Autumn at Home
The shifting seasons often prompt an urge to refresh our homes and prepare for the months ahead. As temperatures cool and nature transitions, autumn invites us to create spaces inside to nourish and comfort. A few considered details can help to embrace the new season and appreciate the enduring comfort of home.
Autumn carries with it connotations of warmth and thoughts of hunkering down. Layering our homes with soft, comforting throws, cushions and rugs adds warmth and is a good way to introduce colour and texture into a room. Materials such as wool, velvet and thick linens add an autumnal layer of warmth and can make a space feel instantly cosier and restful. With longevity in mind, gather considered pieces that compliment your home and express a subtle shift in season.
Endlessly useful across the home, baskets are one of the most versatile accessories to incorporate all year round. Perfect for storing extra throws, blankets or logs during the colder months, baskets also add natural texture and act as decorative pieces in their own right.
The onset of a new season is a wonderful time to bring nature inside. Nature is always inspiring, and autumn provides an abundance of plants, fruit and vegetables to add seasonal colour and texture. Bowls of natural finds such as gourds, acorns and pinecones instantly add an autumnal touch and connect us to the outdoors. Reconnect with nature on walks and forage for foliage and branches to enjoy inside. Display in simple vessels or create a handmade wreath to showcase autumn’s beauty at home.
On warmer days, there is still the chance to enjoy meals outside at home, surrounded by nature in all its beauty. Made all the more inviting by chairs laden with blankets and a fire pit of crackling logs, our outside spaces can be embraced in autumn too.
The simple act of lighting a candle can brighten the mood and enhance the ambience of your home during the darker months. Clusters of candles in a mix of sizes, simple tealights or lanterns in favourite spaces within the home set the scene for darker days and long cosy nights indoors.
A simple yet inviting table setting is another good way to embrace the season. Lay the table with autumn in mind, incorporating natural decorative touches and candles alongside simple crockery, linens and placemats. Use seasonal foraged finds from your garden or surrounding landscape to dress your table. Gather recipe books to plan nourishing seasonal dishes such as soups and stews to see you through the season.
