Traditional style: when old meets new
Even among all the latest trends, traditional interior design holds true to its timeless quality, blending elements of formal design with more casual elements. Harmony, comfort, and order are at the core of this design trend that draws inspiration from European decorative styles of the 18th and 19th centuries. The fusion of these two eras creates a warm and elegant environment. When it comes to building a timeless space, balancing new and old is key. Now is the time to display those well-worn heirlooms and antique quirky finds you’ve collected over the years, and turn your house into a home.
What Makes a Traditional Room?
Leather sofas: a classic foundation
Leather sofas are a staple of traditional interiors, bringing warmth, character and a sense of heritage to living spaces. Rich tones such as tan, chestnut and deep brown work beautifully within classic colour palettes, pairing effortlessly with wooden furniture in finishes like walnut, cherry, mahogany and oak. The natural texture of leather adds depth and sophistication while remaining durable for everyday living, making it an ideal centrepiece for a traditional living room that balances comfort with timeless style.
Remington Leather Sofa in Vintage Brown
Furniture placement: symmetrical
The traditional style of design involves pairing accessories and furnishings together to create symmetry around a central focus point, and the key to your design scheme is to create perfect pairings. When two similar items are displayed together, they create the illusion of balance and attract attention to focal points.
Uplifting underfoot
Rugs are more popular than ever because they are stylish and harmonise well with their surroundings. Besides the rich colours and patterns of traditional rugs, the surrounding décor and furnishings benefit from their presence as well. Traditional rugs are a wise investment, as they can blend perfectly into traditionally styled rooms and can also add an interesting touch to a modern space.
Shedding light on traditional style
Chandeliers are a great way to enhance the appearance of a traditionally styled setting while adding an air of luxury. The right fitting can transform even the simplest of rooms into works of art, but if selected incorrectly, they might dominate the space. The piece should be the focal point of the room and complement both its surroundings and furniture. If the chandelier is too large or has a large drop, it will overwhelm a room, but if it is too small, it will look out of place.
Clark Chandelier in Antique Gold
