7 New Decorating Books Reshaping the Industry in 2025

What if everything you knew about home decor was wrong? Sarah Laming challenges the minimalist orthodoxy with Relaxed Maximalism, inviting you to embrace color, pattern, and personality in your space without chaos. Drawing from her deep experience in interior styling, she breaks down how to mix textures and vintage pieces to curate a harmonious maximalist home. You’ll learn practical ways to balance boldness with cohesion, making your home a sanctuary that reflects your soul. This book is ideal if you want to escape sterile minimalism but avoid overwhelming clutter.

Darren Vader brings over thirty years of hands-on experience in outdoor Christmas lighting to this guide, making it a rare deep dive into the art of festive decoration. You’ll find detailed explanations on electrical safety, lighting types, and installation techniques—from roof lights to tree wraps—rooted in real-world challenges Vader has faced. It’s especially useful if you want to take control of your holiday displays, learn to estimate materials accurately, or even consider hiring pros with an informed perspective. The chapters on decorating themes and the glossary of industry terms add practical depth that helps turn beginners into confident holiday decorators.

This tailored decorating book explores the fresh and dynamic breakthroughs shaping home styling in 2025, focusing on the latest discoveries and trends transforming the industry. It examines innovative decorating techniques and emerging design insights that keep you ahead in this evolving field. The content is carefully matched to your background and interests, addressing your specific goals while emphasizing how new ideas interact with personal style and space. By focusing on your unique preferences, this personalized guide reveals how to integrate novel concepts into your decorating projects, enriching your creative journey with up-to-date knowledge and inspiration.

What started as KariAnne Wood's desire to simplify holiday decorating has resulted in a lively collection of over 60 quick projects that anyone can tackle in just ten minutes. You’ll learn how to transform everyday items like cookie cutters and mini-houses into festive decor, craft unique tree toppers and skirts, and create personalized gift wrap that adds charm before the presents are even opened. This book speaks directly to those who feel pressed for time or lack crafting confidence, offering approachable methods to bring cozy Christmas spirit into your home. If you want straightforward, manageable ideas to brighten your holidays without fuss, this collection delivers exactly that.

Unlike most decorating books that focus narrowly on technique, Claire Bingham’s "Home for Christmas" invites you to immerse yourself in the cultural and stylistic variety of holiday décor worldwide. Drawing on her extensive experience as an interior design journalist and photographer, Bingham explores everything from minimalist Scandinavian hygge to opulent, glittering traditional setups, offering you a vivid palette of ideas to ignite your creativity. Through beautifully photographed home stories, you learn to balance trends with tradition, sustainability with glamour, and personal expression with festive spirit. This book suits anyone looking to refresh their holiday environment with thoughtful, inspiring touches rather than just following standard décor formulas.

During the recent resurgence of bohemian interior styles, Linda I Ellis discovered the lasting appeal and meditative qualities of macrame, which inspired her to write this hands-on guide. You’ll learn essential knotting techniques, pattern creation, and how to craft a variety of home decor pieces—from wall hangings to plant holders—that combine beauty with functionality. The book invites you to explore macrame as both a creative outlet and a calming practice, offering detailed tutorials accessible for beginners and enriching enough for experienced crafters. If you want to refresh your living spaces with personalized, tactile art, this book shows you how to bring your decorative vision to life through fiber artistry.

This tailored book explores the evolving landscape of home decorating by focusing on the latest trends and discoveries shaping 2025 and beyond. It examines emerging styles, innovative materials, and cutting-edge design concepts, all carefully matched to your interests and goals. By delivering a personalized journey through the newest developments, the book reveals how to anticipate and implement future-focused decorating insights. You gain a clear understanding of what’s on the horizon for interior style, enabling you to create a living space that stays fresh and relevant. This tailored approach ensures your learning experience aligns with your background and specific decorating aspirations.

Drawing from her straightforward approach, Ms Shelley A Green tackles the common struggle of seasonal and holiday decorating overwhelm with practical simplicity. You’ll find clear guidance on how to refresh your space throughout the year using flowers, colors, and budget-friendly tips that don’t complicate the process. Chapters dedicated to each season and various holidays offer inspiration without inundating you, making it easier to transition your décor smoothly. If you’ve ever hesitated because decorating felt like a chore or a costly endeavor, this guide shows you how to embrace the joy and colors of each season with confidence and creativity.

When Myquillyn Smith noticed how many decorating guides overlook the personal side of making a house a home, she crafted this book to fill that gap. You’ll discover 100 straightforward truths that help you understand why your spaces feel the way they do and how to make decisions that feel both brave and rewarding. For example, she encourages you to use what you already have and to celebrate small wins that add up to meaningful change. This approach suits anyone wanting to create a space that reflects their unique taste without overspending or second-guessing every choice.