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I'm an interior designer. Here are 10 trends I won't be wasting money on in 2025.

I'm not on board with open-shelving designs for a kitchen.

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As an interior designer, there are home designs and trends I have no plans to partake in this year.
Sherpa chairs, beige couches, and polyester-filled throw pillows aren't really built to last.
I also wouldn't add open shelving to a kitchen or crown molding to any modern space.

I've been an interior designer for years, and I've learned that not every trendy design or "must-have" item is worth the money.

So, in 2025, I'm planning to skip decor that's trendy but impractical and doesn't offer lasting value. Instead, I'm focusing on timeless, practical pieces that bring style to a space and are a good bang for my buck.

Here's a list of 10 interior designs and home trends I'll be avoiding in 2025 — and why they aren't making the cut.

Sherpa accent chairs are cozy but too hard to maintain.

Sherpa and other fuzzy materials can be hard to clean.

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Sherpa chairs might look inviting, but they're not built for real life.

This fluffy, curled fabric is usually white or cream and seems to attract dirt and stains. Plus, it's difficult to clean sherpa without ruining the fabric.

When looking for a chair or other soft item to add to my home, I'd rather go for a durable performance fabric that's just as cozy but way more practical.

Polyester-filled throw pillows lose their charm quickly.

Polyester fill doesn't hold its shape as well as some other materials.

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Throw pillows are a simple way to refresh a space, but polyester-filled options tend to lose their shape and look lumpy after a short period of time.

Instead, I'm opting for down-alternative or memory-foam inserts that feel more luxurious and last longer.

Using blankets to cover sofas just looks messy.

This quick fix rarely looks polished.

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Putting a blanket over a sofa might seem like a simple solution to hide wear and tear, but it rarely holds up in the long run.

Blankets slip around and can make the space look unfinished. A better option is to invest in a durable, stain-resistant sofa or slipcover.

Crown molding doesn't add enough impact considering how expensive it can be to install.

I think crown molding feels dated in modern spaces.

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Crown molding can look nice in traditional homes, but it often feels unnecessary in modern spaces.

Adding this molding to a room can cost a few hundred or thousand dollars, so I'd rather use that money to make a bigger statement with bold lighting or textured wall treatments.

Dark paint colors are dramatic but high-maintenance.

Dark wall colors can require constant touch-ups.

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Dark walls may be trendy, but they can make rooms feel smaller and show every scuff and smudge.

If I want a dramatic look, I'd rather choose bold furniture or accents instead of committing to dark, high-maintenance walls.

Faux plants just don't cut it anymore.

Faux greenery can look cheap and lifeless.

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Faux plants might seem like an easy way to decorate a space, but they lack the life and texture that real greenery brings.

Instead, I'm sticking to low-maintenance live plants, like snake plants, or dried floral arrangements for a natural touch.

Beige couches feel too plain and impractical.

Beige fabrics won't necessarily stand up to stains or everyday wear.

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Beige couches have been a design staple for years, but they're more trouble than they're worth.

I find the light color shows stains far too easily and doesn't add enough character to a room. A sofa in a rich tone or textured fabric feels more modern and livable.

Throw pillows can easily overwhelm a sofa or bed when you use too many.

More pillows equals less seating space.

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I love a good throw pillow, but too many can quickly overwhelm a space.

This year, I'm sticking to accenting couches or beds with just two or three high-quality pillows with varied textures and patterns to create a curated, uncluttered look.

Premade gallery walls lack personality.

Custom art collections are more meaningful.

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Prepackaged gallery walls might seem like a quick fix, but they often feel too generic.

Instead, I'm encouraging people to build their own collections over time with art that feels personal and unique to their story.

Open shelving is too impractical for a kitchen.

Items on the shelves can collect dust and grease.

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Open shelving might look great in photos, but in real life, it's a nightmare to maintain.

Unless you style everything to perfection and clean constantly, the shelves end up looking cluttered and dusty. Closed cabinetry is a more functional and stylish storage solution for a kitchen.

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