How to add warmth to your home with terracotta tones
Terracotta interiors are here to stay - it’s easy to see why. Synonymous with traditional baked clay pots and associated with the Mediterranean, terracotta is an inviting hue, ideal for creating a feeling of warmth in cosy interiors and adding depth to light, bright spaces.
The rusty, orange-brown hues of terracotta are incredibly versatile and work well with understated shades of white, green, brown and blue. It fits in perfectly with not only biophilic-inspired interiors but Nordic-influenced spaces and rustic homes, too. The association of the colour with nature makes it perfect for homes that seek to add an organic influence and a laidback visual appeal.
Terracotta (the colour) is synonymous with the material used to make its namesake clay pots, so it’s only natural to pair it with similar organic materials and textures. Think wooden furniture in rich tones, linen or cotton soft furnishings, woven material and rustic décor with a hand-crafted look.
We recommend trying out terracotta as a wall colour if you want to add a warm, earthy feel to your home - especially in living rooms and bedrooms. A white ceiling, skirting boards and coving will help break up the space and stop the room from feeling too closed in.
If you want to warm up an already neutrally decorated interior, we recommend choosing terracotta accent pieces, such as armchairs and sofas. This will add depth to your home, plus a sense of cosiness. You can also opt for smaller pieces of décor in terracotta hues to try out the trend - a soft linen tablecloth would work wonderfully with a sturdy wooden dining table and chairs.
