Interior Designers Weigh In On 'Confusing' White House Holiday Decor
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“That choice isn’t holiday symbolism; it’s political theater," one expert said.
This week, the White House unveiled its 2025 holiday decor. With the theme “Home Is Where The Heart Is,” the design features rooms filled with ample greenery and a variety of motifs ― all presented through a moody walkthrough video that has already sparked strong reactions.
At a time when the White House has been physically transformed and its public access dramatically reduced, the holiday decorations feel like a symbolic battleground.
To better understand the aesthetic choices and general messaging, HuffPost asked interior designers to weigh in.
A Clear Departure From Previous Years
“My first impression was that it felt very different than previous Trump administration years,” said lighting and furniture designer Sara Parker. “In past years we have gotten very theatrical, statement installations, and this year felt more nostalgic, sentimental and whimsical than what we have previously seen.”
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