Wild and wilder

Designers continue to be inspired by the great outdoors and there's a choice of interpretations this season – woodland, or the exotic jungle look.

“We’ve chosen a look, Enchanted Forest, which conjures both a dark and mysterious forest with deep green tones as well as a magical woodland with fanciful creatures,” says Julie Varma, senior design and buying director for George Home.

“Nature’s still ruling in interiors, ranging from botanical prints and countryside charm, through to more of a walk on the wild side, with leopard prints and a safari focus.” DECOR TIP: If a pastoral scene – quirky or otherwise – is too tame, prowl through a selection of wild animal designs and print wallpaper at House of Hackney. Their Wild Card Butterscotch (leopard print) wallpaper, £85 a roll, is striking (www. houseofhackney.com). Graham & Green’s rug range includes a Black and White Cow Skin Rug, £265 (www. grahamandgreen. co.uk). GET THE LOOK: George Home avoids cute and captures chic with its Enchanted Hybrid collection, including a Hybrid Animals Duvet Set, from £13, and Hybrid Fox Cushion, £8. It also has a be-suited Well Dressed Stag Ornament, £12 (www.direct. asda.com). There's a delightful botanical look to the Feathers Side Plate, £6, part of the Darwin dinnerware range at Marks & Spencer (www. marksandspencer.com). Join the critter club and embellish a cupboard or chest with Hare Doorknobs, £10 for set of four, by Sainsbury’s. (www. sainsburyshome.co.uk).