Lighting in natural materials to bring a positive vibe to interiors.
“We still do not know one thousandth of one percent of what nature has revealed to us.”
Albert Einstein
We are on the war path arming readers with the inspiration to banish the blandness of homogenous home interiors. We’ve started the ‘optimists revolution’; our very own campaign to bring bright happy home inspiration to the nation.
Last month we championed bright colour pops but appreciate that not all of us are the same; personalities and colour can divide opinions. Many prefer a quiet simplicity within our homes so this month we bring natural elements to the fore. Rather than rage against bland this month, we ever so calmly reclaim our halcyon homes. To live as we want to live, in calm, informal and happy homes filled with humanity.
If you adore relaxed informal environments spending time with family and friends, or the joy of tranquil alone time, this naturally optimistic look is sure to inspire you. The basis of the look is objects and materials created and crafted, made by people; touched by humans.
Refocus and balance your home, bringing that happy relaxed informality that uncomplicates your thoughts, retriggering a sense of optimism that everyday stresses try to cheat you of.
Changing how you live and the space you live within, can have a huge impact on your mood.
Businesses that centre around hospitality spend a fortune on interiors, with an aim to bestow that emotive connection between the brand and you. It’s strange that often we identify with the coffee shop down the road that makes us feel at home, yet often at home, our style can fail to resonate as much.
Our homes are our haven so create your own sense of you, whichever room you dwell in; be that a casual dining room, carefree kitchen, or calming bedroom that cajoles you to have lazy Sunday mornings to restore your soul. Living room styles that match your lifestyle are easy to create. All you need do is plain and simple, by just adding little light touches.
Fresh bright natural elements include furnishings, basket weaves, cotton rich linens and all-important light. The palest of woods, rattan, ceramics and enameled objects blend effortlessly to create a backdrop for artisanal story telling. This is where only restricted objects that relate to your sense of style are chosen but ensuring that they are handmade, or unique in some way.
Brightness comes from light fittings, versatile lamps and punctuated pendants lights. Don’t settle for dull, but instead, lift with interesting materials. Introduce lighting that is hand crafted. Some of our favoured looks utilise wooden elements or metal and rattan weaves.
The interesting surface details, natural textures, open shelves and ceramics. The look works in every room of the home, which is great news as once you embrace this look in one space within your home, you’ll want to continue the feeling of natural optimism.
You cannot beat the natural style; it’s not a fad or fashion, it’s a lifestyle change that puts people at the heart of the home. This look has longevity, a timeless charm that Nordic nations have understood and lived for lifetimes. The Danes are reputed to be the happiest people; could it be they live the lifestyle we call naturally optimistic?