FALLING FOR AUTUMN

As we turn our attention indoors, this season makes us rediscover the beauty of being at home

Aslight drop in temperature and shorter days can mean only one thing – autumn is here! Apart from signalling a switch-up in the wardrobe department, these changes also prompt a start in prepping your home for the new season.

COLOUR

Traditional autumn colours dictate that orange be front and centre during the season, and this year is no different – burnt and dusty oranges take pride of place among the earthy browns, olive and sage greens, with warm, sandy neutrals also trending.

If a warming colour scheme is the autumnal goal, then go tonal. Think one main hue with different shades in the same main colour group layered on top.

There are two important things to remember when putting together a tonal room. Firstly, ensure all your colours have the same undertone (warm or cool) and secondly, add contrast. Introducing texture, pattern or a contrast colour will prevent a room from appearing too flat.

For a room full of autumnal colours, a calming sea or dusty sky blue is the perfect hue. When combined with earthy neutrals and burnt oranges, it recreates a nostalgic colour combination with a modern refresh.

TEXTURE

A space without texture is like a cake without the icing – it’s the finishing touch that transforms a room from a pretty space to one of interest.

Autumn is the best time to amp it up in the texture department as it also helps add warmth and cosiness in a space. It’s important to introduce different textures, both tactile and visual, to break up the uniformity and rigidity of many modern interiors.

Tactile textures come in the form of rugs, throws, cushions, curtains or a vase with a particular engraved pattern on it. Look for knitted or wool rugs, wool throws, corduroy, boucle and linen. Visual textures are layered on top of tactile textures in the form of art or lighting.