Embrace Global Styles for Your Home Décor
International destinations are inspiring home décor trends in the UK, with Sweden, Italy, and Japan topping the list. A recent poll revealed that half of Brits have drawn inspiration from abroad, with France, Denmark, and Norway also influencing their style. Over a third of respondents are so passionate about interior design that they choose holiday destinations based on a country’s décor heritage.
Staycation Inspiration
It’s not just overseas destinations that have garnered attention. Nineteen percent of Brits have been influenced by home décor associated with staycation destinations in the UK. Popular styles include ‘English country cottage,’ rustic Scandi, and white buildings reminiscent of Greece.
Restyling Ambitions
Over a third of those surveyed would like to redesign areas of their home to reflect the style of their favorite places. However, 63% believe they lack the necessary skills to do so. Pippa Jameson, sensory design expert and author of ‘The Sensory Home,’ highlights the importance of sensory design in creating spaces that evoke memories and emotions inspired by our travels.
Global Influences in British Homes
The average UK home pays homage to the interior styles of two different countries. People often incorporate overseas inspiration into the colors used in their home (28%), artwork and prints displayed (26%), and the furniture (25%).
Research and Inspiration
Before redesigning a space in their home, people spend an average of five hours researching interior design trends. Inspiration comes from various sources, including interior design websites (33%), browsing retail stores (28%) or their websites (27%), and Pinterest (20%). Art and color are considered key elements in evoking a sense of escapism.
Travel Memories in Home Décor
Fifty-eight percent of respondents like to display souvenirs from their travels in their homes, with fridge magnets, ornaments, glasses, cups, and vases being the most popular items. Post-vacation, 46% are inspired to adopt certain aspects of the lifestyle, including diet, culture, and interior design style.
Tips for Creating Vacation-Inspired Spaces
DFS experts offer tips for incorporating vacation inspiration into your home décor:
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Sensory Stimulation:
Use essential oils, scented candles, or fresh botanicals to evoke the scents of your holiday. Choose fragrances like lavender or pine to recall memories of serene countryside or forest retreats.2.
Hotel-Inspired Sanctuary:
Transform your space into a luxurious sanctuary reminiscent of high-end hotels and resorts with crisp white linens, plush bedding, and statement furniture pieces like upholstered headboards and accent chairs.3.
Travel-Inspired Room:
Create a dedicated room that encapsulates your holiday memories through print, color, and texture. For a Spanish Hacienda look, combine warm earthy hues, plaster-effect walls, and wooden accents.4.
Coastal Chic:
Embrace coastal chic with a calming palette of inky blues and soothing creams, complemented by crisp cotton and smartly striped linens. Incorporate stylish accent pieces with metallic side tables and statement lights to evoke the elegance of seaside living.5.
Bold Accents:
Introduce a bold statement sofa or accent chairs in fun prints or vivid hues to capture the lively atmosphere of a tropical holiday.6.
Cozy Retreat:
Layer rugs, faux fur throws, and knitted cushions to add depth and cosiness to your space. Finish your cozy retreat with wooden accessories and mid-century style pieces with tactile fabrics like brushed cotton or chenille, inviting you to sink into the furniture and indulge your sense of touch.7.
Nature’s Tranquility:
Bring the outdoors in with lush greenery and indoor plants to recreate the tranquility of nature. Choose furniture pieces like plant stands, botanical prints, and nature-inspired palettes to enhance the botanical theme and create a seamless connection with the outdoors.8.
Warm Lighting:
Set the mood with calm, ambient lighting that mirrors the warm glow of holiday sunsets by using warm-toned bulbs and dimmable fixtures or LED bulbs with color-changing capabilities.9.
Maximize Daylight:
Where possible, position sofas, armchairs, and dining tables near windows and glass doors to maximize your daylight intake, like a sunny holiday. Natural light can elevate our mood and aid with sleep.10.
