This year, we’re not seeing one standout colour or design choice. Instead, interior design is embracing a more human philosophy, rather than a single style.
Whether it’s a commercial, industrial, or residential space, we’re seeing a clear shift away from cold minimalism, as warm, personality-led, wellbeing-focused designs are taking centre stage.
At Building Interiors, we don’t just design spaces to look nice, we make them work harder for the people who use them every day. So we’ve rounded up our favourite trends that we think are here to stay longer than the summer.
For years, cool greys have dominated interior design, though neutral palettes still have their place, there’s a strong shift towards warm and inviting colour schemes instead.
It’s now all about colours that feel grounded, calming and timeless like
A stretch away from the stark environments we’ve become accustomed to over the past few years.
One of the biggest trends is colour drenching, which involves using the same colour across walls, ceilings, woodwork, and even furniture to create an immersive, cohesive space.
Colour drenching can make spaces feel larger, more intentional and incredibly calming.
This trend is leading the way in residential interiors, boutique spaces, and hospitality environments, but it’s seeping into workplace design now too.
We’re not saying full offices are drowning in one colour, but instead splashing colour in breakout areas, wellness rooms, collaborative zones and meeting spaces.
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As we’re moving away from corporate styles, we expect colour drenching to root its place in workplace interiors for many years to come.
Biophilic design isn’t new, but it’s most definitely becoming more influential in interior design.
People seem to be drawn to authentic, tactile materials that make them feel connected to nature. Imagine:
Creating a room filled with character that feels like you’re stepping into nature’s home.
The minimalism trend is slowly working its way towards maximalism, but we’re not talking bold and vibrant design choices. Instead, designers are layering textures to create depth.
The goal is to create a space that engages multiple senses without overloading them. Introducing texture through:
Much like the harsh colours and rigid lines, interior design is swaying towards curves and soft edges to make spaces feel more welcoming and comforting.
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Employees want workplaces that feel comfortable, social and inspiring. So we’re moving away from corporate and towards coffee shop-inspired aesthetics, including:
The goal is to create a space people can genuinely enjoy spending time in.
A big shift we’ve noticed is the blending of residential and commercial design. Commercial environments are adopting softer, warmer, and homelier styles with features once reserved for homes now appearing in offices and showrooms, like:
Creating spaces that feel more human than corporate.
Employee wellbeing is no longer an afterthought, and interior designs are incorporating dedicated wellness areas as a priority:
Prioritising wellbeing improved employee satisfaction, productivity, and workplace culture. Transforming an office into a space that feels comforting, flexible and made for people.
Individuality is being embraced, introducing bespoke furniture, artisan pieces and one-of-a-kind statement items that are becoming increasingly desirable.
It’s all about injecting personality and authenticity into spaces rather than following fad trends.
This authenticity is also being adopted through the introduction of timeless craftsmanship in modern interiors.
Designers are incorporating heritage-inspired details to add depth and character through
The fusion of vintage and contemporary designs creates a much more alluring and characterful space.
The biggest interior design trends aren’t about certain colours or textures, it’s about creating spaces that make people feel something.
Colours and styles may come and go, but the foundations remain the same. People want spaces that feel authentic, inviting, and built around human experience, whether that’s in a commercial office, an industrial facility, or a residential property.
Building Interiors specialises in designing and building commercial, industrial and residential spaces that find that balance between functionality, creativity and character.
If you’re planning a refurbishment, fit out or complete transformation, let us help you bring your vision to life.