As we gear up for another exciting year in nursery design, it’s time to unveil our 2025 nursery trends! This year’s themes are all about adventure and creativity, featuring everything from celestial motifs that whisk your little one off to the stars to vibrant patterns and bold colors that energize your rooms. We’re also seeing a rise in warm tones that create a cozy atmosphere, along with practical furniture pieces designed to blend functionality with style. Read on to discover all the nursery trends that will redefine your children’s room designs and inspire you to create a haven for your little dreamer!
Other Worldly
Space-themed nurseries and children’s rooms have been popular for a while, but the decor options have evolved significantly. In 2025, it’s time to embrace your inner astronaut with a room inspired by the wonders of space. You’ll find constellations, planets, and stars featured on crib sheets, rugs, and decor that will make your child’s space feel like it’s a million miles away—without the crying during takeoff, we hope!
Pattern Drenching
Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of bold patterns! The pattern drenching trend is all about making a statement from head to toe—think stunning floral wallpaper that grabs your attention, a stylish patterned armchair that invites you to relax, a chic ottoman sporting a fabulous checkered design, and a throw rug that perfectly pulls the whole look together. It might feel a bit daring at first, but don’t worry, achieving this fabulous style is easier than you think! Just embrace the adventure of mixing and matching scales, and let your creativity flow with patterns that beautifully complement each other. The possibilities are endless, and the result will be a mesmerizing space that reflects your unique flair!
Many wallpaper companies offer fabrics in the same patterns as their wallpaper. You can match your crib sheet, curtains or even reupholster an ottoman.
Don’t love the overly matchy-matchy look? You can also get the effect of pattern drenching by mixing pattern with texture for a much more subtle but still layered look.
Color Washing
Color washing remains a significant trend in home décor. Painting the walls, trim, and doors all in one color can create a striking effect, allowing the architectural details of your home to stand out. Although it may seem counterintuitive, decorative molding, board and batten, and wainscoting can truly shine when presented in a single color.
We especially love how color washing looks with built-ins. It allows the decor items, toys and books that you carefully selected for your little one to become the focal point of the shelves. You can accomplish color washing with just paint or mixing paint and coordinating wallpaper for just a subtle touch of contrast.
Hot Air Balloons
Hot air balloons are a classic children’s room motif that honestly will never go out of style. Pair whimsy with your child’s imagination to set their creativity soaring to new heights. Whether you go with all over wallpaper, scattered hot air balloon wall decals or a single, high-impact hot air balloon wall decal is up to you!
One and Done Furniture
Who doesn’t love a simple solution? We are really excited about this breakthrough trend in baby furniture—such as 8-in-1 cribs and dressers that are spacious enough to transition from the baby years all the way to the teenage years, without any issues.
These 8-in-1 cribs are all about customizing the exact configuration you want for your baby then toddler’s sleeping space. Slowly expand the crib from bassinet to mini crib to full size crib as your child grows. Finally, select from a variety of toddler bed options that best fit your little one’s needs.
This 9-drawer dresser allows for lots of space for later years while offering the organization option of smaller drawers so that it doesn’t just become a jumbled mess of onesies and tiny pants. Don’t forget the changing tray for those diaper changing days!
Let Kids be Kids
This year, cutesy wall decals inspire a wave of creativity, encouraging you to explore themes, colors, and styles that reflect your unique spirit. With their easy installation and removal, you can transform your space as often as you wish, without a ton of investment. Whether it’s charming cats, adventurous cars, dreamy clouds, or playful cherries, let wall decals elevate your surroundings and bring your walls to life. Less expensive than wallpaper, wall decals are super easy to remove, meaning you can change them out as your little one’s interests change!
Teddy Bear Cozy
There was a reason that teddy bear coats were so popular a few years back. There is something extra cozy about being wrapped in shearling or teddy loop. Now imagine late nights spent with your newborn… Doesn’t cozying up in one of these high textured chairs feel like a dream? Slightly heavier looking with a higher pile, these textures are 100% cuddle approved.
Dark Wood is Back
In recent years, nursery walls have transitioned towards moodier palettes, reflecting a growing trend in interior design. This year, we’re witnessing a delightful resurgence of darker wood furniture, particularly pieces in deep walnut tones. This choice of furniture not only introduces a vintage aesthetic but also infuses the room with a sense of warmth and sophistication. The rich, dark hues create a striking contrast with lighter wall colors and look equally as at home with moody color palettes, helping to enhance depth and visual interest in your nursery.
These aren’t Your Grandmother’s Baby Blues
While blue is a classic nursery color, there is nothing boring about the shades of blue that are trending in nurseries in 2025. Look out for beautiful seaside-inspired blues and vibrant cobalts making a splash this year. If you’re drawn to blue and love using color in your spaces, consider one of the newest cribs to hit the market in these trendy blue finishes.
Mocha Mousse
Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse, is a versatile and sophisticated warm brown hue that seamlessly lends itself to nursery design. This earthy, boho-inspired shade evokes a sense of comfort and security, making it an easy choice for a baby’s room. The warm undertones of Mocha Mousse create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, while its neutral nature allows for effortless pairing with a wide range of colors and patterns. Whether used as the primary color or as an accent, Mocha Mousse adds a touch of warmth and sophistication to any nursery style.
We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store for nurseries and kids rooms! Don’t forget to tag us on social (@projectnursery) so we can see your 2025 nursery designs. We may ask to feature you!
See past years’ nursery trends: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
