Comfort and durability top Australia's 2025 furniture trends

New research has identified key furniture and home décor trends in Australia for 2025, indicating a shift towards timeless, practical pieces and a move away from certain previously popular styles.

The analysis conducted by IconByDesign, using over 100,000 furniture-related search terms combined with internal sales data, highlights the most sought-after items currently shaping Australian homes.

Queen bed frames have emerged as the most popular furniture item nationwide, recording an average of 60,500 monthly searches. King bed frames and double bed frames also remain significant, with continued interest in spacious and adaptable sleeping arrangements.

Round coffee tables top the list of living room trends, receiving 22,200 monthly searches. Three-seater sofas follow with 14,800 searches, suggesting that Australians favour comfortable, flexible seating options that work well in modern living spaces. There is also growing demand for jute rugs, which deliver earthy textures and appeal in line with the rising preference for sustainable materials.

"The data highlights a clear trend towards timeless, versatile pieces that combine both comfort and style. Consumers are increasingly looking for pieces that not only suit their design aesthetics but are also practical and durable. The rise in demand for queen and king bed frames, for example, reflects more young adults moving out of their parents home for the first time and purchasing new furniture, while the popularity of round coffee tables aligns with the ongoing trend of creating more inviting and flexible living spaces," Nicki Light, Head of Brand and Merchandising at IconByDesign, commented.

The analysis also signals a decline in certain styles. Searches for velvet accent chairs have fallen by 47% year-on-year (YoY), now at just 320 monthly searches. Rattan items such as coffee tables, side tables, and armchairs have similarly decreased in popularity by up to 45% YoY. This downturn reflects a preference for more durable, low-maintenance materials in living spaces.

In the dining area, marble dining tables are experiencing strong demand, recording 9,900 average monthly searches. Rattan dining chairs continue to attract interest, and 8-seater dining tables remain favoured for large, social gatherings at home.

By contrast, searches for glass dining tables have decreased by 34%, now standing at 4,400 monthly. Bouclé benches have also diminished in popularity by 45%, indicating a shift towards designs prioritising function over opulent upholstery in dining spaces.

Concerning bedrooms, the preference for queen bed frames continues to dominate, with king-size and double bed frames also establishing strong positions. Amid the general trend towards more minimal, durable pieces, rattan bed frames are down 34%, while leather king beds and four-poster queen beds have both experienced a 46% decrease in searches.

Home office environments reflect the growing move towards flexible work. The most searched-for item is the small desk, with 9,900 monthly searches. There is continued demand for oak and walnut desks, and for compact computer desks offering practical working solutions. However, there has been a 38% YoY drop in searches for both rattan desks and velvet office chairs, while glass desks are also down by 38%. Gaming desks with a large footprint have fallen from favour by 33%.

Australian outdoor furniture preferences are also evolving. Teak outdoor sofas are maintaining steady interest with 1,900 monthly searches. Wicker furniture continues to be considered a reliable choice. Rope outdoor and patio chairs have dropped by 33% in searches, indicating reduced interest in the bohemian aesthetic in favour of more robust and modern options. Searches for leather chaise lounges are down 19%, and resin outdoor chairs are also falling out of favour, as consumers opt for long-lasting materials that withstand varied weather conditions.

Demographic and regional data from IconByDesign reveal that 66% of website visits and 62% of purchases come from women, who also spend significantly more than men on home interiors. The largest age group visiting the site is 25–34-year-olds, while those aged 45–54 are the highest spenders, contributing the most to total revenue.

Sydney is the leading city in both consumer interest and furniture investment, accounting for 39% of total revenue. Melbourne follows with 26%, and Brisbane comprises 13%.