The pursuit of comfort at home has inspired new sofa shapes, from
the pillowy, low daybed designs by UK designer Faye Toogood for
Italian brand Tacchini to the resurgence of backless sofas positioned as
sculptural centrepieces in living rooms. Bespoke storage solutions are
equally pivotal, particularly in smaller-scale homes and apartments,
allowing kitchens, at-home bars, and other high-clutter spaces to
disappear behind wall-flush doors.
Custom furniture and hand-crafted details are also taking the spotlight,
fostering a dialogue between contemporary interiors and a home’s
original features, such as those from the Arts and Crafts movement.
Built-in elements like sunken lounges and dining banquettes are
becoming entertaining staples, while local artisans' custom lighting,
including Melbourne’s Volker Haug, is being used to further personalise
interiors.
Post-pandemic, the well-being of homeowners is at the forefront of
residential architecture and design. Access to natural light, ventilation,
and garden spaces has never been more important, alongside the
integration of private wellness spaces. Saunas, steam rooms, indoor
cold plunge pools, and home gyms underscore how our homes are
increasingly being designed to serve as sanctuaries for the body and
mind in 2025 and beyond.
Baxter So Soft bed by Studiopepe, launched at Milan Design Week 2024 | Photography courtesy of Baxter
February 2025
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