As Pinterest recently launched its 2025 trends, Interiors expert, Lena Gierasinska at Barker and Stonehouse, shares that Castlecore is this season’s hottest aesthetic for the home, with searches for the trend surging by almost 1000% in the past three months.
Looking into search volumes, Castlecore and Fisherman’s Aesthetic are the trends that homeowners can’t get enough of, and here, Lena shares the key features of Castlecore, and how it can impact your home environment, explaining it encourages “encouraging relaxation, intimacy, and positivity.”
What is the Castlecore trend?
This aesthetic embraces deep, moody hues like rich browns, deep blues, and forest greens, enhanced by dim lighting for a warm, atmospheric feel. Natural materials are key—linen and cotton add authenticity, while silk and velvet introduce a regal touch. Materials like iron, wood, and stone are also key design features, creating a space that feels both luxurious and timeless. By combining lavish textures with old-world charm, the Castlecore trend transforms modern homes into enchanting, castle-like retreats.
– Lena Gierasinska, Head of Product and Displays, Barker and Stonehouse
Why we love it so much
The modern revival of Castlecore reflects a deep-seated desire for escapism and nostalgia, especially in an era defined by digital overload and fast-paced living. This aesthetic offers a sense of permanence and tradition, helping to create homes that feel soulful, storied, and rooted in history.
Nostalgia plays a key role in Castlecore’s appeal, often idealising elements we feel are missing from contemporary life—such as a connection to nature, leisure, and craftsmanship. More than just sentimentality, nostalgia has a psychological impact, evoking feelings of happiness, comfort, and optimism, making spaces feel both meaningful and inviting.
Castlecore interiors also embody a sense of luxury and timelessness. Older homes and historical design elements have lasted centuries, symbolising quality, resilience, and prestige. As the cost of living rises, many are also prioritising their homes as sanctuaries, seeking interiors that feel grand, cozy, and opulent—an everyday escape where they enjoy spending most of their time.
– Lena Gierasinska, Head of Product and Displays, Barker and Stonehouse
How Castlecore features impact our home environment
The Castlecore trend is characterised by deep moody hues, dim lighting, natural materials and luxurious fabrics, encouraging relaxation, intimacy, and positivity.
By incorporating these elements into your home, you can create a haven where you can escape from the stresses of everyday life and simply enjoy the peace and quiet.
– Lena Gierasinska, Head of Product and Displays, Barker and Stonehouse
What is Castlecore?
Take a look at the Barker and Stonehouse website and you can instantly see Castlecore everywhere… but how do we define the look and feel? Lena shares the insights behind the look and feel:
- Deep, moody hues like rich browns, deep blues, and forest greens evoke a sense of luxury, sophistication, and grounding. These colours create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. They can also make a space feel more intimate and personal.
- Dim lighting can create a sense of calm and tranquillity. Dim lighting is particularly beneficial in spaces where you want to relax and unwind, such as a bedroom or living room.
- Linen, cotton, silk, and velvet add a touch of luxury and comfort to any space. These materials are also breathable and soft to the touch, which can help to create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere.
- Natural materials like wood and stone add a sense of warmth and character to a space. They can also help to create a connection to nature, which can have a positive impact on our mood.
