This autumn's interior trends: Wendy has lined them up for you. You may know Wendy from Beeldsteil, an interiors blog. She is part of our enthusiastic team and keeps you up to date on the very latest trends.
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70s Brown
The comeback of the seventies can be seen everywhere. Typical of this trend are straight lines combined with round shapes, the use of natural materials and earth tones. Nature is clearly a big source of inspiration here. The base is mainly light, complemented by various shades of brown. Brown has definitely left its dusty image behind and is a perfect alternative to black and anthracite. Thanks to its warm undertone, the association with a sense of luxury is quickly made. Combine brown with brass accessories to strengthen this effect even more.
This interior trend suits materials with a handcrafted finish, dark woods, soft leather, wool, velvet, pure linen and chalk paint. The structure and texture of the materials play an important role and add more depth and variety to the understated colour palette. Want to create a bit more tension? Then use lots of light tones with dark details for extra contrast. This is a lovely interior trend for autumn and winter. The use of muted colours, pure materials and sturdy but strokeable fabrics creates a cosy, sheltered atmosphere.
Brands and shops that fit this style: HK Living, House Doctor, H&M Home, Ferm Living, Made, String Furniture.
Source: String Furniture
Mid-Century Design Classic
A real design classic shouldn't be missing from your home. It instantly gives your interior character and a pleasant atmosphere. A Mid-Century design is of very high quality and handcrafted. You are guaranteed a unique piece in your home rather than a mass-produced product. That immediately makes it a very sustainable choice. A Mid-Century design is at least 40 years old and emerged from a design movement in the world of interiors, architecture and product design. Typical of these designs is the strong combination of timelessness, quality and functionality.
Many well-known designers from this period come from Scandinavia, but there are also well-known Dutch names. Think of names such as Cees Braakman, Gerrit Rietveld and Friso Kramer. Original items can still be found in good vintage shops. In addition, many designs have been put back into production. Characteristic materials are glass, stainless steel and dark, rich woods such as walnut and wenge. Beautiful in combination with mustard yellow, olive green, petrol blue and shades of grey and brown. Do you appreciate handmade things and love character and imperfection? Then choose a vintage item for your home. That way you're guaranteed an elegant and personal look.
Brands and shops that suit this interior style: Pastoe, Gispen, Artifort, Spectrum, Vaen, Bebop, Neef Louis, Whoppah.
Source: vtwonen
Green
Our interiors are unthinkable without plants these days. Nature as a creative styling object is a fixed part of this look, suiting every interior style and every home. The boundaries between indoors and outdoors are blurring more and more, and there are ever more ways to bring natural greenery into your home. Think of an open bookcase filled with plants as a room divider, a hanging garden in your bathroom, one big eye-catcher in your living room or, instead, a collection of small plants grouped together. From small to large, there is always room for plants and always an atmospheric choice.
Plants and the colour green both have a positive and relaxing effect. Besides plants, walls, furniture and accessories in green also strengthen the feeling of calm. Green is also a good and friendly alternative to black and dark grey, while combining well with them at the same time. It gives a room a classic and luxurious look. There are lots of beautiful home accessories in various shades of green. Think of a green marble side table, dark green velvet cushions or a botanical print.
Brands and shops that suit this interior style: Wonderwoud, Steck Utrecht, Farrow and Ball, Vitra.
Source: vtwonen
Art exhibition
Art is more accessible than ever and doesn't just consist of paintings or sculptures. Everyday objects also play a role in this trend. Think of special souvenirs, heirlooms and charity-shop finds. It's precisely treasured objects with a story that give your interior personality. There are no rules, and old and new go together effortlessly: a special vase, beautiful ceramics, design and an antique piece with history. Decorative items are chosen more carefully and combined with each other.
Ceramics play a big role here, in both accessories and small furniture. Because of the material and production process, no two items are exactly the same. The combination of clean lines with handcrafted details makes for unique pieces. Create your own exhibition and collect your favourite items. Play with different shapes and heights in various colours. Or keep it calm with a monochrome colour scheme and add contrast by varying materials and textures.
Brands and shops that suit this trend well: Ferm Living, Serax, Pols Potten, Iittala, Papercollective, 101CPH, Whoppah, Ixxy.
Source: Scandinavian Living
Smart Home
Our digital lives play a bigger role than ever before and working from home has become an everyday reality. This interior trend responds well to that and combines functionality and technology with aesthetics. Think, for example, of lamps and window coverings you can control via an app or remote, and smart furniture with a wireless charging system for tablets and phones. The dividing line between leisure and work is blurring more and more. Living rooms and kitchens have now become multifunctional spaces for relaxing, working and learning.
And all those activities are best done in a beautiful, relaxed interior. Ikea and Sonos respond well to this with the Symfonisk collection. With a wifi speaker and picture frame in one, you're guaranteed fantastic sound and a stylish item for the wall or standing on the floor. There are various interchangeable panels to suit every interior style. A beautiful and compact solution to relax, cook or work to.
Source: Ikea
Colour!
Do you like a bit of spice and colour? Then this is your interior trend. In recent years we mainly saw lots of muted and greyed colours. Bright, striking colours, however, are well and truly back. Fresh primary colours are used in both accessories and furniture. No subtle details: dare to use different colour combinations. A light base lets bright colours such as yellow, green and blue really come into their own. This creates a striking and playful contrast. Colour doesn't just make you happy; with painted walls you can also make a room look bigger or, conversely, more intimate. The finishes and materials vary from matt to glossy, which strengthens the effect. Mix and match your favourite colours for a unique interior.
Brands and shops that suit this style well: Vitra, Raawii, Hay, Fest Amsterdam.
Source: Eigen Huis & Interieur
Greige
A new colour palette called ‘neo-neutral’ consists of neutral, light earthy colours with just a little extra tint. Beige-grey, or greige, is a subtle blend reminiscent of the colour of weathered wood. It's a beige colour with a strong grey undertone. That makes it a good base colour. We increasingly see greige and neo-neutrals replacing a white and grey base, or being combined with it.
Like white and grey, neo-neutrals come in many shades, from a natural linen variant to the cooler greige. What makes greige such a good base colour? It's just a little warmer and gives larger rooms in particular an instantly friendly and inviting look. Its calm appearance makes it very suitable for bedrooms and studies. Greige combines well with all colours: from powdery pastels and earth tones to striking, bright colours. This neutral colour also goes perfectly with the natural green of plants. In short, a versatile colour!
Brands and shops that fit this interior trend: H&M Home, Farrow and Ball, Bolia, Ferm Living.
Source: String Furniture
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