During our annual review, we selected the 10 most-read interior design articles of 2025 based on our statistics. These articles, ranked by reader views, indicate that our audience was particularly interested in these stories.

Our review of the 2025 list includes the fluid interiors of the Huaihai Road Shanghai retail store in Shanghai by Archstudio, the warm interiors of the Kuwait Embassy by Architectkidd, the restoration and renovation of the 16th-century historic Roman Palazzo into Hotel Romeo Roma in Italy by Zaha Hadid Architects, and a calm sanctuary for holistic well-being in Morelia, Mexico by FMA.

Below are the top 10 interior design news stories of 2025, ranked by the number of views:

Interiors of Songmont Huaihai Road Store in Shanghai by Archstudio. Image © Songmont 

Huaihai Road Shanghai, China, by Archstudio

The interiors of Songmont, a leader in immersive bag design, were created by the Chinese architecture firm Archstudio. The store, one of five designed for the brand, is situated on Shanghai's Huaihai Road.

The Songmont Huaihai Road store's interior design reflects Shanghai, China's natural beauty by imitating wind-sculpted canyons. The brand expertly blends practicality with classic beauty in each product, drawing influence from Eastern philosophy and the concepts of self-awareness.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 6,590 views. 

Read more about the Huaihai Road Shanghai.

The interior Of The Kuwait Embassy by Architectkidd. Image © Luke Yeung

Embassy of the State of Kuwait, Brunei, by Architectkidd

The interior of the State of Kuwait's Embassy in Brunei, Kuwait, was created by Bangkok-based architectural firm Architectkidd. The project, known as the Embassy of the State of Kuwait, is situated in Bandar Seri Begawan's Jalan Kebangsaan neighborhood.

Architectkidd and the Bruneian architectural firm Arkitek Rekajaya were selected by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs to design the interior spaces of the Embassy and Ambassador residences. Architectkidd emphasized the fact that they may go beyond overt cultural representations and direct symbols to reflect civic and public ideals in more abstract and useful ways.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 5,944 views. 

Read more about the Embassy of the State of Kuwait.

Hotel Romeo Roma in Italy by Zaha Hadid Architects. Image © Reception, photo by Chris Dalton, courtesy Romeo Collection

Hotel Romeo Roma, Italy, by Zaha Hadid Architects

The 16th-century old Roman Palazzo in Italy has been restored and renovated into the Hotel Romeo Roma by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA). Zaha Hadid's architectural style is referenced in the hotel's new interiors, which are inspired by Rome's multi-layered past.

ZHA was already forced to design this concept due to the uneven geometries of the palazzo; for instance, one vault may overlap another at an angle, resulting in moments of surprise and unanticipated effects. Like her Baroque ancestors who constructed heavens in the towers of their buildings, Hadid had a history of bending form to enchant architecture. However, functional purpose and dimensional constraints were not the only factors that influenced design. ZHA created a fitting bellezza for each room in a country that values beauty.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 4,473 views. 

Read more about the Hotel Romeo Roma.

Hābico, Morelia, Mexico, by FMA. Image © Cesar Belio

Hābico, Morelia, Mexico, by FMA.

Given the significance of health, Hābico turns into a location dedicated to both physical and mental well-being. This well planned space was intended to offer a refuge that combines mobility, tranquility, and usefulness.

Hābico is located in Morelia, Michoacán, on a street whose central median was transformed into a linear park by urban intervention, blending in with an environment that promotes community and well-being. The project was carefully planned from the beginning by the Mexican architecture and design firm FMA, and a graphic design agency worked closely with them to improve the concept.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 4,396 views. 

Read more about the Hābico, Morelia, Mexico.

An exhibition created and curated by AMO. Image © Marco Cappelletti, courtesy of AMO

From the Coastline, We Progress, World Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai, by AMO

The Qatar Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai debuted with an exhibition designed and produced by AMO, the OMA think tank. The pavilion was commissioned by Qatar's Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and its creative and content direction was managed by the Chairperson's Office of Qatar Museums' Qatar Blueprint, a think tank. 

The exhibition, From the Coastline, We Progress, explores the nation's identity as it is shaped by its coastlines and presents an experiential narrative where nature, culture, and economic transformation converge. Thanks to its well-managed ascent, Qatar has developed into the diplomatic and economic powerhouse it is today.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 4,254 views. 

