Good joinery doesn’t need to make a fuss. It’s there, quietly influencing the space, but you’d notice the second it wasn’t.
A reception desk that sets the tone when you walk in or shelving that just works without you thinking about it. It all adds up to create a bigger picture.
Here at Intertech Contracts, our joiners have been busy fitting out offices, shops, hotels and schools. And over the last year, there have been a few changes. People want spaces that feel warmer, smarter and more personal. Less “off the shelf” and more bespoke.
Here’s what’s standing out in 2025.
These days, one of the first things people ask about is where the materials came from. Commercial joiners are getting more requests for reclaimed oak and timber that’s been sourced the right way.
Yes, it lowers the environmental impact, but people don’t consider how much character it can add, too. The grain patterns, the knots and the little imperfections you don’t get with brand-new boards give a space personality.
Our commercial joiners in Hull have been using repurposed timber in more and more projects, especially in hospitality and retail spaces. Add in brass edging or soft lighting, and suddenly it’s got more of a story to tell.
Plain white walls are still around, but they’re no longer the default. Fluted panels, slatted dividers and geometric shapes are becoming the go-to for businesses that want depth, personality and texture.
In offices, we often see it behind the reception desk, which is the part every owner, employee and visitor notices first. In restaurants and bars, it’s just as much about atmosphere as it is about looks, helping with acoustics while adding warmth.
We’ve fitted everything from deep, dark oak to airy, pale panels, and the effect is instant.
With more technology being integrated into the workspace, more joinery is being employed to smartly conceal it.
Meeting tables with wireless charging built in
Shelving with lighting tucked away so you see the glow but not the fittings
Retail displays that light up without a single visible cable
We work this out early with the electricians and AV teams. That way, there’s no mess of wires later, just a clean, tidy finish that still does everything you need it to.
Minimalism can look great, but if you don’t have storage, it’s a lovely-looking headache. Offices can’t have printers taking over desks, and shops can’t have stock spilling into customer areas.
Some of the cleverer storage we’ve seen recently includes:
Handleless cupboards that blend into the wall
Hidden compartments in shelving
Cupboards for bulky kit
Wall storage that frees up the floor
It’s not only about tidiness; it makes day-to-day work easier.
That all-grey trend that’s been everywhere? It’s on the way out. Warm-toned woods like oak and walnut are stepping in and changing the mood completely.
They’re softer, more inviting, and they actually improve with age. Instead of looking worn, they pick up a patina that makes them feel lived-in. In a hospitality setting, this can be a real asset.
Our commercial joiners have been combining these woods with textured fabrics and lighting that’s easy on the eye. The result is a space that people want to spend time in.
Sometimes it only takes one piece of joinery to define the whole room. It could be a curved reception desk or a bar front with a brass inlay. Any statement piece is going to immediately draw the eye.
None of these are “one size fits all”. Every curve, every joint, every finish is planned for that one space. And more often than not, it’s the detail people remember about your business.
Wood will always be the backbone of joinery, but mixing it with other materials completely changes the feel. For example, walnut with brushed brass, oak with matte black steel or timber shelves inset with stone.
It’s also a simple way to link the joinery to the rest of the fit-out, matching it to the floor, picking up brand colours or tying in with the lighting.
A good commercial interior should feel comfortable to be in. Joinery can help with that. Ergonomic desks make long days easier, acoustic panels soften noise, and natural materials make a space feel calmer.
More businesses are cottoning on to the fact that when staff feel comfortable, they get more done. And when customers feel relaxed, they’re more likely to stay.
Trends are one thing, but joinery so good it outlasts them is another. Working with professional joiners means you’ve got a team that understands what’s best for your business.
At Intertech Contracts, joinery is part of the bigger picture. Because we handle full fit-outs, we can make sure every piece works with the rest of the project with no clashes and no delays.
Whether you need a full refit or one custom build, our commercial joiners in Hull will make sure it’s done properly and built to last.
The joinery trends shaping 2025 all share one thing. Style that works just as hard as it looks.
If you’ve got a fit-out or refurb on the horizon, our team of joiners in Hull can help make it happen. Get in touch with Intertech Contracts today.