India, Dec. 25 -- Every year brings its own mood to interiors. And 2025 was all about feeling at home in the truest sense. Decor moved away from perfection and leaned into comfort, emotion and personality. Spaces felt warmer, more layered and deeply lived in, reflecting a collective desire for calm, joy and familiarity. From expressive fabrics to playful accents, these were the decor trends that defined the year.The new mood: Cortisol vs dopamine

The most significant shift in 2025 was the intentional use of decor to regulate our nervous systems. There was a fascinating split between two opposing philosophies. Dopamine decor took over for those seeking joy and stimulation. This meant walls painted in electric citrus hues, checkered rugs, ...