Exciting Interior Design Trends to Embrace in 2025

How to Incorporate Them Using Handmade Tiles

New year, new trends! As we step into 2025, interior design takes a bold turn toward richer, cozier, and more inviting spaces. Minimalism is stepping aside, making room for moodier colors, eclectic patterns, and rich textures that redefine home aesthetics. If you’re ready to refresh your space, handcrafted tiles are the perfect way to bring these trends to life. Here’s what’s hot for 2025 and how you can embrace these styles with Clay Imports’ handmade tiles.

Cotto tiles complementing the rich red hues of this charming kitchen.

 Design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design | Photo by Avery Nicole Photography 

Warm and Moody Colors

In 2025, warm and moody hues will dominate interior spaces, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Rich tones such as earthy purple by Benjamin Moore, deep ruby red by Behr, and mocha mousse by Pantone will set the stage for a timeless palette. Additionally, we will see the emergence of buttery yellows, deep greens, and navy blues. 

To bring these colors to life, opt for terracotta tiles in earthy browns for flooring to radiate warmth, choose cozy-hued 3D tiles for backsplashes or accent walls to add texture and style, or pair wood in mid tones with handmade tiles to create unique, inviting designs in kitchens, bathrooms, or living spaces.

The deep green, paired with natural wood accents, brings organiwarmth to this inviting kitchen.

Design by Popix Designs. | Photo by Charlotte Lea Photography

Warm Materials and Cozy Spaces

In 2025, interior design embraces a return to warmth and authenticity, with natural materials taking center stage. Mid-toned woods, with their rich and inviting hues, set the tone for cozy yet sophisticated interiors. Clay tiles, particularly terracotta, are making a strong statement as they offer a warm, textured finish that effortlessly enhances a variety of spaces. Whether used for accent walls, bar fronts, or flooring, terracotta tiles add depth and charm. For an extra layer of personality, textured or reverse terracotta tiles are gaining popularity, bringing unique patterns and tactile appeal that make any design stand out. This trend celebrates a harmonious blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style.

Various shades of wood and terracotta come together creating a warm atmosphere in this kitchen.

Design by Robinson Rose Studio | Photo by James Ruiz

Tile Drenching: A Bold New Look 

Tile drenching—an interior design technique where entire surfaces are covered with tiles—is emerging as a standout trend for 2025. This bold approach creates a dramatic, monochromatic effect, making it particularly well-suited for bathrooms and kitchens. To master this look, opt for solid handmade tiles in rectangular or square shapes to achieve a clean and cohesive aesthetic. Incorporating subtle textures can add depth and interest while maintaining a balanced design. For a timeless appeal that endures, select high-quality clay tiles in a color that resonates with your personal style.

Our thin brick tiles bring a bold, dramatic touch to this bathroom, creating an immersive ambiance.

 Design by Chris Pardo

Blending Interiors with the Outdoors

Seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor spaces continues to be a major design trend. Handmade clay tiles provide an excellent solution, combining durability with natural beauty to achieve this harmonious look. Matching tiles for patios and adjacent interiors create a unified flow that enhances the sense of continuity between spaces. Botanical or nature-inspired patterns add an organic vibe, while earthy-toned tiles bring warmth and character to outdoor living areas, including patios, kitchens, and seating zones.

Red terracotta tiles connecting spaces blending indoor and outdoor seamlessly.

Heritage House | Photography by Jeremy Doddridge

Modern Cottagecore  

This trend combines vintage charm with modern simplicity, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. Earthy tones like terracotta and sage pair beautifully with modern neutrals like charcoal. To start, lay terracotta floors for a rustic foundation. For a timeless yet modern touch, use square or subway tiles for backsplashes or bathroom walls. Finally, incorporate subtly patterned tiles to infuse a whimsical, handcrafted flair into your design.

The soft green tiles, paired with white and wood accents, subtly evoke the charm of a cottage kitchen.

Design and photo by Madeline Harper

Cherry Coded

This trend revolves around incorporating moody red tones into interior spaces, adding a bold yet sophisticated character. Bedrooms are the perfect canvas for this trend, where handcrafted red tiles can transform walls or floors into stunning focal points. These rich hues bring warmth and personality, balancing modern aesthetics with timeless charm. Pairing these tones with complementary materials like wood or neutral-toned furniture enhances their impact, creating a harmonious yet dramatic design.

Glossy cherry vibes are perfectly captured with our path and round oxblood tiles.

Design by Kim Wolfe | Photo by Sam Biemer

Mix and Maximalist

This trend celebrates bold patterns, vibrant prints, and layered textures to create spaces bursting with personality. This eclectic style thrives on the unexpected, encouraging playful combinations of colors, patterns, and materials. Handcrafted tiles with intricate designs are perfect for achieving this look—mix and match them to craft dynamic accent walls, unique backsplashes, or vibrant flooring. The beauty of this trend lies in its flexibility; it invites creativity and experimentation, allowing you to turn your space into a lively, one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

This bathroom boldly embraces a mix of wall patterns and textured tiles.

Primary Play

This trend for 2025 brings a sense of joy and whimsy to interiors by incorporating primary colors and playful designs. This vibrant trend is all about infusing spaces with energy through bold hues like red, blue, and yellow, often paired with quirky patterns and dynamic textures. Handmade tiles in primary colors can be used to create cheerful accent walls, eye-catching backsplashes, or even playful flooring. This trend encourages creativity and spontaneity, making it perfect for those who want to transform their space into a lively and inviting environment filled with artistic charm.

The bright yellow and playful tile patterns add vibrant energy to this joyful bathroom.

Design by Ayse Iyriboz

Ready to Transform Your Space?

Whether you’re drawn to the cozy sophistication of Modern Cottagecore, the bold elegance of Cherry Coded, or the eclectic charm of Mix and Maximalist, Clay Imports has a curated selection of handmade tiles to bring your vision to life. Dive into these 2025 trends and discover how handcrafted tiles can make your interiors truly unforgettable.