Discover our interior designers top picks and design advice for a cosy home this Autumn

As the leaves change colour and a gentle chill fills the air, Autumn invites us to transform our living spaces into warm and inviting sanctuaries. In this blog post, we explore cosy and contemporary furniture, lighting and accessories from some of our esteemed manufacturers as well as interior design tips from our team of design experts and obsessives!

Small Subtleties

Walter Knoll’s Muud Sofa here demonstrates that you don’t need to make dramatic changes to embrace new season decor.

Earthy toned scatter cushions and a lit fire will immediately create an inviting atmosphere. Sometimes small, subtle adjustments are all that is required to change the feeling of a room.

Featured Product: Muud, Walter Knoll

Designs we Adore

We love the newest cushion collection from Poltrona Frau for Autumn styling. Buttery soft leathers and playful geometric patterns are the defining characteristics of the Ikeperu collection. The burnt orange palette works perfectly this time of year as it mimics nature’s seasonal shift.

Featured Product: Ikepuru, Poltrona Frau

An Irresistible Lounge Chair

There is nothing that says cosy quite like your favourite armchair!

During the colder months an armchair beckons you like an old friend – a place to curl up in with a good book or a binge worthy series. Whether you prefer the squashy or the supportive, finding an armchair that works for you is important and comfort should always be key.

Designs we Adore

A recent release from Danish manufacturer, GUBI, the V11 lounge chair is one of those designs that yearns to be sat on or slumped on. We love the beautiful angular details such as the pyramid shaped legs and accompanying arm cushions. A terrific example of combining craftsmanship and comfort! Available in an extensive range of upholstery options, V11 will slot into your home with ease.

Featured Product: V11, GUBI

The Collar Lounge Chair is another favourite of ours. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, it features a distinctive collar detail around the backrest, adding a touch of elegance to its minimalist aesthetic. A chair that offers a perfect balance of support and relaxation.

Featured Product: Collar, Bensen

Bolete Bio is one of Patricia Urquiola’s latest masterpieces. Featured here in a very on theme, Autumnal shade, this gorgeous lounge chair is highly sustainable as well as being superbly comfortable. The soft organic curves give the chair a unique personality. A joy to look at and a joy to sit on!

Featured Product: Bolete Bio, Andreu World

Of course, it doesn’t just need to be an armchair – sofas are equally as enticing and will also contribute towards your home’s cosy aesthetic this Autumn.

A top pick of Interior Designer Joanne, is the Archibald sofa in this beautifully textured boucle. With it’s insulating properties, boucle is a popular choice for the colder months, and when applied in a paler tone, as featured below, it can also do wonders for your home all year round.

Featured Product: Archibald, Poltrona Frau

Equally lovely is Fritz Hansen’s Lisssoni sofa. Designed by the renowned architect and designer Piero Lissoni, this sofa features a minimalist silhouette with a focus on simplicity, making it versatile and timeless. Not only does Lissoni provide a comfortable and inviting place to relax but also serves as a statement piece that elevates the aesthetic of any living space.

Featured Product: Lissoni, Fritz Hansen

Textures Are Your Key To Cosy

Incorporating a variety of textures, such as soft rugs, sheer curtains and other tactile fabrics, engages the senses and adds depth to a space.

Consider the inviting embrace of a cashmere blanket or the comfort of a shaggy rug underfoot. These textural elements not only elevate the comfort level but also contribute to a visually rich and layered aesthetic. Mixing materials like linen, wool and leather can create a tactile environment that promotes a sense of cosiness. By thoughtfully integrating textures, your home transforms into a snug retreat, providing a comforting haven from the outside world.

Designs we Adore

A current favourite for Interior Designer Wouter is the latest Paper Shadows collection from De Le Cuona.  The diverse collection, which consists of a selection of forty-eight fabrics with varying weights, transparencies and tones, can be used for furniture upholstery, curtains, cushions, throws – the list goes on.

Featured Product: Paper Shadows, De Le Cuona

A quick and easy way to instil instant cosiness is of course through the use of rugs. This highly textured hand-tufted rug is from Swedish manufacturer, Kasthall. The high pile of Moss creates a wonderful warmth and adds character to the space. Moss is available in 11 delectable colours.

Featured Product: Moss, Kasthall

Layering Lighting

Layering lighting in interior design is a nuanced approach that involves the combination of different lighting sources to create a well-balanced and visually appealing atmosphere.

The technique typically incorporates three main layers: ambient, task, and accent lighting. Ambient lighting provides the overall illumination for a space, ensuring a comfortable and functional environment. Task lighting is focused on specific areas where activities like reading or cooking take place, offering targeted brightness. Lastly, accent lighting adds depth and highlights architectural or decorative elements, contributing to the overall aesthetic.

By blending all three layers, you can create a harmonious balance of functionality and aesthetics. Furthermore, the technique allows you to enhance the mood of a room (i.e cosy!) as and when you choose.

Here are some of our current lighting favourites for creating a cosy space.

Designs we Adore

Konoha is one of Marset’s latest designs. This beautiful wall light allows the user to choose between direct and functional lighting or ambient soft lighting thanks to the clever spotlight that can rotate 360 degrees.

Featured Product: Konoha, Marset

Gema – yet to be officially released – is the newest edition to Zeitraum’s lighting collection. Handmade in Portugal, the family of lamps have been designed to pay tribute to the natural properties of clay. The beautifully shaped lampshade made of Engobe ceramic comes in three earthy tones of pale rose, sand, and coal. Spotted at 3daysofdesign, our team are obsessed with how tactile they are.

Featured Product: Gema, Zeitraum

The Marset Fragile table light is a captivating piece that elevates any space with its delicate design and warm ambiance. This new and enchanting table light is aptly named with it’s balancing glass geometric shapes. We love the translucent shade that gently diffuses the light, creating a soft and inviting glow.

Featured Product: Fragile, Marset

Need Design Assistance?

We hope you have enjoyed reading about our cosy home tips and top picks. If you have any questions about any of the designs or need any interior design assistance, our team of interior designers would love to hear from you.

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