Remodeling Trends: What’s In and What’s Out in 2025
At Allstate General Contractors, we’re always keeping a finger on the pulse of current remodeling trends, and our experts agree, most homeowners are shifting focus toward a stronger emphasis on functionality, sustainability, and personalization.
As we move into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on some of the biggest trends we’ve seen over the past year, and what we think will be in and what will be out in 2025. We’ve compiled our predictions for you here, because whether you’re planning a full-scale home remodel, or a small room update this year, our expert home remodeling contractors are here to help you make informed choices and create a beautiful home that fits your lifestyle for years to come.
What’s In for 2025
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Materials
Sustainability remains a priority for homeowners considering a major renovation in 2025. Consumers are more eco-conscious than ever, and are opting for materials that not only look beautiful but are also kind to the planet. These choices not only improve your home’s look and functionality but also promote a greener lifestyle.
What You can Do:
Recycled and Reclaimed Materials: From countertops that are made of recycled glass to reclaimed wood flooring, sustainable, eco-friendly materials can offer a unique, rustic charm while minimizing waste.
Energy-Efficient Features: Upgrades like energy-efficient windows and lighting, high-performance insulation, and smart appliances help homeowners reduce their carbon footprint and save on utility bills.
Longevity and Durability: Materials such as bamboo, cork, and natural stone will continue to be popular flooring choices due to their durability and long-term sustainability.
Smart Home Integration
As technology has advanced to deliver more reliable features and greater convenience, smart home systems have become an essential upgrade for many homeowners. If you’re planning a home remodel this year, this may be the perfect time to add on smart systems like a voice-controlled thermostat, automatic lighting, or a smart security system. These devices add both convenience and peace of mind while improving your home’s energy efficiency.
What You Can Do:
Seamless Automation: Smart thermostats, lighting systems, and security cameras offer hands-free control and can be managed remotely, which provides greater ease of use and energy efficiency.
Energy Savings: Smart features such as energy monitoring devices and automated climate control help reduce energy waste, lowering utility bills and your carbon footprint.
Security: With smart home security systems, including cameras, locks, and sensors, homeowners can monitor their property in real-time from their smartphones.
Smart home integration can make your home more secure, energy-efficient, and convenient.
Multifunctional Spaces
As we all balance our busy schedules, multifunctional spaces will continue to be a key home remodel trend in 2025. Our living spaces need to continue to adapt to our various needs, combining comfort, utility, and style. Design your home to do double duty. Consider some simple updates that can make your home feel more versatile:
What You Can Do:
Home Offices and Study Nooks: Dedicated spaces for remote work or study have become a staple. These spaces are designed for both productivity and relaxation, offering quiet, organized areas to focus.
Flexible Living Spaces: Living rooms that double as home gyms or playrooms, and guest rooms that function as both sleeping and office spaces, maximize every inch of a home.
Built-in Storage: Homes are incorporating more built-in storage options like shelves, cabinetry, and multi-purpose furniture to keep spaces organized and flexible.
Maximalism and Bold Design Choices
2025 is seeing a shift away from minimalist interiors in favor of more expressive, bold, and eclectic designs. Homeowners are embracing vivid colors, layering textures, and mixing styles to create spaces that feel personal and dynamic. Dive into bold colors like deep jewel tones, mix and match furniture styles, and layer textures throughout your home.
What You Can Do:
Personal Expression: Maximalism allows you to experiment with vibrant hues, bold patterns, and unique furniture pieces that reflect your individuality and lifestyle. Consider painting a wall or upgrading a backsplash with bright colored paint or tile.
Layered Textures: Velvet cushions, shaggy rugs, metallic finishes, and rich fabrics are all making their way into the home as part of a multi-dimensional, layered design. Tile or crown molding can be an easy remodeling choice that will bring texture and interest to a room.
Curated Chaos: The key to successful maximalist design is balance. Mixing different design styles and patterns with intention can result in a sophisticated yet dynamic aesthetic.
Remodeling Trends That Are Out in 2025
Overly Trendy, Fast-Fading Designs
We know it’s tempting to embrace the latest trend, but remodeling with too many passing fads can make your home feel dated sooner than you’d like. We recommend shifting away from overly trendy designs that lack longevity. Focus on timeless design elements and opt for trends that can evolve with your style. If you are looking to incorporate bold, statement-making features in your next home remodel, make sure that it’s reflective of your personal style.
While we know maximalism will be in this year, consider keeping your foundational elements—such as fixtures, flooring, and cabinetry—classic. You can still infuse personality and flair by adding trendier touches through accessories and decor. This approach allows you to stay current without committing to trends that may quickly fall out of favor. Plus, it helps maintain your home's resale value, making it appealing to a broader range of potential buyers if you decide to move in the future.
Excessive Open Shelving in Kitchens
Open shelving became popular a few years ago as a stylish way to make kitchens feel airy, open, and easy to navigate. However, many homeowners are finding that open shelving can be difficult to maintain and keep free of clutter.
To keep open shelves functional and visually appealing, frequent cleaning and organizing is required. Without regular upkeep, they can quickly collect dust, grease, and clutter, which can make your kitchen feel disorganized. It’s also common for open shelves to become overcrowded with mismatched dishware or kitchen gadgets, leading to a chaotic look.
If you still love the open shelving look but want to avoid the constant maintenance, consider a balanced approach. Incorporating open shelves in select areas, alongside traditional cabinetry or glass-front cabinets, can provide the best of both worlds. This allows you to keep frequently used items accessible while maintaining a cleaner, more organized kitchen with less upkeep.
Overly High-Tech Kitchens
While smart home features and high-tech appliances can make life easier, 2025 will see homeowners move away from overly complex tech that doesn’t add significant value to the kitchen experience.
High-tech gadgets, such as refrigerators with touch screens or overly complex oven systems, can be expensive and prone to malfunction. Many of these gadgets end up being underused, so the minimal improvement in functionality doesn’t justify the cost.
Instead of investing in every new high-tech kitchen appliance, focus on practical upgrades like energy-efficient refrigerators, smart thermostats, or quality ovens. Choose appliances that genuinely make your kitchen more functional and convenient.
Remodeling for the Future in 2025
As we move into 2025, it’s clear that homeowners are leaning towards a balance of sustainability, functionality, and personalization in their remodeling choices. Smart home technologies, sustainable materials, and flexible, multifunctional spaces are leading the charge, while over-the-top trends and short-lived fads are on their way out.
When planning your next remodeling project, think long-term and invest in features and designs that will continue to serve you well for years to come. If you’re ready to start your 2025 remodel, contact Allstate General Contractors today for expert guidance and top-notch craftsmanship. Let’s create a home that works for you now and in the future!
