Simple, pared back design that celebrates textures does not need to be austere. In this living room textiles and warm colour combinations bring character without hiding the foundation materials. Wall painted in Resene Rice Cake, floor in Resene Colorwood Breathe Easy, stool in Resene Colorwood Bask.
(Project by Vanessa Nouwens, image by Bryce Carleton) The idea of getting back to nature and enjoying a simpler life has been at the heart of design trends in recent times. Trends like Scandi, Cottagecore or Coastal Grandma, celebrate a more authentic style that connects us to nature and focuses more on experiences than ‘things’. While that trend is still with us, it is also evolving; going deeper to pay attention to raw materials, imperfections that showcase the life something has had and the component parts that make up the looks we love.
In our own homes we are embracing this idea by reaching for materials like rope, stone and weathered wood, using textiles like felt, wool, linen and distressed leather and choosing finishes that celebrate wear and tear rather than covering it up. The overall effect of the trend is rooms that feel loved and lived in, with an inherent warmth whether you are a sworn minimalist or a proud maximalist. Trying it out at home Textured finishes such as this wall in Resene Salted Caramel with Resene FX Paint Effects Medium mixed with Resene Athena, are right on-trend and are a great way to experiment with bolder wall colours.
Floor, vase and plinth l.
