As summer 2025 arrives, interior design is taking on a more thoughtful and emotionally aware direction. There is a growing emphasis on wellbeing, creativity and a deeper connection to nature. This season’s most exciting trends are not just about looking good. They are about creating spaces that make us feel good too. From immersive colour to elegant nods to past design eras, here is a closer look at the key styles shaping interiors this summer and how the right artwork can enhance each one.
Nicola Godden, Eve V, Bronze Sculpture, Edition of 9
1. Integrated Outdoor Living: A Return to Nature
The boundary between indoors and outdoors is becoming less defined. This summer, homes are being designed to flow smoothly into gardens, terraces and balconies. Large folding doors, continuous flooring and luxurious outdoor furniture are helping to create spaces that feel like a natural extension of the interior.
This approach reflects a growing desire to reconnect with the natural world and embrace a slower and more mindful lifestyle. Whether it is a quiet morning coffee beneath a pergola or evening meals surrounded by greenery, integrated outdoor living encourages calm, balance and appreciation for fresh air and sunlight.
Sculpture is a wonderful way to enhance these spaces. Nicola Godden creates stunning bronze pieces inspired by nature and the human form. Placing one of her works in a tranquil garden setting adds a sense of beauty and connection that ties the whole space together.
Janet Massey, Dancing Emerald, Original Painting on Canvas
2. Colour Drenched Interiors: Walls, Ceilings and Everything In Between
This year, the trend is all about colour. Rooms are being completely wrapped in rich tones from the floor right up to the ceiling. The goal is to create a fully immersive experience where colour tells a complete story throughout the space. Even ceilings are being treated as part of the design rather than being left as an afterthought.
Colour can have a powerful effect on our mood and energy. By using deep and expressive tones like green, coral or navy blue, people are creating spaces that feel more personal and emotionally resonant.
Amber’s top tip is to choose the artwork you love first, then pick your hue and match your paint tone to the artwork. It is far easier than trying to match artwork to an already painted room. We recommend Janet Massey for these spaces. Her bold abstract pieces offer a depth of texture and colour that work perfectly in colour drenched interiors and keep them feeling vibrant and full of life.
Kate Rose, Radiance, Original Painting on Canvas
3. Home Wellness Spaces: A Thoughtful Escape
Wellness at home is no longer a passing trend. It is becoming an essential part of how we design and live in our spaces. More and more homes now include areas specifically created for rest and self care. These could be reading nooks, yoga corners or simply quiet places to pause and reflect.
These spaces provide a welcome escape from daily stresses and help us stay connected to our own sense of balance and wellbeing. With the right use of materials, lighting and scent, even a small area can feel like a retreat within your own home.
Artwork can enhance this feeling. Kate Rose’s delicate paintings of hummingbirds are a perfect example. Her calming and graceful compositions add peace and harmony to any wellness focused space.
Brenda Herd, Sunset in Motion, Original on Board
4. Earth Tones and Rich Hues: Grounded and Sophisticated
This summer’s colour palette is inspired by nature. Shades like terracotta, ochre and soft clay create warmth and comfort while deeper tones such as burgundy or forest green add a sense of richness and depth.
If painting a full room in a bold colour feels too much, artwork and accessories are a great way to introduce these tones. A large canvas, a unique vase or textured cushions can all bring in the desired atmosphere without overwhelming the space.
Brenda Herd’s work pairs beautifully with these hues. Her art brings a sense of quiet luxury and fits naturally within this palette of grounded yet sophisticated tones.
5. The Art Deco Revival: Timeless Glamour Reimagined
Art Deco is back this summer with a softer and more modern feel. Classic features such as curved shapes, fluted details and metallic touches are being refreshed with contemporary materials and lighter colour schemes.
This trend speaks to our love of elegance and order but adds a playful and updated twist. It introduces structure and glamour into a space while still feeling relaxed and current. Kate Matsevych creates striking pieces that echo the Art Deco spirit through bold geometric shapes and a strong sense of rhythm and form. Her work fits beautifully into spaces inspired by this trend.
Discover the Right Artwork for Your Home
If you are thinking about refreshing your space this summer and want your home to reflect how you feel, visit Amber Galleries. Our collection features a wide range of artists and styles so you can find something that truly speaks to you. Whether you are after calm, vibrancy or a touch of elegance, we can help you find artwork that completes the look and brings your vision to life.
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Decorilla Interior Design Trends 2025Vogue Interior Design Trends 2025
House and Garden Interior Trends 2025