At Salone del Mobile 2025, one thing was clear: the 1970s are back—but not in a nostalgic way. Instead, designers reimagined the decade’s aesthetics through a contemporary lens, blending bold expression with human-centered design. From sensuous curves to tactile materials and daring palettes, the ’70s revival is less about retro and more about emotion, comfort, and play.
Color Gets Bold, Again
The earthy warmth of the 1970s palette made a stylish return: think mustard, terracotta, caramel, and rust. But there was a twist—designers paired these tones with unexpected accents like deep teal, clay pink, and burgundy. The result was a richer, more layered color story that felt both retro and refreshingly new. These hues don’t shout—they ground, comfort, and energize in equal measure.
Touch Matters: Gloss & Texture
Materials stole the show. Glossy surfaces in deep greens and oxblood reds added elegance and drama, while tactile fabrics—velvet, bouclé, suede—invited you to reach out and feel. Pieces were designed not just to be seen, but experienced. This sensory layering brought depth and intimacy to interiors, elevating even the simplest furniture into something you want to live with.Touch Matters: Gloss &
Why the ’70s Now?
This resurgence is more than just a trend cycle. It speaks to our collective craving for:
Comfort in uncertain times—both physical and emotional
Sustainability, through timeless forms and durable materials
Self-expression, where interiors reflect identity, not just style
Rounded forms soothe. Earthy palettes ground. And textured layers reconnect us with the physical world in an increasingly digital one.
