Interior Trends: The English Charm Revival
After a decade of minimalism interior leaders have embraced the English charm revival. Call it neo-traditionalism, but we love the inventive return of highly decorative and personal interiors. Interweaving craft and pattern, classic British style makes for a most inspiring comeback in 2020.
Modern Heirlooms
Nominated by Dezeen as a top interior trend for 2019, the English charm revival includes plenty of classic fabrics such as paisley and chintz. Think cosy yet opulent and the playful layering of prints. The Agatha armchair featured in chintz is perfect examples of how this revival works within a modern interior.
Eclectic Style and Playful Patterns
Pattern matching, where the same pattern flows from the wall to upholstered furniture has also made a comeback. Pulling from classic prints adds whimsy especially when applied across walls, curtains and furnishings. Traditional upholstery details such as sofa skirts have also made a return.
Souvenirs of our lives
British style maybe eclectic but it’s anchored in craft. Innovators such as William De Morgan, William Morris and Arthur Lasenby Liberty pioneered English textiles and design. Their passion lives on in such interior leaders as Beata Heuman and Maria Speake. Each have made an art form of layering old with new to create exciting interior stories. Their vision is not simply a reaction to minimalism. Rather, English charm is a thoughtful response to our desire for heirlooms and personal souvenirs that will tell our story for the long term.