Gently flowing outlines, earthy colours and tactile surfaces are bringing a sense of wellbeing to our homes. Discover the trend for organic interiors.
It’s scientific fact that including natural elements in our homes improves our moods, behaviour and emotions. And in seeking ways to foster a sense of wellbeing, calm and comfort, there’s a clear move in favour of organic interior design, using the shapes, colours, patterns and textures of nature. What better way to help us de-stress, turn off and relax? Blend indoors and out, taking a break from high-intensity, digital culture in favour of creating a tranquil retreat from today’s hectic world.
Curvy and irregular shapes
Instead of harsh lines and strict geometry, this inviting look emphasises soft curves, gentle contours and rounded shapes. Think of rolling hills, ripples in sand or the outline of a leaf: unpredictable, irregular, asymmetric, with a free-flowing sense of movement.
Soft, earthy colours
Imperfect shapes are complemented by subtle colours, from sea green to sky blue and earthy brown, against a backdrop of off-white, cream, stone, beige and grey, with accents of black and metallic – whether brass, bronze, pewter or gold. Laid back, certainly, but also interesting and up to date.
Rustic textures and natural materials
Made from materials such as wood, leather, stone, linen and sisal, organic pieces are always inviting to touch. Rough or smooth, ridged or nubbled, grained or velvety – even with a pared-down colour palette, this intriguing variety of surfaces creates interest in any room.
The appeal of the hand made
It could be a hand-blown glass vase, a cast bronze drawer pull or a live-edge oak table – there’s unique personality inherent in high-quality, artisanal pieces that utilise natural materials and organic forms. Functional, durable and often highly sustainable, these furnishings add aesthetic appeal and will stand the test of time.
Designing a sense of wellbeing
Key elements of biophilic design are plenty of light and fresh air, as well as direct connections with nature in order to evoke positive feelings at home. Look for flooring, furniture and light fittings with curvy outlines, and pieces which show off natural textures and colours. Add an array of house plants and consider including details such as organic cabinet pulls, door knobs and light switches to complete the effect.
Courtyard’s organic collections
You’ll find examples of organic style throughout Courtyard’s collections, notably in pieces by Henry Blake Hardware, Pap Deco and Rocky Mountain Hardware. Henry Blake’s Darwin collection, for example, is a characterful variety of pull handles, door lever handles and cabinet knobs inspired by themes from nature, including driftwood, sand dunes, oyster shells and waves, and utilising sand casting for delightful surface imperfections. Pap Deco’s sophisticated and timeless furniture handles are inspired by the beauty of nature and the undersea world, with bugs and butterflies, clouds and coral, sea creatures and stones created by specialist craftsmen. And Rocky Mountain’s luxury door hardware, cabinet knobs and pull handles, individually cast from art-grade molten bronze, have one-of-a-kind character and a hand-applied patina that grows richer and more lustrous over time.