Trend Alert: Structured style

We all need a little bit of structure in our lives.

Whether it’s at work or at home, having structure keeps us calm, helps us stay grounded, and gives us a sense of much-needed consistency. In fact, having structure and routine in our daily lives can improve focus and productivity levels, and even decrease stress.

With the ups and downs of the past few years, it’s no surprise that Aussie households are embracing structured style in their homes. Clean, crisp and modern with just a hint of nostalgia, this controlled aesthetic makes your home look great — and makes everyone in it feel great as well.

Curious about this new design trend? Here are five ways to achieve structured style in your home.

Start with a grounded colour palette

Structured style has roots in mid-century and industrial post-modern design, so you need to work with just the right tones to ensure your space feels ordered, yet inviting.

Evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia with a grounded colour palette of coffees and caramels — for example, an oak table in the dining room, timber panelling for the living room feature wall, and a wooden book cabinet for storing knick-knacks.

These wooden elements offer old-world charm, while also creating a sense of unity within any home setting. Round the look out with earthy hues in your accessories, such as a mustard yellow cushion, terracotta throw, or even a deep forest green sofa.

Alternatively, pair a monochrome palette with a hint of timber for a contemporary take on this classic style.

Made in Manhattan: The handcrafted Manhattan Book Cabinet is the epitome of structured style. This Lounge Lovers exclusive exudes sophistication with its solid poplar wood frame, tasteful hints of gold, and lush velvet lining in the drawers.

Shape your space with curves

Who says structure has to be boring? Turn your home into an abstract work of art with rounded edges. A cylindrical side table, paired with an arc lamp, work together in perfect harmony to create a sense of order and style.

Pro tip: Try to echo this curved silhouette in different places throughout the room. Even little accents, like a round bowl or a tall vase, can work wonders to bring a space together.

Double the style: The Niko Nest of Tables’ look-at-me style adds a designer statement to any room. Its striking bone inlay tabletop has been handcrafted using time-honoured artisan techniques from India — making each piece truly one of a kind.

Line it up!

If you’re not quite sure how to bring structured style into your home, start with the legs — furniture legs, that is! A piece of furniture with crisp lines instantly elevates any space and infuses it with refined style. Look for coffee tables and side tables that have powdered metallic legs to achieve the industrial post-modern look, or opt for wooden legs if you prefer to go down the mid-century route.

A leg to stand on: The beautiful Taylor PU Low Bar Stool has a cool frame that suits a variety of different styles and spaces. Invite friends to perch in the kitchen while you’re cooking up a storm, or add a nook and a seating area near a window to watch the world go by.

Draw the eye with textures

Because of its refined nature, structured style can sometimes look cold and disconnected if there’s no element in the space that acts as a focal point. Counteract this by incorporating textures in a statement piece within the room: think an elegant marble table in the living area, a bone inlay console in the bedroom, or a quartz countertop in the dining space.

Keep in mind that wood can also be a great way to bring texture into your space, particularly if your home is more suited to Scandi or coastal styles.

The brightest star: With its luxe Carrera marble top and sturdy geometric frame, the Venus Round Marble Coffee Table shines bright in any living room. Match it with other looks in the range for a truly elegant structured space, such as the Venus C Side Table or the Venus Marble Console Table.

Don’t compromise functionality for form

Structured style demands a deft hand and a minimalist approach, but that doesn’t mean you have to ditch the functional furniture. There are plenty of ways to maintain a clean and ordered aesthetic while also ensuring you maximise every square metre in your home.

Look for versatile pieces with a clean design, like the Happy Armchair Sofa Bed or the Miles side table, which can be styled vertically or horizontally as a desk. These pieces are very much in tune with structured style while also being double-duty heroes when you need them the most.

If you’re Happy and you know it: The multifunctional Happy Armchair Sofa Bed feels right at home in any space inspired by structured style. Its unique leg-less design means the Happy can serve as a couch, recliner, chaise lounge or bed — plus, it’s available in a range of earthy hues such as Wind Yellow and Wind Copper.

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