also translating into workplace design, with increased greenery, flexible layouts, ergonomic furniture and more thoughtful lighting.
Here’s some simple ways to incorporate this design style into your space:
Add real plants - they will bring the outside in, introduce colour, soften a space, and they make a space feel more dynamic
Incorporate natural materials
Go for a grounding colour palette
Choose textures that feel tactile and comfortable
Sustainability & Craftsmanship
Designers are increasingly opting for recycled/upcycled materials, eco-friendly finishes, organic textiles, and locally sourced craftsmanship that add meaning and tell a story. More and more people are seeing how luxury and eco-consciousness can coexist.
Luxury is defined not by price, but by quality, craftsmanship and intention. By choosing well-made, enduring materials, we invest in pieces that last, reducing waste and emissions, while supporting more ethical ways of producing and consuming.
I’m a strong advocate for shopping locally, where skilled craftsmanship and responsible production strengthen both our homes and our communities.
When sustainability and craftsmanship come hand in hand, interiors become not only beautiful, but responsible, enduring and deeply meaningful.
IMAGES SHOW WHERE I HAVE USED UPCYCLED MATERIALS, REUSED ANTIQUE PIECES, PURCHASED SUSTAINABLY AND LOCALLY, AND MADE ITEMS MYSELF, IN MY OWN PROJECTS.
MODERN MEETS TRADITION
I love the blend of the organic modern design style that uses soft shapes, clean lines, a muted colour palette and natural materials, balanced with heritage design that is meaningful and enduring. This combination is really where my inspiration comes from when I’m designing for Anna Francesca Interiors.
How we’re seeing heritage design show up in interior spaces:
Architecture - Panelled walls, cornicing, ceiling roses, niches, traditional layouts and symmetry
Materials that age beautifully - Solid wood, stone, brick, lime plaster, aged metals, and handmade tiles
Colours that feel grounded and elegant such as warm neutrals and muted earth tones
Collected styling - antique finds, personal and cultural references, items that have been passed down for centuries
This fusion of modern heritage works well in period homes and new-build spaces.
What have you loved in 2025 and what do you want to see more of in 2026?