Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's use of brick is a designer-approved alternative to a feature wall – its sensorial design is trending for 2025

When asked to describe Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's open-plan living room, modernity is likely to come to mind. The sleek, black-and-white space is a trove of smooth, contemporary design aesthetics – with one exception: their exposed brick wall.

While the question as to whether an exposed brick is still on trend has divided some designers over recent years, the introduction of this textured piece in Bublé's makes a case that's hard to dispute. The feature stands as a tactile alternative to the traditional accent wall – designed to keep the look alive for more than the year ahead.

'Exposed brickwork can make a strong design statement its texture and tactile appeal create great focal points especially if the other walls in the space have a contrasting smooth finish,' comments designer Shanade McAllister-Fisher. 'It has a naturally warm feel and so is perfectly placed in a bedroom or living space where you want to create a cozy environment.' But why is it trending? According to experts, we can owe its sucsess to its tactile, organic nature that can serve as a respite in a modern, digital world.

In its latest design trends report, wall-covering experts Wallsauce predict that in 2025, the interior trends will focus on our hunt for human connection within a technology-driven world and deliver an organic style with a futuristic look. Installing an exposed brick wall, such as Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's, is a powerful starting point.

'In a bid to reconnect, sensorial design will be at the forefront. A sensory experience sets us grounded. So, we can expect to implement various fabrics, such as wool and linen, within our interiors to create a tactile environment. Textured walls and ceilings will also be seen in homes,' comments Amy Stansfield from the brand.

We admit, in all its beauty, an exposed brick wall is not so simple to install, but there are some ways to get the look without having to contend with a whole room renovation. 'A cost-effective way of fulfilling this trend is introducing faux texture murals. Brick, stone, marble, and concrete effects are becoming popular,' she says.

Brick walls aside, we love Michael Bublé and Luisana Lopilato's 'deconstructed gallery wall,' as seen in front of the feature in the post above. The best part? Getting the look is even simpler. To begin, we've handpicked these pieces below. With this trend, it really is impossible to go wrong.