{"id":62112,"date":"2025-07-13T11:29:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T11:29:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/62112\/"},"modified":"2025-07-13T11:29:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-13T11:29:13","slug":"the-2025-summer-home-and-interiors-trends-that-have-designers-talking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/62112\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2025 Summer Home and Interiors Trends That Have Designers Talking"},"content":{"rendered":"

Something\u2019s shifted. Walk into homes this summer and you\u2019ll notice they feel like someone actually lives there. Designers are watching their clients ditch the pursuit of perfection for homes that have personality, tell stories, and work for real life. The linens<\/a> get wrinkled. The vintage glasses<\/a> don\u2019t match. The outdoor furniture<\/a> stays outside year-round because it\u2019s actually durable.<\/p>\n

Here are the biggest trends<\/a> designers are noticing this summer, and why they\u2019re worth paying attention to.<\/p>\n

Natural Materials<\/p>\n

The woven revolution is in full swing and it\u2019s casting a much wider net than the typical rattan revival. \u201cI\u2019m always going to say yes to woven accents,\u201d Shea McGee of Studio McGee<\/a> tells ELLE Decor. \u201cWhether it\u2019s a rattan light fixture or a vintage cane chair, those natural materials add so much texture and warmth. They give a little nod to coastal style<\/a> without being too literal.\u201d<\/p>\n

Interior designer Susan Petrie<\/a> agrees, and has also seen her clients making a decisive shift away from traditional window treatments. \u201cMy clients have pivoted from requesting light and simple drapery to matchstick shades,\u201d she tells us. The appeal is practical: \u201cWhen the sun filters through them, they can cast a beautiful light. Plus, the natural materials add an element of warmth to any space.\u201d<\/p>\n

Clive Lonstein<\/a> has seen the same: \u201cWe\u2019re loving matchstick blinds as a great summer edition. Their natural weave brings a textured warmth that conjures a beach-like feel.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"CozyIntentional Drama<\/p>\n

After years of minimalist restraint, designers are witnessing clients’ hunger for spaces with personality. “This summer, I’m gravitating toward contrast both in color and in style,” Keren Richter, co-founder of White Arrow<\/a> tells ELLE Decor. \u201cI\u2019m also exploring decorative drama, such as incorporating tassels, swags, sheen, and a nod to 1930s Old Hollywood glamour.”<\/p>\n

Designers Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon of the Brownstone Boys<\/a> have also seen this shift toward bold expression. \u201cMaximalism is having a renaissance,\u201d they wrote to us. They’re seeing clients embrace pattern-on-pattern layering, rich jewel tones, and rooms that tell a story through art, books, and textiles.<\/p>\n

Earthy Colors<\/p>\n

The color palette of summer 2025 is decidedly earthy yet optimistic. \u201cI\u2019m loving all the sun-washed tones we\u2019re seeing\u2014soft clays, warm sands, sage greens,\u201d Shea McGee says. \u201cThey feel really calm and grounded.\u201d<\/p>\n

Designer Amy McCoy<\/a> reports that clients are gravitating towards the warmth of terracotta flooring and embracing \u201cpastel color drenching,\u201d which, she says, is an effortless way to refresh any space.<\/p>\n

ELLE Decor A-List designer Jamie Drake<\/a> is working with \u201cwoven and painted wall coverings in shades of blue, aqua, and straw,\u201d he says, while the Brownstone Boys are incorporating \u201csun-washed tones and touchable textures like terracotta, mossy greens, vintage linens, and corded velvets.\u201d<\/p>\n

The New Outdoor Room\"hudson<\/p>\n

Outdoor spaces are being treated with the same design rigor as interior rooms. \u201cOur summer must-try is the outdoor bar with an herb garden, or as I like to say, my very own herb cocktail garden,\u201d designer Autumn Pochiro <\/a>tells us. She envisions herb living walls paired with stocked bar carts below, complete with basil, rosemary, and mint. Her outdoor designs feature bold sectional seating, vibrant mood-boosting colors, cordless lighting, and of course, fire elements.<\/p>\n

Laura Sotelo of Olive Ateliers <\/a>is taking a romantic approach to outdoor design and is focusing on spaces that balance softness with sculptural furniture. Her philosophy is creating spaces \u201cinspired by leisurely lunches in the garden, spaces meant to be savored.\u201d She\u2019s incorporating wrought iron chairs with graceful detailing, textured cushions, and thoughtfully collected accents.<\/p>\n

Effortless Entertaining<\/p>\n

There is a growing emphasis on spaces designed for connection. \u201cWhat resonates right now is the art of effortless hosting<\/a>,\u201d founder of Bespoke Only<\/a> Melissa Lee tells ELLE Decor, like rumpled linens, mismatched glasses, and tables that look lived-in. She says her clients are increasingly drawn to low-maintenance spaces.<\/p>\n

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Jamie Drake is responding to this desire for relaxed gatherings by creating spaces that prioritize comfort and flexibility. \u201cI am installing massive upholstered sofas and deep mattress like window seats loaded with bolsters and pillows, all covered in delicious nubby textiles,\u201d he says. \u201cAlso, furnishing for big gatherings\u2014dining room tables that seat 20. On a porch we are using four matching tables that can be configured in various ways, giving flexibility for an intimate dinner for four people or a crowd of 24!\u201d<\/p>\n

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Julia Cancilla is the engagement editor (and resident witch) at ELLE Decor, where she oversees the brand’s social media platforms, covers design trends and culture, and writes \u00a0the monthly ELLE Decoroscope column. Julia built her background at Inked magazine, where she grew their social media audiences by two million and penned feature articles focusing on pop culture, art, and lifestyle.\u00a0<\/p>\n