What fashion weeks tell us about the next interior design trends

Although fashion and interiors seem to exist in very different bubbles, it’s social behaviour, the economic climate, and pop culture that drives trends. This means that whether you’re buying a new coat or upgrading your sofa, your choice will be a snapshot in time, guided by the pressures and tastes of that exact moment. It also means that we can look to the various fashion … Continue reading What fashion weeks tell us about the next interior design trends

A whole bunch of Gingham tiles

It all started when I was doing research for one of my Interior Inspo posts. I saw some gingham tiles. Then I saw some more. I squirrelled them away in my ’tile matching’ folder, hoping to be able to use them one day if I ever found a third gingham tile to complete my collection. Not only did I find that missing piece, I found … Continue reading A whole bunch of Gingham tiles

Six fabric inspired tile designs

Combining the familiar patterns and soft surfaces of fabric with the solid permanence of tile makes for many a marvellous design. Companies have created all sorts of fabric-inspired collections taking inspiration from craft, heritage, and texture, and here are six to show how unusual the end result can be. 1) Quilt from Studio Irvine Designed by Marialaura Rossiello, Quilt references the patchwork nature of quilting, … Continue reading Six fabric inspired tile designs