A TIME FOR REFLECTION

For understated luxury and unadulterated comfort, we pick out our favourite seasonal pieces from the winter collections at Habitat

The end of the year offers an opportunity to slow down and take stock, and this winter’s interiors trends capture that introspective mood perfectly. There is a laid-back, natural element, with materials including rattan, rustic wood, linen and reeded glass providing a link to the outdoors. Warmth is added with more indulgent fabrics such as velvet and mohair, and a confident colour palette of stone, teal, charcoal and emerald, along with touches of matte black and flashes of gold.

Habitat is tapping into this look with its new winter collection, designed to bring out the more restful, sophisticated side of the festive season. It blends in heritage gingham and botanical prints that give a nod to a chic, country-house aesthetic. It’s both classic and comfortable, and makes a statement without being showy. The range also provides an affordable solution for those looking to make easy, design-led updates to their home in the run up to Christmas.

‘This season, we’ve honed in on three different looks to bring style and enduring designs to customers, encouraging them to invest in quality pieces that stand the test of time,’ explains Rona Olds, head of product, home & furniture at Habitat. ‘A selection of on-trend accessories accompany the collections, allowing for small-scale home refreshes for the new season. Affordability remains at the core of what we do, and we’re pleased to launch a range of new products that combine great value with outstanding design.’

Luxe lounging

Layer tactile fabrics including soft velvet cushions and cosy mohair throws in your living spaces. Flickering scented candles, matte black and brass table lamps and gold cocktail accessories add extra glamour. And for those who love entertaining, there’s the gorgeous black ‘Nara’ drinks cabinet with elegant Art Deco detail.

Stylish dining

In the kitchen, there is simple Scandiinspired tableware, including stoneware dinner sets in muted blue or rust, black mango wood serving bowls and eye-catching fluted glassware. Add a cottage-core feel with cast-iron cookware in sophisticated dark green.

Chic dreaming

Take inspiration from grand country hotels to add comfort and personality to your inner sanctuary. Blend bold colour and gingham print with natural influences, such as a jute rug, rattan furniture and botanical prints.