With autumn around the corner, Linen House’s new Winter Sun collection is all about hibernation staples and getting cosy in style.
“This season’s collection embodies a winter utopia with gorgeous earthy tones, made to use not only for the colder months but all year round. A celebration of the desire to hibernate in staples that not only keep you warm but look and feel good is key!” said Emily Treganowan, head of design.
“Colours that are bold yet soft, materials that are warm but textured, and designs that stand out really do create both a homey but fashionable mood for your home this autumn and winter season.”
Retaining the brand’s iconic designs and fabrics from previous seasons, the collection boasts stunning palettes across numerous fabrics: lustrous and fluffy, knitted and ribbed, or quilted in velvet. Choose from cotton corduroy and cotton chenilles, as well as their best-selling pure linen.
Meanwhile, yarn-dyed cotton, textured cotton slubs, and cotton sateens are still omnipresent, all adorned by stripes and classic or abstract patterns with florals and geometric patterns.
Cementing its place in the Australian interiors scene as a reliable and on-trend resource, OZ Design Furniture returns this winter with four new collections inspired by the latest looks. “Our experienced designers have created collections inspired by the global, coastal, urban and abode trends that will be seen in the market this winter,” says marketing coordinator Chelsea Vanderburg.
Carson dining table with Messan dining chairs
The diverse collection sees a brand new array of sofas and designer chairs available in a variety of colours and fabrics with leather and velvet high up in the mix. “We predict velvets will be strong this season, in stunning cool winter tones, alongside luxe homewares,” says Chelsea.
The mid-century inspired Baxter buffet and a gorgeous horse print
There’s plenty of gorgeous new affordable art available too that embraces all the current trends – think abstracts plus plenty of gorgeous animals.
The Denver sofa – I love its slimline black legs paired with a pale green textured twill fabric and statement seams
As for a collection standout, the velvet 3-seat sofa is pretty gorgeous and it’s a piece that Chelsea is coveting too. “The Spectre sofa in petrol velvet is a favourite. It’s modern and minimal with stunning design features such as bolster cushions and slim matte black legs.”
The stunning ‘Spectre’ velvet sofa – swoon! The affordable art selection is fabulous too.
The coastal trend features whitewash timber while natural timber with black detailing works for the industrial, global and urban trends. And as for what will be next on trend, Chelsea is banking on the popularity of a specific hue. “Next season, I think mustard will be big!”
I’m coveting the geometric vibe of the Porto bookcase – it’s perfect for displaying your favourite things. It’s seen here with the Ada designer chair
Now in the second week of June there’s no denying the fact… winter is here! So this season, make sure your home is a cosy haven and a beautiful space to retreat from the unwelcoming elements of the outdoors!
One of the best ways to make your home warm is by investing in flooring, especially carpet and rugs. Because sure, concrete, tiles and timber look great, but the comfort and warmth of carpet really can’t be beaten! So to update your home this winter consider these gorgeous on-trend colours.
Deep, rich colours like Pantone’s colour of the year, Marsala, are a sure-fire way to warm up a space. Like it’s sister colour burgundy, the timeless hue is perfect for creating a regal and classic room. Ideal for a living room, man cave or office, use it as a show stopping carpet or as rug to make the space warm and welcoming.
Very versatile, the classic and enduring colour can work with all colour palettes and styles. Able to make a room feel cosy with sophistication, navy flooring works well as a backdrop, allowing the furnishings to be the focus. If you’ve already done black and charcoal, deep blues like navy and indigo are ideal for giving a room drama and a sense of richness.
Perfect for opening up a dark room and creating a spacious and airy effect, the softness of pastels allows you to mix and match colours without being over the top. Working beautifully with light colours and white, it creates a soft, organic and warm space.
For adding a touch of elegance to your space grey is the perfect choice. Seen as this year’s ‘neutral’ the subdued and earthy tones create a quieter, cosier mood. The perfect companion for deep winter hues, whilst also working well with white and pops of colour, grey is another shade of flooring that really lets your furnishings do the talking.
