El Paseo designers agree: 2025 promises to be a celebration of color, comfort, and conscious living. With close attention to local and global trends, they foresee designs that are visually stunning, environmentally friendly, and unapologetically comfortable.
“Conversation” sofa in Aigue Marine from Roche Bobois.
Photo courtesy Roche Bobois
“Life can be both beautiful and comfortable, and I don’t think anybody’s willing to give that up,” Dragonette says.
“Magic Flowers” by Daniel Maltzman (2023, mixed media and acrylic on canvas) at Dawson Cole Fine Art.
Photo courtesy Dawson Cole Fine Art
Design for the Senses
In 2020, comfort took priority over aesthetics, and that desire for cozy spaces has lingered. Local experts don’t expect the fixation to fade anytime soon. The home now serves multiple functions — workplace, sanctuary, and relaxation zone. As a result, people have become more aware of practical furniture needs, like the comfort of a chair’s design. Shoppers, however, don’t need to sacrifice style.
“Life can be both beautiful and comfortable, and I don’t think anybody’s willing to give that up,” says Patrick Dragonette, owner of Dragonette Limited.
The need for comfort ties into the overall sensory experience. Roche Bobois showroom director Christophe Douheret predicts that tactile textures will become a major trend in 2025. “There’s more interest in flowing, soft curves and smooth lines and movement,” he says. “For example, many are interested in the Chinese French designer Jiang Qiong Er and her collection Bamboo Mood,” which features overstuffed seating designed with plush bamboo fabric.
“Point Dune” beaded wall hanging by Palacek, “Leaf Plate” in glass citron by Eva Milinkovic, Shagreen trays and linen boxes by Made Goods, “Iceberg” glass sculpture by Eva Milinkovic, and vintage “Black Sapphire” console made of absolute black granite by Mirak. All from Tom Hammond Studio.
Photo by Brandon Harman
She wears a Brochu Walker “Phinneas” wrap and Anine Bing “Carrie” pant from House of Lolo; necklace from Elizabeth & Prince; and black mules from Saks Fifth Avenue. He wears a Hugo collared shirt and Hugo cargo trousers from Saks Fifth Avenue; stylist’s own shoes. Photographed with the “Bubble” sofa at Roche Bobois.
Photo by Brandon Harman
“Good Morning” bronze sculpture by John Kennedy and “Desire Fly” acrylic painting by Anthony Liggins, both from Coda Gallery.
Photo by Brandon Harman
“Sunny Beach Path” by Timothy Mulligan (2022, acrylic on canvas) from Dawson Cole Fine Art.
Photo courtesy Dawson Cole Fine Art
Mick Fox, co-owner of Fig+Nash, agrees. “It’s about the relationship to the home,” he says, noting that all senses should be considered in residential design. “For instance, the smell of a space is important as it’s closely related to memory. It’s about creating beautiful experiences in the home.”
Reclaimed wood sculpture, handwoven basket from Ghana, designer chairs powder-coated with car paint, Persian Gabbeh knotted rug, and “Barcelona” mixed-media canvas by Ben Michal, all from Desert Wolff.
Delve Into the Dark Side
When it comes to color, Dragonette predicts the pendulum will swing away from neutrals toward deeper, more saturated hues. “We respond to color,” he says. “Everyone has different reactions. Most embrace color and want to be surrounded by something that makes them feel good.”
Douheret notes the rise of pastel colors in Roche Bobois’ outdoor collections. “More pastel colors are lighting up the outdoors, especially pinks and blues,” he shares. “Indoors, there are a lot of rich browns and greens.”
Fox sees similar trends at Fig + Nash, with an emphasis on browns, textured finishes, and statement accent walls requested. “The Behr color of the year is Rumors, a rich shade of wine burgundy, so that will be mixed in with a beautiful desert brown palette.”
The 2025 color trends from Behr Paint.
Embrace the Smart and Sustainable
Technology that integrates with home décor continues to evolve, shaping the way we live and improving efficiencies at home, often in eco-friendly ways that allow us to leave a smaller footprint. “Smart homes are going to get even smarter,” Fox emphasizes. “We’re living in a fast-moving world, and 2025 will be very home driven.”
With sustainability on the mind, more customers seek furniture that’s recyclable or reusable. To meet this demand, designers are developing sustainable pieces. Roche Bobois, for example, aims to produce 100 percent of its products with FSC- or PEFC-certified or recycled wood by 2030.
Customers are also interested in where the products originate and who makes them. “They want to know about the designers, the collaborations, the uniqueness of a piece, and the quality,” Douheret says. “They’re not just buying furniture; they care about the story.”
Fig+Nash’s interior design at the original Cowboy Cantina location.
Photo by Lance Gerber, courtesy Fig+Nash
Modern abstract oil painting by Stevan Kissel via Dragonette Limited.
Photo Courtesy Dragonette Limited
Savor Indoor-Outdoor Living
Hybrid living spaces, where indoor and outdoor areas blur together, will always be in style in Greater Palm Springs. Desert homeowners want furniture that transitions easily from patio to living room. “They want their outdoor living spaces to be as satisfying and welcoming as their homes,” Dragonette says. Along with bright, bold palettes, designers also see a return to warmer tones, such as natural woods and stones, a sharp contrast to the colder minimalist styles of recent years.
“The new outdoor furniture is absolutely gorgeous,” Douheret says, pointing to the Mah Jong collection by Missoni at Roche Bobois.
To make the indoor-outdoor flow easy, Dragonette offers weather-resistant sofas and chairs designed for both. “People want to add beauty and luxury to their outdoor spaces and the way they entertain,” he says. “They don’t have to spend a fortune, but they are wanting to stop and appreciate moments.”
It’s all about cultivating joy inside and out, whether that’s statement lighting, accent walls, or classic vintage furniture.
L’Objet x Haas Brothers “Mojave Matcha and Gold” soup plate collection from Fig+Nash.
Photo courtesy Fig+Nash
Roche Bobois“Bamboo Mood” sofa designed by Jiang Qiong Er.
Take a Cue from Commercial Developments
These design ideals are also appearing in Coachella Valley restaurants and hotels. Fox cites the new Cowboy Cantina restaurant at The River at Rancho Mirage, and the Cotino development, a Storyliving by Disney community, as examples.
“There’s a new energy, new investments, and new momentum,” he says. “People have had a love affair with the valley, and it keeps building.” he says.
While the timeless Palm Springs midcentury modern aesthetic isn’t going anywhere, 2025 will bring an evolution in color, texture, and practicality. By blending beauty with comfort and conscious living, designers will continue to honor the region’s design heritage while embracing the future and the many facets of this special place we call home.