By: Sarah Lyon
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You may be starting to hear about the main interior design trends that will be everywhere in 2025, but keep in mind that exterior trends vary year after year, too, and are certainly worth staying on top of as times change. After all, the colors, styles, and landscaping that people select for the outside of their homes, among other factors, are just as significant. Being mindful of these features will help to ensure that your space appears current and stylish, not dated, which is always the goal.
Below, architects share six of their main predictions for 2025 that you may very well begin to notice in your own neighborhood sooner rather than later.
Meet the Expert
- Scott Specht is the founding partner of Specht Novak Architects.
- Kristine Anderson is the managing principal and designer at PKA Architecture.
- Kieran Fannan is a project architect at TriVistaUSA.
Inward Looking Homes
Privacy is going to be paramount in 2025, according to Scott Specht, the founding partner of Specht Novak Architects.
“We are seeing a lot more demand for homes that are inward-looking with quiet courtyards that bring in light and nature while providing visual and acoustical privacy and a greater sense of security,” he says.
In fact, Specht recently completed a home without any externally facing exterior windows altogether. Instead, the house features two courtyards with floor-to-ceiling glass.
“It’s an oasis from the outside world, while still being in the middle of the city and walkable to everything urban life offers,” Specht says.
Resilient Elements
Kristine Anderson, managing principal and designer at PKA Architecture, has seen clients requesting exteriors that are resilient and built to last. Anderson explains the reasons range from wanting to do less maintenance or depending on the region since clients want something that will stand against natural elements.
Examples of resilient materials include terracotta, which is sturdy and can stand up to the elements, Anderson explains. It also has a varied tone and finish that creates a rich surface texture.
Anderson also says that thermally modified woods are another popular pick.
“The internal structure of the material has changed, making it more durable and stable, as well as eco-friendly,” she says.
Gray Paint
Wondering what colors in particular to choose for your home’s exterior? There’s nothing wrong with sticking with something simple and classic in 2025, according to the experts.
Gray tones in particular will be popular when it comes to siding, Kieran Fannan, a project architect at TriVistaUSA, says. He adds that darker trim is still going to be on trend, and shares that earthy tones will continue to have their moment as well, noting that a more subtle application will be most popular.
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Fewer Fences
Move over, traditional fences—we will be seeing fewer of these in the coming year and greenery will be taking center stage, resulting in a much more lush look.
“Landscaping seems to be taking the place of a traditional fence to divide exterior areas,” Fannan says. “The need for connection to the outdoors from the main living areas is stronger than ever.”
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AI-Generated Ideas
Gone are the days of solely relying upon inspiration images from magazines or designer portfolios; new technology has shaped the way that we envision our spaces. AI isn’t just for drafting emails or summarizing passages, it can also come in handy as it pertains to designing a yard or home facade.
When sharing their goals with architects, clients will be drawing upon AI-generated designs rather than pre-existing images of exteriors, Fannan shares, noting the increased role that this form of technology will play within the architecture and design world.
Subtle Features
Fannan explains how we can expect to see home sizes getting larger, but this doesn’t mean that over-the-top styles will be in vogue. Rather, he says that stand-out details will be more muted in some cases since subtlety can go a long way, after all. For example, more people may choose calmer paint colors for their exteriors than bold hues.
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