Going Natural
More than ever, people are keen on how furniture and decor are made, and how design impacts the environment. Little surprise then that renewed focus on Biophilic Design is a major movement that is here to stay.
From woven natural materials like jute, sisal, and rattan to organic textures, such as driftwood, cowhide, and polished stone, designers and their clients are more frequently seeking out natural materials in interior design… and for very worthwhile reasons.
Below, some ideas on different types of natural materials and how they can bring texture, as well as an organic touch to spaces.
What are Natural Materials?
Natural materials are organic materials found in nature and coming from different environments around the world. Some commonly found in homes include brick, stone, glass, tiles, wood, cork, bamboo, natural fibers, etc.
The organic and natural materials trend started decades ago, and has been gaining popularity in recent years, in part due to indoor confinement brought about by the pandemic. More people craving nature (and its health benefits) equals more of nature being brought indoors in the form of natural material home furnishings.
What Design Styles Use Natural Materials?
Natural materials are used across many styles in a variety of different ways. But here are a few styles where natural materials are more common:
- Boho & Eclectic: These ‘earthier’ styles sometimes also have a ‘tropical’ vibe, but they’re always grounded by lots of natural materials, ranging from raw woods and rattan to woven wall hangings and chunky wool rugs.
- Coastal: Natural materials and nature motifs are common in this beachy style. After all, where else would you find driftwood if not the coastal style home. These spaces are rooted in wood and woven elements, including bleached wood, lots of rattan, and cane… as well as jute and seagrass for rugs. Expect to also find sprinklings of seashells and coral throughout.
- Farmhouse & Modern Farmhouse: Natural and unfinished wood is also a hallmark of the rustic-style rooms found in Farmhouse Interiors. It’s a large part of what gives these spaces their signature barn vibe.
- Mid-Century Modern: While Mid-Century Modern is often associated with modernity, natural wood is a central, and common material used in Mid-Century furniture. Known to highlight the beauty of natural wood grain, Mid-Century often showcases warm stains or light finishes.
Health Improving and Mood Enhancing Properties of Natural Materials
There’s no secret formula to interiors that inspire positivity and lift our moods, but long held, and confirmed studies showing that being in nature provides positive health and mood benefits to human beings have led us at Rose Quartz as well as other Interior Design Professionals to embrace those similar benefits can be realized within indoor environments surrounded by natural materials.
At Rose Quartz Interiors, we know that natural materials alone can improve our moods, and depending on how they’re used in a space, can also evoke a wide range of feelings… from calming and relaxed, to inspired and motivated.
We would love to work with you and create the space that supports you and your goals. Contact us today and let’s get started.