Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2022 i The English Home

There is always a hubbub of excitement at The English Home when the new season looks land on our desks, and this autumn is no exception. As our homes continue to play a hugely important role in supporting our new-found lifestyles, designs feel uplifting and mood-enhancing. Palettes range from the softest powdery sorbet tones that soothe (but are by no means dull) to vibrant, eclectic patterns that invigorate (but never overwhelm). Motifs draw upon all manner of inspiration from the natural world to geometry. Learn how homes can be refreshed with new fabrics and wallpapers or existing schemes can be added to with new furniture or accessories on page 72. On a practical level, we have consulted leading interiors experts on creating successful multifunctional spaces to accommodate our evolving, modern…

INSIDER INNOVATION As the oldest American wallpaper brand – established in 1886 – Thibaut has managed to stay at the forefront of decor for so long because of its constantly evolving innovation and design, establishing itself a reputation for inspiring colour palettes, fresh interpretations of classic designs and exclusive artwork created by an in-house design team. Today, the brand presents a complete interior design range, with its diverse offering covering everything from fabrics and furniture to wallcoverings and trims. And this autumn sees the launch of the Veneto Luxe Italian Woven collection, and Passage, a new line of the label’s clever patterned performance fabrics. thibautdesign.com WISH LIST Doyenne of interior design Nina Campbell knows a thing or two about pattern and print, as demonstrated so beautifully in her new collaboration…

Softly pretty Pinks remain a favourite throughout the latest designs. Try pairing the gentlest blush or plaster pinks with a pale grey-blue for an alluring combination for a bedroom. This pretty palette lends itself to equally romantic, feminine patterns – scrolling designs and organic botanicals work well. No harsh lines, save perhaps for a stripe to add definition. Keep all choices light and powder-soft – some touches of putty or very softly clay colours will add some depth and bring out earthier tones in the pink hues. Button-back details, tactile fringing and soft wools help to enhance the gentle, relaxed mood. Deeply natural Nature is a constant source of inspiration – both for colour and pattern. Take this look to a natural state in deep, rich chocolate browns and dark…

A significant element in a room’s decorating scheme, soft flooring should, of course, be practical, particularly in high-traffic areas of the home. However, that need not mean it cannot fulfil other priorities. With options ever increasing, while style and colour will often be the first consideration, factors such as materials, performance, sustainability and a desire to support traditional industries and unique collaborations might feature, too. Carpets and rugs are a significant investment, so choose with as much care as any wallcoverings or window treatments and ensure they will keep their looks as time goes by. Natural assets The appeal of natural floor covering made from plant fibres is easy to see. Undyed, its warm tones and pleasing texture complements other interior finishes such as wood, stone and wool. Stylistically versatile,…

Where do you live? I live in East Sussex, in a 16th-century house that’s been in my husband’s family for a couple of generations. I have spent a lot of time developing the gardens, which are framed by quintessentially Sussex flint walls. We often have friends staying with us who are going to Glyndebourne or Charleston, both of which are nearby. How would you describe your taste in interiors? I am a buyaholic, so I tend towards simple background design that I then add to with unusual objects, antiques and art. I keep up to date with contemporary design – as a result my house is layered, with colours added all the time. Have any of your hotel projects provided inspiration for how you live at home, or vice versa?…

From classic built-in storage to innovative use of understairs spaces, bespoke furniture solutions are the most effective way of creating a truly dual-use or multi-purpose room. Whether it is a sitting-room-and-home-office hybrid, a playroom-library which also moonlights as a sitting room, or an unusual open-plan bedroom and bathroom, there are a host of creative ways in which custom furniture enables a scheme to work twice as hard. Family living SALVESEN GRAHAM MARY GRAHAM AND NICOLE SALVESEN, CO-FOUNDERS “This living space-cum-games room occupies the basement of a family home. We chose a warm yellow for the overall palette to make the generous space feel warm, bright, cosy and not at all like it’s below ground. The sofa was made bespoke to accommodate a family of five, plus their friends. The benefit…

HOLDING ATTENTION Combining form and function, Croft’s new handle collection takes inspiration from racing car features that are used to achieve optimal aerodynamic performance. The pieces are made from 100 per cent brass and bronze and are hand-finished with a stylish aesthetic to draw the eye. Racing Series Brooklands door handle in Arc Rose, from £190; Racing Series Brooklands cabinet handle, from £55, Croft FRUITFUL COLLECTION To make the most of this time of year, heighten the enjoyment of seasonal dishes such as freshly made blackberry and apple crumble with matching tableware. Alternatively, create a kitchen display of decorative plates and jugs that celebrate autumn’s bounty.Harvest Fruits and Vegetable Garden range, from £14, Emma Bridgewater SOFT AT HEART Timely for supporting British Wool Week (3–10 October), the Hembury chair is…

In recognition of the emotional wellbeing the great outdoors and a connection to the environment provides us, Little Greene has created Forest, a curated collection of its many green paint shades and leafy wallpapers. A versatile colour choice that is calming yet interesting, green hues blur the line between indoors and out. Here, a handsome kitchen utilises a soft green that takes on an intriguing depth in shadowy corners. The nature connection is heightened with touches of rattan, bamboo, wooden countertops and earthy red-brown cabinetry. Walls in Windmill Lane, cabinetry in Arras, both £52 for 2.5l Absolute Matt Emulsion, Little Greene…

A special supper focusing on seasonal treats is a way to celebrate the beginning of autumn, with the tablescape creating an uplifting connection to nature’s changing colours. From twinkling lights to autumnal motifs and hanging decorations, eye-catching seasonal decor can be used every year to instill an atmospheric mood. Autumnal Oak Leaf garland, £39.99; Mercury Gold Light Up Pumpkin decoration, £29.99; Mercury Antique Gold LED squash, £39.99; TruGlow Remote Control LED taper candles, £29.99; TruGlow LED pillar candle trio, £26.99, all Lights4fun…

The songbirds have returned to singing with full throttle, and their melodies fill the air from dawn to dusk. As we fold crease by crease into the mellowness of autumn, the days are still warm and the light is golden and waning. It is the sort of light saved only for seasonal shifts. The full fruition of this growing season has come; fruit, flowers and seeds – they are all here, and it feels nothing short of lavish. The field is full of flowers still, some coming, some going, in every stage of growth and death. Shafts cut precisely through the trees at dawn, lighting up the foliage of the Amaranthus, huge now, towering over the rest of the plot, and the light is making them gleam; ‘Hot Biscuits’, a…