How Do We Want to Feel in 2025? And What Do Earth Tones, Lily Collins, and Solange Knowles Have to Do with It?

In recent years, actress Lily Collins and filmmaker Charlie McDowell made a fascinating purchase: a historic home in a quiet corner of East Los Angeles. This post-World War II architectural gem captured their hearts with its unique design and timeless character. They preserved the home’s original charm, while creating a personal sanctuary with carefully selected details. The floors were recast in concrete to match the original design, and the interior was infused with a new trend: earth tones. This trend, now one of the hottest in interior design, creates a sense of warmth and groundedness, and is making waves in the design world for 2025.

Our homes are more than just spaces—they are reflections of who we are. A home provides a sense of stability, a permanent base in an ever-changing world. While it’s easy to swap out things like jeans or shoes to keep up with seasonal trends, redesigning a living room is a much more complex decision. Yet, the urge to refresh our spaces, to adapt them to our shifting emotions and realities, remains ever-present.

In recent years, the world has experienced turbulent times—global pandemics, wars, and mounting stress levels. These upheavals have led to a shift in our relationship with our homes. No longer just a place to sleep, our homes have become sanctuaries and safe havens. As a result, more people are investing in their living spaces, recognizing the profound impact they have on our mental well-being.

Israeli trendologist Nathalie Itzhakoff predicts an intriguing shift for 2025. She envisions a return to more personal, family-focused gatherings, where individuals will seek greater self-trust in the face of social pressures. This tension between personal blossoming and social rebellion reflects a broader trend—one that is deeply intertwined with how we design our homes.

So, how do we create spaces that nurture these feelings? How do we choose colors, shapes, and textures that support our desire for comfort, security, and grounding in an often chaotic world?

Pantone has selected “Mocha Moss” as the Color of the Year—an earthy, warm tone that serves as a versatile base for any palette. Meanwhile, WGSN has chosen a softer hue, “Sublime Pink”, which evokes warmth and stability. These colors reflect a growing desire to reconnect with nature, with the physical world, and to cultivate a sense of stability, especially in the age of virtual reality and artificial intelligence.

But warmth and stability are not just about color. The textures we incorporate into our spaces play a key role. Designers are increasingly drawn to creating environments that offer an escape from the hyper-connected modern world, favoring natural materials that promote a sense of calm and connection. Architect and interior designer Jamie Bush notes that people are turning to cozy, earthy interiors as a way to foster stability and sensitivity:
“More and more we are finding our clients drawn to creating environments that are a refuge from the modern world. Everyone is so connected with technology in our daily lives that we are finding a deep craving for a more grounded living environment layered with natural tones and textures.”

This trend is echoed by singer and songwriter Solange Knowles, who designed her loft around organic shapes and natural tones. She describes her home as a “quiet nest,” a place of refuge from external chaos. Solange’s use of brown tones throughout her space aligns with the idea of living in harmony with the earth, providing comfort and a deep sense of connection.

“Having that heartbeat and pulse of energy outside was a healthy juxtaposition for me, and I decided to turn the interior of the house into a peaceful nest”, “ brown has been a constant in my work, embodying the idea of living among the soil and the land”.

Dutch designer Anouk Yve, known for blending fashion and interior design, also embraces neutral tones in her designs. She explains her approach:
“I tend to choose my wardrobe carefully, focusing on neutral colors. To add warmth to an outfit, I might pair it with a cognac suede leather bag or a brown belt. Mixing materials is typical of me, such as combining silk trousers with cotton. I seek out contrasts in my interior as well.”

Trend forecaster Lee Adelcourt predicts that upcoming social movements will continue to champion warm, earthy colors. These colors will evoke feelings of empathy, hope, and radical beauty—key elements that will shape the future of creativity.
“Several major societal and anthropological movements are gathering to assemble shades of happiness and solidarity. Focusing on empathy and hope, and a radical stance for beauty that will dominate the world of creativity, letting the spirit fly to escape reality.”she explains. 

Ultimately, in 2025, we can expect to find ourselves surrounded by spaces that prioritize warmth, comfort, and connection. Our homes will become sanctuaries—places where we feel grounded, stable, and secure, allowing us to thrive in an increasingly unpredictable world.

It sounds like the perfect environment to embrace in the year ahead.

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