Get the Look: Sunlit Sanctuary

In this look, texture takes priority, paying homage to the rustic plaster-coated walls of this stunning home. As our Co-Founder and Creative Director Sue Jones says, “layered textures work for every season”, and in the summer particularly, rattan, linen and wood offer up a tactile twist. That rings true for every space, from the living room and the bedroom to the garden, which should be considered an extension of the home. It’s always worth softening the more solid woven and carved materials with cushions and throws for a result that appeals to all of our needs: style, comfort and practicality.

Next in line is pattern: a contemporary colour palette of neutral creams, mustards and navy is attractive when paired with pops of pattern, from the stripe of a flatwoven rug to the diamond-embroidery of a cushion and the check-inlay of a bone box. Our collection of string lampshades is one way in which you can apply switchable colour and pattern without having to commit to large murals or painted furniture.

Whether you are decorating a house full to the brim with character or a box-style room offering up an empty canvas, looking to furniture with interesting form will either reflect the features of the space or lend some new ones. Take our Magnante Console Table for example, with its zig-zagged legs that cleverly reflect the intriguing architecture of the building, set below the staircase above. Similarly, the curve of our Large Balabac Chest of Drawers imitates the arch of the large windows, and the cube-style bobbin-inspired Bobina Mirror draws attention to the grid-style of the lead framing the panels of glass.

In the garden, our latest collection of all-weather furniture and accessories is on hand to see you through the summer in style and comfort. Winding down comes easy with sociable seating, showerproof accessories and soft candlelight to take you from sunrise to sunset. 

Whether you’re entertaining or solo sunbathing, you’ll be able to spend the season al fresco. Matching items, such as our Shorwell and Swanmore Ranges, can really help to tie a scheme together, and outdoor cushions will bring that much-needed softness that elevate the garden to a level that matches the luxury of the interior.