Walls in Taubmans Endure Orchid Child. Photo credit: Freedom
By Shaynna Blaze
Keeping an eye on new colour trends is a great way to spark inspiration and give your interiors a fresh, modern update. The key to using trend colours is just to have fun with them! Don’t be afraid to put a personal spin on a trend and embrace it in your home.
For first timer painters, you should try using trend colours in a smaller or more personal space like an entryway, hallway or bedroom. For more experienced painters or daring decorators, you can make a real statement in your lounge or open plan living area with a trend colour. Here are my top tips for incorporating five different colour trends into your home this winter.
Pastels are one of my favourite trends this year. The softness of the hues allows you to mix and match opposing colours on the one wall without creating an eyesore. They also work really well with white, blonde or light coloured timber furniture.
To re-create this look, use painter’s tape to divide your wall and paint one side in a pale blue, like Taubmans Castaway Isle, and the other in a soft pink, like Taubmans Hedonist. For those wanting to create an edgier look, paint two-thirds of your wall in one colour and the remaining third in the second colour rather than an even half and half. Complete the look with artworks predominately featuring brighter or darker shades of blues and pinks as they’ll really pop against the pastel wall.
Peachy keen
This winter we’ll begin to see a shift towards muted, warm tones mixed with whites and greys in our homes. Taking the lead from the trends of metallic colours like copper and bronze, hues of orange and salmon will also emerge into our winter palettes. Pastel orange tones like Taubmans Rosette Royale and Sweet Peach, work well with blonde timbers. Try this combination to create a modern look with an organic feel, which also adds a sense of warmth to a winter palette.
Darker days
Walls in Taubmans Endure Black Forest. Photo credit: Freedom
I love using dark colours to create a winter palette. Charcoal greys, navy blues and deep-sea greens can make any room feel cosy with a hint of sophistication. These colours work well as a backdrop for bolder coloured accessories in reds, oranges and yellows. The trick for this look is to use a simple palette of up to only four colours so as not to overwhelm the eye with too many shades. For example, a dark blue, like Taubmans Endure Black Forest, works well with grey, red and white. Ensure there is an even balance of your chosen colours in your bed linen, carpets and other room accessories. The combination of blue, red and white gives a gender-neutral, slightly nautical look without feeling kitschy.
I also love using less traditional winter colours like deep charcoals and indigos in my interiors. If you go with this trend, make sure you layer your tones from the dark wall colour through to a soft grey or white in your trims and accessories. Utilizing five or six hues ranging from dark blue, to grey blue to white, will create the perfect moody look this winter. My favourite combination is Taubmans Gypsy Rose, Dusty Violet, Snow Goose and Ice Princess.
Teal burst
Walls in Taubmans Endure Orchid Child. Photo credit: Freedom
If you’re a first time painter who doesn’t feel confident enough to paint with bright colour or a homeowner who’s fond of neutrals, you can still incorporate trend colours in your room design with statement artworks, soft furnishings and quirky room accessories.
When adding colour to a predominately neutral room it’s best to select three to four different colours making one dominant over the rest. Vibrant teals are becoming increasingly popular this year and can add a playful burst of energy to any neutral interior palette. The incorporation of bright teal in the artwork of this room creates a focal point on the wall without overwhelming it with colour. Various shades of teal also appear in the cushion and table accessories alongside subtle hints of yellow, red and blue.
Shades of grey
For an unexpected winter palette, try a nice shade of grey. Taupe greys on your walls give a warm base palette for crisp coloured bed linen and black accents, such as bedside lamps. Slightly reflective materials like silky timbers for bedside tables and copper flecks in details of cushions and bedside candles will bring the room to life.
— Shaynna Blaze is Taubmans’ brand ambassador and colour creative director, host of Selling Houses Australia and judge on The Block.
