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2025 Year in Review: Designer Desktops

Before we jump into a new year of fresh designs, we’re taking a moment to look back at the past twelve months of Designer Desktops – one of our longest-running columns, and one that continues to surprise us with its creativity and range. Month after month, artists and designers filled our screens with color, storytelling, and distinct style through free downloadable wallpapers. Catch up on any you missed, or rediscover a favorite from 2025!

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2025 Year in Review: Designer Desktops

January 2025 by Designtex + Sophie Smallhorn \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract pastel mosaic featuring soft, overlapping tiles in shades of blue, green, purple, and beige, with a subtle logo in the bottom right corner

February 2025 by Jill Malek \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract geometric shapes in pink, green, beige, and red with curved white lines on a dark blue background. Two small white logos are at the bottom right

March 2025 by Lois O’Hara \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract geometric illustration with overlapping circles, rectangles, and triangles in muted green, brown, orange, blue, and gray tones

April 2025 by Leigh Bagley \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract artwork featuring a mostly white central figure surrounded by dense, multicolored horizontal lines on both sides and a small house icon in the upper right corner

May 2025 by Jeres \\\ DOWNLOAD

A graphic illustration of nine stylized eyes with blue irises surrounding a red mouth with white spots on a black background

June 2025 by Sara Portieri \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract illustration featuring intertwined tubular shapes overlaid on large, stylized flowers in muted pastel colors

July 2025 by Rich Tu \\\ DOWNLOAD

A person stands on a large, abstract, colorful surface with smooth curves and gradients under a dark background

August 2025 by Valentin Pavageau \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract geometric pattern with overlapping diagonal lines in vibrant shades of blue, orange, red, yellow, and pink, creating a dynamic gradient effect

September 2025 by Vratislav Pecka \\\ DOWNLOAD

A soft, blurry gradient background with pastel colors including green, orange, purple, and pink blending together

October 2025 by Jason Ting \\\ DOWNLOAD

Abstract digital illustration of colorful, surreal flowers with swirling, ribbon-like stems on a gray background. A quote by Audrey Hepburn appears in the top left corner

November 2025 by Launorma \\\ DOWNLOAD

A repeating geometric pattern of pink and orange circles with white and green abstract shapes on a dark green background

December 2025 by Amanda Jane Jones \\\ DOWNLOAD

Check out the rest of Design Milk’s end of the year coverage here!

As the Senior Contributing Editor, Vy Yang is obsessed with discovering ways to live well + with intention through design. She's probably sharing what she finds over on Instagram stories. You can also find her at vytranyang.com.

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