Buffet-style kitchens, artistic backsplashes, wallpaper above countertops, bold stone veining, terracotta, and green tones—these are the key trends set to transform our homes in 2025.
BUFFET-STYLE KITCHENS
If you truly love to cook, this trend is going to be a game-changer. These spaces provide plenty of storage and functional zones to accommodate everything needed for cooking and entertaining—without the stress.
A buffet-style kitchen typically features not just essential appliances but also a spacious pantry or cabinet that can hide a mini-bar, a tea or coffee station, or an elegant display for fine dishware, spices, grains, and other essentials for family meals.
TEXTILE LAMPSHADES
During Milan Design Week this spring, it became clear that many brands are embracing textured natural materials. In kitchens, this translates into several design choices, including the use of natural stone and fabric lampshades. But forget the vintage fringed lamps of your grandmother’s era—these are contemporary designs featuring rich textures and various fabric densities. They bring warmth to the kitchen, making it feel cozier and more inviting.
Wall sconces, pendant lights, and even simple table lamps with cream-colored fabric shades will provide that soft, warm glow we all dream of when imagining an ideal home and a welcoming kitchen.
BACKSPLASHES AND WALLS AS WORKS OF ART
If this past year hasn’t been the most inspiring for you, 2025 offers a chance to refresh your space—starting with your kitchen.
"We are entering an era of romance in interior design," says TK Wismer, Creative Director of Style Studio by Café. "We’re seeing more decorative details, organic shapes, and elegant touches that create special moments within the home."
How does this translate into kitchen design? Expect a rise in the use of wallpaper featuring floral and geometric patterns.
Worried about durability in a high-humidity kitchen environment? Opt for more resilient options like decorative wall panels or backsplashes featuring patterned or hand-painted tiles. Designer Pierre Yovanovitch was among the first to embrace this trend, decorating a kitchen with hand-painted tiles. French artist Mathieu Cossé created stunning imagery of soaring birds, lush trees, and a bright blue sky—turning the backsplash into a true masterpiece.
EARTHY TONES
In times of uncertainty and information overload, people crave peace and grounding elements in their homes. This explains the growing love for nature-inspired color palettes, particularly earthy shades ranging from sandy beige to deep terracotta, and forest greens reminiscent of sage, pine, and moss.
Experts predict that in 2025, gray and beige interiors will be complemented by rich accents of blue, green, warm ochre, and reddish hues.
ORGANIZED FRIDGES—EVERYTHING ON DISPLAY
Social media videos showcasing perfectly organized refrigerators—with neatly arranged containers, matching bottles, and color-coordinated produce—continue to captivate audiences.
Appliance and homeware brands are also catching on to this trend. Transparent-door refrigerators, versatile hanging organizers, and compartmentalized storage solutions are now easier to find than ever. Experts believe that the "aesthetic storage" trend will only grow, encouraging more open, visually pleasing ways to arrange food—making even late-night snacking feel like a curated experience.
STONE WITH BOLD VEINING
Natural stone trends evolve every few years, and 2025 is no exception.
While colorful stone varieties have been dominating recently, the latest variation emphasizes dramatic veining. Style agencies and designers predict that deep burgundy and dark green stones, accented with gold or striking veined patterns, will be particularly in demand next year.
These six trends promise to bring warmth, functionality, and artistic flair to modern kitchens in 2025. Whether you're planning a full renovation or simply looking for small updates, these ideas will help you stay ahead of the curve.