As 2025 draws to a close, Newmor Wallcoverings reflect on a year defined by colour, craft, and cultural storytelling…
At the start of the year, Newmor Head of Design and Marketing, Rose Campbell identified five trends set to shape commercial interiors: Fair Isle, Tequila Sunrise, Earthenware, Dark Decadence, and Expressionist. Each celebrated timeless design, personalisation, and the creation of memorable spaces, and has influenced Newmor’s new collections throughout the year.
Campbell explains, “2025, was all about creating memorable interiors where people want to linger. I identified five key trends that would inspire commercial spaces that felt both personal and memorable.”
Image caption: Fair Isle | Image credit: Newmor
Newmor’s Fair Isle trend celebrated artisan craftsmanship and a slower pace of life. Layered textures and natural patterns evoked calm and wellbeing, with a palette of teal, sage, seafoam, stone, and fern.
Image caption: Broxton Slate | Image credit: Newmor
The Broxton and Slate designs embody this trend through texture, and by celebrating the beauty of natural materials. Broxton features a refined embossed herringbone that brings depth and quiet elegance, while Slate offers mineral-inspired tactility drawn from the character of Welsh slate. Together, they capture the calm, crafted essence at the heart of the Fair Isle trend.
Image caption: Tequila sunrise | Image credit: Newmor
The Tequila Sunrise trend explored vibrancy, contrast, and creative energy. The mix of saturated hues and playful textures bring interiors to life. “This trend encouraged designers to inject intrigue and vitality,” explains Campbell. “It’s about balancing captivating interiors with a sense of adventure. We’ve seen this trend pay out in various commercial interior events this year, from Brit List’s ‘Walk on The Wild Side’ to the ‘Cultural Clash’ at HIX 2025”.
Image caption: Tequila sunrise | Image credit: Newmor
Newmor Eri Silk, Eri Stripe, and Savlamar sit firmly within this trend, as each design encapsulates expressive tactility and colour-led storytelling. Named after Savanna-la-Mar, Jamaica, the expressive patchwork design reflects the island’s vibrant cultural blend. A design that is deeply personal to her, Campbell said, “Savlamar is a tribute to my father’s Jamaican heritage and the spirit of unity that runs through the island’s culture”.
Image caption: Earthenware | Image credit: Newmor
Newmor’s Earthenware trend focused on warm neutrals and layered textures to create spaces that are both elegant and restorative. Creams, sand, cognac, mocha, and chocolate set a soothing tone.
Image caption: Plumarius, Tatami, Chesterfield | Image credit: Newmor
This trend’s influence can be seen across Newmor’s new designs. From Plumarius and Chesterfield in the Athenaeum collection to Tatami. Each celebrate natural fibres and artisanal textures, to create interiors that feel grounded yet sophisticated.
Image caption: Dark Decadence | Image credit: Newmor
Dark Decadence celebrated immersive, moody interiors, combining deep jewel tones with rich textures and burnished metals. This trend was embodied by designs including Biblioteca and Entomology from the Athenaeum collection, and Prism. Each offering dramatic depth, atmospheric storytelling, and a refined sense of luxury.
Image caption: Biblioteca, Prism and Entomology | Image credit: Newmor
Campbell said, “All three designs reflect contemporary luxury – from Biblioteca’s metallic-accented book-spines, the champagne shimmer in Entomology, to the way Prism plays with light and depth”.
Image caption: Expressionist Decadence | Image credit: Newmor
And finally, Expressionist encouraged individuality, nostalgia, and self-expression. This trend is reflected in designs such as Maris and Artemis from the Athenaeum collection, and the tactility of Eri Silk.
“Athenaeum allows designers to create highly personal, immersive interiors,” Campbell explains. “And the twenty hues in Eri Silk beautifully capture the collections raw elegance, from rich jewel tones of amber, ruby and deep amethyst. Our portfolio of designs and colour options allow designers to create truly memorable commercial spaces”.
Image caption: Biblioteca, Prism and Entomology | Image credit: Newmor
Throughout the year, Newmor’s new designs have brought its trends forecast to life, offering interiors that are tactile, considered, and rich in narrative. From the calming textures of Fair Isle to the dramatic luxury of Dark Decadence, 2025 has shown how craft, colour, and cultural inspiration can transform spaces into destinations.
All of the new stocked ranges contain a minimum of 20% recycled material, combining heritage and innovation in equal measure.
Campbell concluded, “As we look to 2026, our aim is to continue merging heritage and innovation. Trends evolve over time, and I look forward to continuing the journey. Ultimately, it’s craft, colour, and storytelling that will continue to shape interiors that are timeless, personal, and unforgettable”.
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