Are you thinking of renovating your home in 2025? This year’s home design trends offer a glimpse at the materials, shapes, and styles that will be shaping the home improvement market this year. From calming natural materials to interior spaces that embrace the outdoors, wellness, and comfort are prioritized as the primary influencers of residential spaces and beyond. Year after year, opening glass doors offers the ideal complementing design solution that enhances residential design trends with sleek aesthetics and the indoor-outdoor experience. Below, we explore seven exciting design trends defining residential homes and architecture in the coming months.
7 Inspiring Residential Trends with Opening Glass Doors
1. Wood-Infused Architectural Warmth
Natural wood elements are taking over design trends by storm, highly sought after for their elegant aesthetics and timeless appeal. Whether it be eye-catching accent walls, expansive flooring, or furniture with natural wood finishes, this versatile material can be applied to various design elements—including opening glass doors. NanaWall wood framed systems like the NW Aluminum 540 and NW Clad 740 feature quadruple, cross-grained laminated wood for added strength and durability. Plus, the wood is sustainably harvested and built on solid premium single-species wood frames that are not veneered over inferior wood.
2. Flexible Folding Glass Windows
Blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors, folding glass windows promote bright, airy interiors while maximizing natural views and functionality. In kitchens, for example, these systems create convenient pass-through windows that facilitate entertaining and transform ordinary counter space into inviting open-air bars. These versatile windows also elevate home offices, bedrooms, bathrooms, and other living areas like ADUs. With a plethora of design-forward features like ease of operation and advanced weather performance, it’s no surprise that these systems will make an impact on home design trends this year!
3. Rounded Architectural Elements and Shapes
It’s time for curves, waves, and arches to shine. This 2025, home design trends are embracing soft, flowing forms that add elegance and fluidity to interior spaces. From arched doorways to curved sofas, these rounded features offer a fun way to play with interior design and furniture. Looking to make an even bigger statement? NanaWall segmented-curve opening glass doors offer a balance of architectural flair and functional openings without compromising ease of operation or minimal sightlines. These innovative, individual panel sliding systems glide on a single track into convenient specified stacking bays, closed, they deliver an eye-catching façade that is sure to spark conversation.
4. Soaring, Double-Height Ceilings in Entries and Living Rooms
Open, airy spaces remain a staple of contemporary home design, with double-height ceilings making a bold impression in entryways and living areas. These dramatic architectural features not only create a sense of grandeur but also flood interiors with natural light and stunning landscape views. The effect is transformative when paired with floor-to-ceiling, minimally-framed opening glass doors. Capable of reaching heights as tall as 15 feet for triple-glazed and 14 feet for double-glazes, cero® minimal sliding glass walls achieve a double-height ceiling effect with a single system. All while maximizing natural light and the indoor-outdoor connection.
5. Industrial Modern Touches
Industrial modern elements will continue to influence home design trends this year as homeowners opt for sleek sophistication and contemporary appeal. Think exposed beams, black steel accents, concrete elements, and expansive fenestration to emphasize simplicity and openness. NanaWall opening glass doors seamlessly complement this trend with sleek aluminum frames and the award-winning Slimline Steel Effect systems. These systems replicate the aesthetic of traditional steel windows but with greater weather and thermal performance. In addition, simulated divided lites can be specified in patterns of your choice for added appeal. All while enhancing the clean lines and forms associated with industrial-modern architecture.
6. Sound Buffering Solutions for Acoustic Separation
As modern homes prioritize comfort and function, soundproofing has become a key focus in emerging home design trends. Whether it’s a busy cityscape, a noisy backyard, or open interiors that require acoustic separation, homeowners are seeking sound control solutions more enthusiastically. NanaWall acoustical opening glass doors are ideal for interior applications where sound control is of concern. Capable of reaching up to unit STC 45, these systems promote tranquil, noise-free residential spaces for working, lounging, or simply enjoying time with family. In addition, their minimal design ensures separation without compromising transparency or aesthetics. It’s a win-win!
7. European Inspired Tilt Turn Windows
Dating back to the early 1900s and highly embraced by European architecture, tilt turn windows are making a comeback in residential design due to their coveted dual opening functionality. The first function features the opening at the top, in a tilted position, that allows for a softer ventilation flow and enhanced protection from the elements during inclement weather. The second function is achieved by a turn of the same handle that allows the entire window to open inwardly. This dual versatility makes tilt turn windows ideal for any residential space, offering ventilation, security, and ease of use in one sleek design. With NanaWall, the window frames align with the frames of our folding door systems for a clean, consistent fenestration line.
Final Thoughts
Which 2025 design trends will you apply to your next home improvement project? Whether it’s the warm textures of wood, the sleek functionality of tilt turn windows, or bold architectural statements like curved opening glass doors, NanaWall systems offer a flexible design solution to complement any residential design style or trend. These systems deliver design-forward elements that transform residential spaces with customizable, flexible openings that blur the lines between indoors and outdoors. All without compromising ease of operation, advanced weather performance, and panoramic views of the outdoors.
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