Playful Personalisation and Warm Wood Tones - Interior Trends set to dominate in 2025

Chaunceys Timber Flooring is spotlighting two standout trends poised to shape interiors in 2025: playful, personality-driven designs and warm wood flooring. Both trends reflect a growing desire for homes that feel authentic, comforting and uniquely individual. Ian Tomlinson, Managing Director of Chaunceys Timber Flooring, shares his insights into why these styles and finishes are set to lead the way in the year ahead.

Playful Floors: Adding Personality Through Design

We are noticing more homeowners are keen to make their homes reflective of their personalities and as a result playful floors are proving popular as a bold design statement. From parquet patterns with unexpected twists to floors featuring contrasting wood tones, 2025 is all about embracing creativity underfoot. This trend is especially popular in areas like entranceways, living rooms and kitchens, where striking design details can elevate the overall space. Playful floors not only make an impact visually but also add an element of joy, turning houses into homes with unique character.

Mixing wood flooring with other natural materials is an innovative way to define different zones within a home, particularly in open-plan layouts. Blending wood with contrasting materials like stone or tiles not only creates a visually striking look but also helps to establish clear boundaries between spaces. For instance, transitioning from wood flooring in a dining area to a curved, marble-style floor in the kitchen adds a playful yet sophisticated contrast while maintaining a cohesive design. Another stylish option is combining wood with geometric tiles or patterned stone in entryways or bathrooms. This technique beautifully defines spaces, adding both texture and depth to the overall design.

Homeowners increasingly want their floors to be more than just a backdrop, they want them to spark interest and tell a story. There are many ways to make a playful yet sophisticated statement with flooring and we’re noticing an exciting shift toward eclectic geometric patterns and larger-format designs. Parquet styles like herringbone, chevron and Versailles remain timeless, but there’s also a growing demand for bespoke patterns that can create a truly one-of-a-kind look. These custom designs allow homeowners to push creative boundaries while maintaining the classic elegance that parquetry is known for.

Case Study: Victorian Family Home, Chiswick

Chaunceys recently collaborated with Pringle & Pringle, a Surrey-based interior design studio, on the renovation of a beautiful Victorian family home in Chiswick. Chaunceys supplied and installed Cornish Slate oak flooring with 180mm planks in the hallway, paired with 15mm x 180mm chevron flooring in the adjoining rooms.

The result is a stunning combination of warm, mid-toned finishes and playful flooring patterns that perfectly balance beauty with creativity. The images below showcase how this thoughtful pairing can bring warmth and artistry into a home while complementing the character of the space.

Warm Wood: Connecting to Earthy Tones and Textures

As the earthy tones and textures trend continues to dominate interior design, warm wood flooring and cladding has become a key feature in creating calming, grounded spaces. This style draws inspiration from nature’s own palette, helping to create rooms that feel inviting and homely.

Timber is the perfect way to connect to the earthy tones trend, as the natural character and warmth of wood brings a sense of depth and comfort to interiors. Whether you’re layering textures in a cosy family home or embracing a soft, minimalist aesthetic, warm-toned floors or interior wood cladding are a timeless choice.

The appeal of wood lies in its ability to bridge traditional and contemporary styles, making it highly versatile. It’s a trend that not only looks beautiful but also supports sustainable and eco-conscious living. People are naturally drawn to organic, grounding materials and both timber flooring and cladding offer this in abundance. The subtle grain patterns, natural tones and inviting warmth of wood make it easy to create comforting environments.

Case Study: Edwardian Soulful Home, Surrey

A project that perfectly embodies the earthy tones and textures trend is this recent renovation of an Edwardian home in Surrey. For this soulful space, Chaunceys’ Church Pew Brown oak flooring was the ideal choice, and helped to transform it into the serene and welcoming retreat it has become. The rich caramel browns ofthe warm finish beautifully complement the property’s traditional architecture, while the medium-brushed texture brought an elegant aged look.

Interior designer Anouska Tamony curated the home with careful attention to detail, combining classic design with a touch of playfulness. Inspired by the charm of country house hotels, the interiors reflect the couple’s personal style and their desire to create a home which suited their busy lives, shared with their French bulldog Rolo.

The result is a cosy sanctuary, which featured Chaunceys engineered oak flooring in both plank and herringbone formats, spanning the hallway, livingroom, study, landing, and master bedroom. The combination of plank and herringbone designs highlights the versatility of warm wood tones, bringing both character and elegance to the home.