Which emerging design trends should creative teams be watching in 2025?

To find out, researchers at Depositphotos analyzed search queries on its platform over the past year and the artistic choices being made by its client base. They also interviewed industry experts.

An infographic (below) covers key findings from the research.

Specifically, it looks at seven major design trends that were identified by the researchers: the new contemporary, clutter core, getting sentimental, AI-fueled art, crafted harmony, embracing the dark, and look from above.