The Future of Flooring: Trends, Innovations, and Expert Insights

Everything you experience starts with the eyes, including first impressions. Thus, everything we see at eye level is ours for the taking, or so we think. The truth is, even if we don’t realize it, our brains are processing more of the scenery than what we focus on. It isn’t just the horizon in the distance that is beautiful, it's the clouds above and the greenery below sandwiching it that create a stunning picture. This is an important scientific fact to remember when it comes to home decor because it reminds us that flooring has the power to make or break your impression of a room. 

We’re floor furnishing experts by trade, so when we think of floors, we immediately think about carpets. Even so, we recognize that there is more to flooring than we think - a simple choice of tile colour and pattern can serve as the blueprint for your home decor colour scheme, defining your aesthetic. When it comes to your carpet choices, these too have the power to provide a finishing touch for your home decor, or a starting point from which all other decor choices bloom. 

 

With the turn of a new year come new trends and innovations in technology that steer the world of home decor into new avenues. At Obeetee, we focus on creating timeless designs, and classic styles that preserve the rich culture and tradition of Indian handcraft. This doesn’t mean we operate in isolation from global trends, we make sure we keep our eye on the pulse of culture and find a balance between what is fashionable and what fits in with our design story. Since 2025 is a step into the future, we asked our experts for some insights into trends and innovations that are likely to dominate the carpet industry this year. Read on to learn more: 

 

Expert Insights: 2025

1. Monotone: Black and White

Monotone colour schemes are going to dominate the landscape this year, specifically in black and white. We believe that consumers will be more interested in design narratives that are stripped back, and extract depth of expression from limited design elements. This preference will also increase interest in shape, texture, and fabric, as consumers will seek tactile features that add energy to a monochromatic canvas. For reference, here’s our Oreo Hand Tufted Rug in black and white, which draws on the features of circular and square patterns to highlight the contrast between the two tones. 

 

2. Checks, Grids, and Waves

Following on from the first trend, contemporary designs in carpets are likely to lean into simple, modern geometric patterns that pair well with monochromatic or dual-toned colour schemes. Prepare to see more checkered grids and waves flowing across the surface of carpets in 2025, adding structure and a splash of colours to the canvas. Our monochromatic Brushwave Hand-Tufted Rug, for instance, draws on shades of powder blue to create wave highlights on a blue backdrop. Note that these patterns may not be limited to contemporary designs or mono/dual-toned colour schemes. Take a look at our Persian-inspired Cheeckbr Hand-Knotted Rug, a perfect example of how traditional design elements like motif borders, can be re-imagined to create a transitional, multi-coloured, checker design.  

 

3. Round Carpets

This trend might be a surprise to some of our readers, but we’re positive that 2025 will see an increase in consumer demand for round carpets over square carpets. Some of our readers might be wondering why they should pick a round carpet over conventional square carpets. Here’s why: round carpets are very versatile, as they create a sense of space around them, a focal point in a room, and provide balance to angularity in decor. If you’re eager to create a cosy nook in your spaces, for activities like reading, or if you’re looking to try a new approach to your living area, we recommend checking out our collection of Round Carpets online to find a good fit for your needs. 

 

To follow up on our decor trends for 2025, or to find home furnishing and furniture for a refresh, do visit us online at obeetee.in. For more, find us in person at our flagship stores located pan-India.