These days, the fashion industry is characterized by trends that come and go seemingly overnight; interior design seems to now be following suit, albeit at a slightly less blistering pace.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jeffrey Steele has been a freelance writer for one-third of a century. Fashion fads come and go, as do popular home design trends.

The farmhouse style, or country house, dominated the interior design scene over the past decade, especially with the influence of names like Joanna Gaines. But in 2025, what is the relevance of this ...

Is there a more relaxed and inviting design aesthetic than farmhouse style? We think not! Whether you call a Folk Victorian house on a pastoral piece of property home or just want to bring that look ...