Branches and Twigs

Many interior design trends this season are taking inspiration from the simplicity and elegance of nature. BRANCHES and TWIGS are set to play a central role in both modern and classic interior designs and will create a magical, botanical focal point in any room of the home.

If you are not a fan of traditional flower arrangements or potted plants then why not select an array of interesting branches and twigs that can be used to create detail on a mantelpiece, side table or oak table centrepiece. Opt for a mix and match of shapes and sizes from a variety of trees or pop in some blossom for added colour and femininity. For a crisp and clean Nordic-inspired look then dip your branches in some white, grey or whitewash paint to give a light and cosy appearance that works well in both neutral and colourful home interiors.

If you like to create zoned areas of light in your home interior then floor lamps are a great way of concentrating illumination on a seating area, bed or dining table. Select a large urn style vase that can sit comfortably in the corner of the room or be nestled next to a bed, sofa or armchair. Fill the urn with large branches and twigs and intertwine with some clear or coloured fairy lights or pom pom style lights that will create a soft and glittering finish in your chosen space. For a more cosy country cottage look then place some logs and branches and fairy lights along the edge of a mantelpiece, sideboard or windowsill to create a homely feel within the room.

If you love the cosiness of log cabin or ranch interiors then why not incorporate the exposed wood look into your own home by creating a feature staircase that will create a focal point in your hallway or living room area. Create the main frame of your stairs using warm golden oak logs or sawn newels and create spindles with exposed branches twigs and logs that will create intricate shapes and curves to form a screen that stretches the length of the stairs. Leave the wood in its natural colour and grain for a rustic look or paint in soft grey or white for a more coastal or alpine feel within the room.

Branches and twigs make the perfect framework for furniture items as they provide a strong and durable base that is visually stylish and eye-catching. Small side tables and consoles will look fabulous with a base of intertwining branches that can be painted in a variety of colour schemes to suit your chosen room. Alternatively, why not create a statement coffee table with a selection of sawn logs and branches for a warm and cosy look or some weathered or whitewashed driftwood for a cool and calming coastal design. For a truly fairytale feel in your bedroom interior then why not create a fantastical four-poster bed using natural tree trunks, branches and woven twigs that are sure to create a forest style finish that is fit for any sleeping beauty.

For more ideas on incorporating branches and twigs into your home interior, take a look at our latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Branches and Twigs