Should Doors and Trim be the Same Color? In 2025, Here's What Designers Are Doing

Image of a large stairwell in the middle of a large entryway. The railing is white and there is a jute stair runner. The trim on the walls is painted a dusty pink and so are the doors in the room.

Accenting every architectural detail in a crisp, bright white used to be the safe bet — sleek, reliable, and surprisingly versatile. But, "Now that approach often feels sterile and unfinished," says interior designer Lauren Saab. Should doors and trim be the same color in 2025? And if not, what should we be doing?

Trim and doors are no longer just background details in our interiors. Designers are using these features to sculpt perspective, sharpen palettes, and give rooms more visual structure. "When painted the same color, they create a quiet envelope that feels intentional and calm," explains Lauren. "When painted differently, they act like framing lines that pull focus and anchor the space."