• The Chelsea Barracks Collection designed by Albion Nord in partnership with Chelsea Barracks

    The Chelsea Barracks Collection designed by Albion Nord in partnership with Chelsea Barracks

  • The Chelsea Barracks Collection designed by Albion Nord in partnership with Chelsea Barracks

    The Chelsea Barracks Collection designed by Albion Nord in partnership with Chelsea Barracks

  • Mayfair Park Residences designed by Jouin Maku, developed by Clivedale London

    Mayfair Park Residences designed by Jouin Maku, developed by Clivedale London

  • Mayfair Park Residences designed by Jouin Maku, developed by Clivedale London

    Mayfair Park Residences designed by Jouin Maku, developed by Clivedale London

  • Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

    Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

  • Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

    Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

  • Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

    Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

  • Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

    Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

  • Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

    Westminster Fire Station designed by Studio L, London, developed by Alchemi Group

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Studio L, London founder’s interior design predictions for 2021

Candy Floss colours and pastels, though mixed with slightly more saturated and acidic hues, are predicted to make bigger impacts in design this year

by Georgina Johnston 15 March 2021

Laura Marino, founder of the London based interior design practise Studio L, London, is predicting upcoming trends. Curved furniture will still be very big and especially attractive in colours such as mint green, acid or lemon yellows, dusty or hot pinks; this trend is evocative of a simpler, more innocent time.

An example of this trend can be seen at Westminster Fire Station, where Studio L, London will complete the interiors.

Another thing to look out for this year will be old fashioned bedding; a rise in handmade items, authentic looking bedding like crocheted blankets and afghans, eiderdowns, quilts, floral patterned sheets, coverlets and in general a more ‘folksy’ type of layering, reminiscent of when bedding was made for function rather than just decoration.

Dried flowers and grasses, though they are already trending, still haven’t peaked their popularity and hit the tipping point yet. Again it’s a part of this whole ‘Cottagecore’, ‘granny chic’ vibe. People want their places to look homegrown and crafty to a degree, completely authentic. Natural elements and comforting textures remain very important to help people feel connected to something real but also nest in their home surroundings. It’s easy to do yourself as well which makes it particularly attractive. “Don’t be surprised to see wheatsheaf,” says Marino, “dried pampas grasses, pussywillows, craspedia, pharlaus, largarus, you name it, in people’s homes.”

While Boucle and coloured Boucle are still very popular, Chenille is on the rise as an alternative. More Chenille is being incorporated in all sorts of textural variations and colourways to make it more modern and attractive to touch. 

To get that aged, tactile and comforting look of patina, we’ll be seeing more with paint and plaster techniques and ones like tile alternatives and sustainable surfaces that can also be used in wet spaces and are eco friendly; things like Béton Ciré, Tadelakt and marmorino.

Other noticeable trends are the reimagining of forgotten furniture, natural materials, organically shaped furniture and exterior design.

Antique, repurposed, salvaged and retro pieces along with old designs reimagined, we think long forgotten pieces will re-emerge in the new year. For example, the campaign desk, once used by officers and their staff during military campaigns, with several features that made it easy to transport. In a time where a large number of us are working from home, a portable campaign desk is the perfect answer. 

Albion Nord and Chelsea Barracks have partnered to launch The Chelsea Barracks Collection, featuring ‘The Wellington desk’, retaining the portability and simplicity of the original campaign desk whilst including special details such as the lion claw feet and the Chelsea Barracks rose marking, which is featured on the desk’s key.

For many years now, the rediscovery of the relevance of natural materials has accelerated its demand again. Wood, glass, stone and metal still squeeze out environmentally-friendly plastics from our interiors, and synthetic fabrics in upholstery and decor are replaced with natural ones. Particularly popular this season is unpainted wood surfaces, timber and oak, textures by the likes of stone and rattan, and linen and wool in soft furnishings. Homeowners are searching for authenticity in their homes and using natural materials is a great way to achieve that. 

The newly launched Chelsea Barracks Collection, a collection of bespoke artisan crafted homeware in partnership with Albion Nord illustrates light timbers, rattan furniture and muted lightweight linen fabrics. 

It has been observed that there has been a depletion in the once popular hard lines, and sharp edges of post-modern minimalist design and an increased use of curves and softer, more feminine shapes across homewares, furniture and interiors, creating a calming ambience that is softer on the eye.

Parisian design duo, Jouin Manku, who have incorporated curves throughout the interiors of their latest project, Mayfair Park Residences, the first ever Dorchester Collection branded residences, using a blend of custom-designed furniture such as oval marble-clad bathtubs, curved open hearths and cocoon-like headboards.


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