Wilsonart | 2025’s hottest worktop trends
Steven Fisher, product lead at Wilsonart, reveals the worktop trends shaping style-led kitchens in 2025
Steven Fisher, product lead at Wilsonart, reveals the worktop trends shaping style-led kitchens in 2025
This year, design trends will continue to evolve with an emphasis on long-term sustainability and a return to natural aesthetics.
Homeowners are increasingly seeking personalised décor that prioritises both functionality and versatility, particularly for multifunctional spaces.
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The influence of global design movements and wellness-focused themes is shaping these preferences, with a focus on adaptable designs and calming, earthy tones that create more inviting and serene environments.
Embracing nature
In 2025, the drive for authenticity in design will see a shift towards replicating real materials, bringing the outdoors in.
Expect to see a rise in elegant wood grain designs and bolder granite-inspired prints, elevated by realistic silk and matte finishes that enhance tactile appeal.
As biophilic design continues to inspire, these materials are shifting towards warmer, more varied colour palettes that evoke the soothing qualities of nature.
Compact laminate surfaces fit this trend perfectly, offering the look of natural stone and wood with the added benefits of durability and easy maintenance.
Designing for wellness
Wellness-focused design trends are gaining traction, as consumers look to interior spaces that promote well-being.
Biophilic elements such as plants and natural light are increasingly incorporated to foster calm, positive atmospheres.
The demand for sustainable and aesthetically pleasing home interiors is on the rise, with earthy colour palettes helping to create warmer, more welcoming spaces.
Compact laminate surfaces, such as those found in Bushboard’s collections, offer antibacterial properties and are 100% waterproof and non-porous, promoting cleanliness and easy upkeep in wellness-focused spaces.

Bushboard compact laminate in Marmos Paros
Curating colourful spaces
2025 will also see the emergence of bolder colour palettes, with rich burgundy and dramatic darker tones making their mark in home design.
Burgundy, a key trend in soft furnishings and cabinetry, is set to inspire bold, cohesive designs that complement other elements of the space.
Laminate surfaces provide a versatile solution for incorporating these colours, offering a wide range of decors that help create a dynamic and harmonious space without sacrificing durability or functionality.
Bold designs
With the increased desire for natural stone-style worktops, bold and expressive marble veining patterns are gaining in popularity.
This trend aligns with a broader shift towards personalised and expressive décor, such as colour mixing, particularly among younger generations.
Social media has amplified the visibility of bold styles and, as millennials and Gen Z enter the housing market, they are showing an increased interest in unique, statement designs that move away from traditional minimalism.
The trend for colour mixing creates playful designs and is expected to influence various elements, including kitchen worktops, splashbacks, and furnishings.
Bold and stylish splashbacks allow homeowners to create striking contrasts by pairing quieter, more understated worktops with splashbacks that express individuality and creativity.
This non-matching aesthetic transforms the splashback into a focal point, making it a key design element in the kitchen.

Bushboard Modern Victoria Alloy Splashback
A world of simplicity
However, the minimalist style remains relevant for conservative customers who prefer simplicity and functionality.
Its clean lines and warm neutral colours create an uncluttered environment that offers versatility and timelessness, allowing for easy integration with other styles.
Key influences include the resurgence of Japonisme and artisan trends that reflect a Mediterranean feel.
The renewed interest in traditional Japanese aesthetics incorporates the sought-after earthy colour palettes and natural materials, blending modern design with historical influences.
The emphasis on simplicity and craftsmanship is also characterised in the artisan Mediterranean trend, which often uses handcrafted elements to create unique spaces that enhance the connection to nature and comfort.

Bushboard Omega worksurface in Natural Blocked Oak
Functionality and integration
In today’s fast-paced world, functionality is essential. With multigenerational living on the rise and remote work becoming a standard part of many lifestyles, consumers are seeking adaptable, multifunctional spaces.
This demand for flexibility is reflected in the growing integration of smart technology into homes, with features like wireless charging pads and smart outlets becoming increasingly common.
A variety of laminate kitchen surfaces are available that support this shift by offering seamless integration of technology into everyday spaces, ensuring that surfaces meet both practical and aesthetic needs.
These worktops are not only designed for easy installation and maintenance but are also waterproof and non-porous, making them durable and ideal for busy environments where spills and stains are inevitable.
Many have built-in antibacterial properties help slow the growth of up to 99% of bacteria, enhancing cleanliness and peace of mind.
Some product designs now feature anti-fingerprint technology, providing a velvety feel and deep matte finish.
This innovation makes surfaces more resistant to everyday wear and tear, while the ability to easily repair micro-scratches with a melamine sponge further extends their lifespan.
With these functional features, worktops provide the ultimate blend of style, durability, and ease of use in today’s multifunctional homes.
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Sintered stone manufacturer Neolith has launched Calacatta Roma and Cappadocia Sunset, inspired by nature and classical architecture, and for use in kitchens or bathrooms walls, floors, in gardens or facades.
They belong to The New Classtone and Fusioncollections which interpret marble and natural stone, respectively, and boast Neolith’s antibacterial NeolEAT technology.
Inspired by Ancient Rome, Calacatta Roma (pictured top) pays homage to Italian Carrara marble, with ochre and grey veins in a white background.
While the Cappadocia region, in central Turkey, with its rock formations formed by volcanoes and underground cities, has inspired Cappadocia Sunset (pictured below).

Just like all of Neolith’s surfaces, Calacatta Roma and Cappadocia Sunset are resistant to heat and atmospheric conditions, are 100% recyclable, and do not contain added quartz to their formulation.
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