Relaxed Retro Homes

Relaxed retro interiors are one if the biggest trends to hit the world of interior design this season and the luxurious mix of vintage and modern design features and colour schemes will suit a wide variety of home interiors. This look works extremely well in every room of the home and is perfect for creating a cosy and refined environment for the upcoming colder months.

Soft and relaxed colour palettes work well in this trend with cool blues and greys and crisp white sitting alongside pastel blues for a Nordic twist on a retro design. For a modern retro look add pops of warm orange, mustard yellow or dusky teal to your walls, soft furnishings or accessories that will create a zoned area of colour in your room. Opt for alternating wall colours or paint a single feature wall in your bolder colour choice or if you are a fan of wallpaper then choose bold retro prints in co-ordinating colours that will create a focal point in your chosen room.

Simple clean cut fabrics add to the relaxed feel of this look. Cotton, linen and crushed velvet are great choices for curtains, upholstery and cushions and will create a tranquil feel in your chosen space. Opt for arctic blue curtains teamed with cool grey cotton sofas and chairs and pair with white, grey and blue cushions in geometric prints that will add visual detail to your living room area. For a more Scandinavian inspired 1970s design then opt for cool grey and soft orange patterned curtains and rugs and partner with knitted cushion covers and pouffes in mustard yellow for a cosy and inviting look.

Opt for fun retro accessories that will give a vintage look to your interior space. Retro telephones in feminine pastel tones will look great on a sleek white side table or dresser and can be partnered with pastel ceramics and ornaments for a shabby chic style design. Relaxed grey interior spaces can be accentuated with copper or chrome accessories such as an overhanging floor lamp, sculpted lamp bases and plant pots for a hint of modern glamour. Opt for intricate and artistic shapes for your accessories that not only create an authentic vintage feel to your room but create a focal point that will draw the eye to a particular interior area.

Retro furniture is hugely popular on the high street this season and it is easy to find a style and colour to suit your home interior. Simple pale or whitewashed wood items such as drinks cabinets, side tables and bookcases will look great in a relaxed retro interior while crisp white furniture will compliment a cool colour palette and look wonderful with some classic flared retro legs and straight edged finishes for a sleek and modern feel. Opt for furniture with unique shapes and designs such as wave back sofas and egg chairs and include a mix and match of styles and finishes for a more varied and detailed finish. If you prefer a more modern take on this look then select retro shaped furniture in simple sleek white fabric with a sleek copper or chrome framework that gives a flash of contemporary luxury.

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