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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Lilith Hudson

9 colors designers won’t be using in their living rooms in 2025

Pink living room with a large window and a marble fireplace designed to have a small vintage deck and yellow upholstered stool.

Redecorating a living room is a joyous task that can breathe new life into your space. Whether you're opting for a lick of paint or fresh furniture, color has a wonderous power to dictate how this convivial room feels. If you plan to spruce your space this spring, however, you'll want to know the shades that designers won't be decorating with in 2025.

Since the pandemic there's been a seismic shift in the way we use color as we all seek to curate nurturing spaces. But, five years on, some of those shades feel worn out, or just don't have the same relevance as they once did. If you want a living room that looks fresh and enticing in 2025, designers are steering clear of these overused hues to ensure they deliver contemporary, exciting spaces.

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