December is here, so it’s the perfect time to slow down, grab a cup of tea and look back at the year. The close of 2025 marks another year where The Dormy House has had the privilege of helping you turn your house into a truly personal home. For more than 40 years, our belief has been simple in that the most beautiful rooms are bespoke - shaped by you and crafted by us.
As we look back on the past twelve months, we don't just see a collection of products; we see thousands of smart decisions, a deep appreciation for pieces that feel good and last a long time, all with British-made design. The story of 2025 is not about fast fashion or fleeting trends; it's about investing in pieces that whisper elegance rather than shout novelty.
Our focus has been on comfort, great quality materials and, most importantly, the little details that make a room a real escape. If you've been pondering your next home project, this detailed look back is designed to be your guide and your inspiration.
So, what story did The Dormy House tell in your home in 2025? And, more importantly, where will this powerful passion for custom design take you in 2026?
The Triumph of Texture and Intention
Your decisions this year were highly deliberate. The fabrics you chose weren't just beautiful, as ultimately, they were destined for specific pieces. The Ripley spoonback chair with skirt, the Bubble headboard with piping and the Portland nine-drawer filing cabinet all took centre stage, revealing precisely which areas of your home received the most love and attention. If you found yourself nodding along, you’re already perfectly aligned with the year's top trends.
The Psychology of Fabric and Enduring Quality
The fabrics you chose in 2025 for your home project show a desire for a cosy haven and timeless style. It proves that texture is the new colour.
The ever-reliable Amalfi 07 linen became the upholstered essential, and our signature Amalfi collection proved to be your absolute favourite. The subtle, linen-rich texture and versatile colour palette resonated deeply. Shades like the ever-popular 'heather' (your top-requested fabric), along with the cool classic 'denim' and the grounding neutral 'shingle' dominated orders.
The durability and beautifully soft handle of Amalfi make it the ultimate choice for pieces that are lived in daily. This fabric was the foundation for our most popular upholstered essentials in the welcoming Bruton bench that took simple bays into reading nooks, the large, practical Somersby deep buttoned ottoman used for storage and resting tired feet and our classic, super comfy deep-seated Oliver’s Evesham Armchair.
Did you choose 'heather' for your new reading chair? Then you made an excellent choice. This texture is perfect for furniture that lasts, it still feels luxurious and stands up to the demands of family life.
The Power of Patterned Accents
When you chose patterns, you kept it calm. The soft look of 'Trellis 05 - pale pink' and the gentle Dedalo linen 04 - mustard were popular for personal spaces. These softly patterned linens are perfect for injecting character without overwhelming the room.
They were often selected for custom headboards, turning a simple divan into a grand statement piece or chosen for beautiful Dressing Table Stools. If you've been dreaming of a boutique bedroom, you're not alone. Our customers are proving that these small fabric choices transform the everyday into the exquisite.
The Evolving Colour Conversation
While texture ruled, specific colours defined the year’s aesthetic with the traditional, heritage feel of 'Trellis 04 - antique blue' and the fresh, subtle green of 'Amalfi 03 - eau de nil', which proved essential. These colours offer a balanced look, providing a contemporary lift while remaining steeped in classic British design. They act as solid anchors in living spaces, often chosen for items like Sofa Cushions or smaller Occasional Chairs.
You paid attention to the little things! With Handles, Knobs and Hardware you showed that the attention to the smallest detail is non-negotiable. Items like the classic 'Iron cup handle,' the simple yet elegant 'Small wooden knobs - plain' and our robust 'Draught excluder with handle' were hugely popular.
Did you refresh a beloved dresser this year? Then you know the power of quality hardware. This trend shows a twin focus on refreshment and completion. Many of you were busy giving existing The Dormy House pieces a contemporary update, while others were using these quality items to complete a brand-new Modular Cupboard or Larder unit.
As we look at, the popularity of a subtle 'heather' or the clean lines of an 'Iron cup handle', we don't just see a fabulous year; we see our own passion for craftsmanship reflected in your unique choices.
The Dedication in Our Hampshire Workshop
For us, every order is personal, representing a piece of your home's future. It symbolises hours of dedication in our Hampshire workshops, where skilled hands, rather than mass production lines, cut, stitch and bring your furniture to life. We pour our expertise into every seam and every brushstroke because we know we are creating the backdrop to your family life. It’s the chair where bedtime stories are read, the dresser where heirlooms are stored, the modular unit that brings calm to the chaos of a busy hallway.
This is why the huge volume of fabric samples you ordered this year fills us with such excitement. It signifies that our customers, like us, believe that the perfect home project is built on thought and care, not quick compromise. It confirms that the long-lasting quality of 'Made in Britain' still matters.
If 2025 was the year you perfected the upholstered pieces and refined the hardware details, what comes next? We believe 2026 is the year you finally execute the major structural and custom storage projects you’ve been thoughtfully planning, moving your vision from the mood board to reality.
The Story of the Next Chapter
Does that sound familiar? Is there a carefully considered swatch currently tucked away on your mood board or pinned above your desk? The past year's commitment to samples tells us you’ve done the essential planning. With the groundwork complete, 2026 is the moment to stop dreaming and start building the perfect bespoke structure around those chosen materials.
The Dormy House ethos is about choice, in offering beautiful, bespoke elements that you can tailor to every last millimetre of your home. Let 2026 be the year you turn those tried-and-tested fabric ideas into the perfect foundation pieces for your next project.
Use the momentum of your successful fabric choices to tackle the trickier, structural areas of the home. Have you been struggling with clutter in your living room or a disorganised hallway? Now is the time to design the ultimate custom-built Modular Bookcase or a fully integrated Hall & Boot Room unit. Choose a classic paint colour that complements your top-selling fabrics like Amalfi 'heather' and then finalise it with your favourite cup handles to ensure the storage is as beautiful as your soft furnishings.
The momentum is built, the colours are chosen and the bespoke plan is in place. As the New Year dawns, we invite you to move beyond the swatch and embrace the full custom journey, transforming those proven ideas into beautifully crafted, British-made furniture that will be cherished for decades to come.
Your Personal Design Consultation Awaits
We understand that turning a favourite fabric swatch into a custom Modular Bookcase or a fully upholstered Window Seat can feel like a big step. That’s precisely what we are here for.
Our greatest joy is simplifying the bespoke process. We believe every customer deserves to feel confident in their design decisions. Whether you need advice on measuring a difficult space, choosing a complementary paint colour or selecting the hardest-wearing linen for a family area, our experienced team is ready to listen, advise and guide you through every stage, from initial concept to final installation. Forget the stress of finding the perfect piece; let our dedication to quality help you create it.
We invite you to reach out to The Dormy House team early in the New Year. Bring us your swatches, measurements and your visions and let's build your perfect 2026 home together.
