Issue #1|March 9, 2025 Design Quarterly.
Every quarter, I share design articles that resonate with me and have been or will be incorporated into my work, sourced from favorite titles like Architectural Digest and Elle Decor. I'm delighted to present them to you now. This is what's trending:
Interior design is evolving beyond minimalism toward personalized, vibrant spaces that evoke joy. Rich, saturated colors are replacing muted palettes, while "dopamine decor" focuses on creating environments that trigger positive neurological responses. Small spaces are being maximized through clever multifunctional furniture and vertical storage solutions.
Vintage elements are making a comeback, from Swedish antiques to retro bathrooms with freestanding tubs and warm metallic accents. Meanwhile, millennial design "hacks" like amber soap bottles and matte black fixtures are falling out of favor.
Kitchen trends for 2025 include concealed appliances and entertainment-focused layouts, while outdoor spaces are seeing innovations like keyhole gardens for sustainable growing.
Laura Gorman Interiors delivered this Westport CT custom remodle June 2024
The Surprising Science Behind the Dopamine Decor Trend
Dopamine decor is a design trend focusing on creating spaces that spark personal joy, moving beyond neutral minimalism. By incorporating meaningful colors, objects, and memories, this approach uses neuroscience to design interiors that genuinely make people happy and stimulate positive emotions.