Read more about the From the Coastline, We Progress exhibition.

Niko Neko 5.0 Cafe, Kuala Lumpur, by Spacemen Studio. Image © David Yeow Photography

Niko Neko 5.0 Cafe, Kuala Lumpur, by Spacemen Studio

The elaborate matcha preparation technique in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, served as the inspiration for the interior design of a cafe designed by Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur-based architecture firm Spacemen Studio. The 50-square-meter area, known as Niko Neko 5.0, features a striking ceiling installation of hand-dyed fabric. 

These flowing layers glide regularly overhead, capturing the exquisite swirl of whisked matcha and the smooth elegance of silk floating in the air. The fabric is painted in a variety of greens by artist Duniamotif, ranging from vibrant matcha tones to rich forest hues, with subtle gradients that shift like the shimmering light of an aurora.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 4,138 views. 

Read more about the Niko Neko 5.0 Cafe, Kuala Lumpur.

Loacker Galaxy, Heinfels, Austria, by MoDusArchitects. Image © Marco Cappelletti

Loacker Galaxy, Heinfels, Austria, by MoDusArchitects

Loacker commissioned MoDusArchitects to completely renovate its flagship store in Heinfels, Austria, in honor of the 100th anniversary of its famous hazelnut wafer. This area is more than simply a store; it is the center of the brand and a hub for both the business and its customers. It draws a sizable number of tourists from all over the world, particularly in the summer when over 3,500 people visit every day.

MoDusArchitects' intervention includes the ground-floor café and store, the pastry shop directly above the café, and the unfinished design of a new service pavilion with an adjacent outdoor dining area.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 3,840 views. 

Read more about the Loacker Galaxy, Heinfels. 

Maple Bear Schools Czechia, Brno and Olomouc, by SOA architekti. Image © Studio Flusser

Maple Bear Schools Czechia, Brno and Olomouc, by SOA architekti

The Maple Bear Schools Czechia in Brno and Olomouc was completed with vibrant features and whimsical designs by the Czech architectural firm SOA architekti. The first two founders of the world's largest network of bilingual schools in Canada were Maple Bear Kindergarten Olomouc and Maple Bear Elementary School Brno.

The interior design was inspired by Maple Bear Schools' unique approach to student-centered learning in a stimulating environment that encourages a love of lifelong learning. The firm was able to create a distinctive design that both captures the spirit of these institutions and meets the exacting requirements of the global brand with the assistance of the Czech representative office.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 3,768 views. 

Read more about the Maple Bear Schools Czechia, Brno and Olomouc.

Fractal Chapel in Graz, Austria, by INNOCAD architecture. Image © Paul Ott

Fractal Chapel in Graz, Austria, by INNOCAD architecture

With its project Fractal Chapel in Graz, Austria, the Graz-based studio INNOCAD Architecture won the World Interior of the Year 2025 prize at the INSIDE Festival, a sister event of the World Architecture Festival (WAF).

The Fractal Chapel, a peaceful sanctuary for patients, staff, and visitors of a public hospital in Graz, is housed in the Protestant Church. Based on modern research in environmental psychology and neurology, the design uses fractal patterns and biophilic elements to create a calm, emotionally charged space. When combined, these elements promote health, reduce stress, and foster calm in the demanding medical environment.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 3,490 views. 

Read more about the Fractal Chapel in Graz, Austria.

Design Shenzhen 2025 event. Image is courtesy of Design Shenzhen

The 2025 Design Shenzhen, Asia’s leading consumer technology and interior design event

The final entry on our list of the most-read events is the 2025 Design Shenzhen event. The third edition of Design Shenzhen, Asia's premier consumer technology and interior design event, took place from September 18–21, 2025. Design Shenzhen aimed to foster deep engagement with the city's dynamic design community in order to create a historic event that unites the combined strength of Shenzhen's numerous design brands.

Design Shenzhen aspired to be a global platform that connects design resources, promotes in-depth industry exchange, and aided in defining the future of design worldwide, rather than merely a display for designers. The World Architecture Community was the official media partner of Design Shenzhen 2025.

At the time of this writing, the story received over 3,379 views. 

Read more about the 2025 Design Shenzhen event. 

Top image in the article: Interiors of Songmont Huaihai Road Store in Shanghai by Archstudio. Image © Songmont.

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