Before we know it, the new year will be here, so we’re turning our attention to the trends design professionals want to ditch in 2025, and the trends they hope they’ll see more of in 2025, starting with a stronger you- do. – you iron. “I think there’s a greater acceptance of different design aesthetics these days,” says St. Louis designer Amy Studebaker. “I’m relieved to see that the industry is realizing that many ‘trends’ will continue in a reinvented way. The pressure that many people feel when designing or furnishing their home. When there are fewer ‘rights and wrongs’ to without worrying about it, the process becomes more authentic and reflects a person’s true tastes and interests.” Here’s what other designers are saying about trends they want to throw away.

Quick solutions

In this high-tech, digital age, we’re used to instant gratification in so many facets of our lives, but that shouldn’t apply to our homes, notes a Dallas designer. “Shortcuts never create the long-term looks we all love and want,” says Lisa Henderson. “I love seeing people accept and even embrace the fact that classic, well-made and well-executed projects and repairs take time and planning. The best result is never a ‘quick fix!’”

Impersonal elements

Designers are hoping for more spaces that resemble the people they call home. “By 2025, I hope to leave minimalist spaces with no personality,” says Gainesville, Georgia, designer Maggie Griffin. “The all-white room doesn’t tell the story of who lives there, and I love seeing the faces of a house in beautiful frames, books on subjects that interest them and objects that inspire. Family heirlooms mixed in are my favorite, along with unusual finds from travels and unique shops.”

Accessories that you can see everywhere

Since your home should feel like a reflection of who you are and what you love, it’s best to skip the stuff you pick up simply because everyone has it. “I really hope we leave behind the ambiguously rustic, blackened terracotta vase that graces many a kitchen island this year,” says Staver Gray of design firm Ward and Gray, which has a studio in Miami. “Yes, they are beautiful, but (they are) far too ubiquitous! Instead, try something with a bit of color and patina.”

All Neutral All

While some people have taken steps toward minimalism in recent years, designer Niki McNeill Brown in Raleigh, North Carolina, is eager to shake things up and indulge in a more playful palette. “I hope we leave all the neutral, monochrome, minimalist homes behind and embrace color again,” she says.

Fast furniture

Rather than opting to buy lots of cheap items that are often of poor quality, designers are prioritizing investing in furniture that is well made and has a long lifespan. “In the design world, we are shifting to a more sustainable approach, and customers are beginning to appreciate the beauty and sustainability of slow design,” says Gabriela Eisenhart of Atlanta-based Silo Studios. “Using sustainable, high-quality materials and sourcing bespoke or vintage pieces not only adds character to a space, but also ensures it stands the test of time. Just as we carefully curate a capsule wardrobe, we build our homes with a thoughtful style, a collection of timeless pieces that tell our story and grow with us.”

Technological overkill

Too much of a good thing can be burdensome. “Home technology is growing tremendously, but some of the simplest things are becoming overly complicated, like light switches,” notes Palm Beach decorator Cece Bowman. “I love an old-fashioned light switch!”

Tile of the moment

For some home selections, “less is more” is a foolproof approach. “I love shopping for beautiful and interesting tiles and am always tempted to buy colorful tiles in interesting geometric shapes. I worry that once installed, this busy, geometric tile will become dated and become bored easily,” says Nashville designer Debbie Mathews. “I try to make selections that don’t have a short shelf life, especially since tiles aren’t easy to replace. Instead, I prefer more timeless tiles in varying shades of white and cream and then try to come up with interesting patterns and designs to give them life and interest. Whether you choose white marble or ceramic tile, there are endless design and pattern possibilities to make your space truly unique.”

Tired textiles

Just as paint colors and accessories can become overdone or passé, so can upholstery materials. And one that designer Trudy Stump of Atlanta-based Huff Harrington Design is ready to flout? White and cream boucle. “It’s everywhere,” she notes. “Although we still love a warm camel boucle (completely timeless!), white and cream are oversaturated in every price segment.”

Choices that sour with age

While some designers may be willing to indulge in clients’ flash-in-the-pan decorating fantasies, others are eager to celebrate the old faithful in their upcoming projects. “Trends in general are something I’d like to leave behind in the new year,” says Atlanta designer Mallory Mathison Glenn. “In all my designs, I hope to use timeless, classic elements that bring joy to our customers and will stand the test of time.”