It is never too early to be inspired by an upcoming season. Autumn might not officially start until September, but we are ready to predict which interior trends will become popular once the cosy season arrives.
From warm and familiar colour palettes to Halloween-inspired aesthetics, autumn is the perfect opportunity to add character to your home.
What colour will be trending in autumn?
We predict that the trending colour for autumn will be brown. Mocha Mousse was chosen as Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2025. Although, not exactly a surprising colour for autumn, brown is the perfect shade to epitomise the vibes of the season – warmth and cosiness.
The best part about brown trending? It is a timeless colour that works seamlessly with different room décor and aesthetics, whether you choose to implement it in your home through soft furnishings, decorative items, or on the walls.
How to create a home library
Social media, specifically BookTok, has shattered the illusion that you need to live in a grand, spacious home to have your very own library. Even the smallest of rooms can become your personal home library — all you need are shelves (or bookcases) and a vision.
You want to create a space that evokes true escapism, the perfect room to lose yourself in a book for hours on end. There is so much more to a library than stacking books on shelves. You can create the ultimate at-home library in a few simple ways:
Wall Colours
For the walls, choose colours that are relaxing and traditional, such as deep burgundy, navy blue, or forest green.
Personal Touches
If you want to personalise the space, consider adding tongue and groove panelling to the bottom half of the room and wallpaper inspired by your favourite author or novel above it. Love fantasy books? Paint your panelling a striking jewel tone and choose a whimsical wallpaper that you could imagine on the pages of a story.
Seating
Seating is an essential element in any home library, the comfier, the better, as you will want somewhere to sit for hours. If you are working with a small room, consider an armchair, a bean bag, or even a sofa bed to maximise the space. Or, if you are lucky enough, add an entire sofa so you can stretch out while reading or even invite others to join you. And do not forget to keep fluffy blankets within arm’s reach.
Décor & Atmosphere
Decorative items in your at-home library should be personal to you, whether that is merchandise from your favourite novel or artwork inspired by literary scenes. Some reading enthusiasts have even started playing ambient sounds (like rainfall) and projecting landscapes inspired by the books they are reading.
Lighting
Lighting in a home library is key to both function and atmosphere. You will want task lighting for reading and ambient lighting to create a cosy vibe. Consider an overhead chandelier with warm bulbs, a standing lamp positioned beside your chair, or lantern-style lamps if you are going for a classic aesthetic.
Country inspired boot rooms
Boot rooms have become significantly more popular this year, especially those styled with an English countryside aesthetic. Not only do they add function, but they also turn a cluttered hallway into a space you will enjoy walking into.
Boot rooms are created using tongue and groove panelling, a simple and effective DIY, as the panels not only add character to the space but can also be customised with paint to suit the colour palette in the rest of your home.
Once the walls are decorated, turn your attention to making the space usable with reachable baskets for shoes, an umbrella stand, and a bench that you and guests can use.
As autumn approaches, we predict that interior trends will lean into comfort, character, and creativity. From rich colour palettes to the rise of cosy home libraries and practical yet aesthetic boot rooms, autumn trends will be all about making homes feel the cosiest and inviting they can be.
Feeling inspired? Start with the small changes and get ready to welcome the cosiest season of the year.
