Texture is a vital element when it comes to interior design, as it adds visual interest and dimension. Without texture, a space falls flat, appears unfinished, and, frankly, can feel boring and won’t make an impact without texture. It’s necessary to look at the room as a whole and combine mixed materials to achieve the vibrancy and completeness that both interior designers and their clients desire.
Texture can accomplish various things. For example, rugged, coarser textures like reclaimed wood or terracotta can create a cozy, rustic aesthetic, while smooth or shiny textures, including metals like brass and steel, reflect light and create a sleek, contemporary finish.
As always, remember your home should be a reflection of you! Here are a few examples worth considering when deciding what textures to use in the different rooms of your home.
– All photos are from projects by Beth Haley Design (BHD).
Add Warmth to a Living Room With Texture
In this living room, a custom Tudor-style carved mantel, light wood paneling, a soft velvet ottoman, and a patterned rug work together to create a warm and elegant — yet slightly rustic — ambiance. Various textures create the perfect living room vibe, especially for this historic home.
In a historic home, the texture of different furnishings brings an invigorating energy.
Add Texture to Your Kitchen With Accessories
Adding texture to your kitchen can be done with the addition of some simple accessories. Cushions can be placed on bar stools to add comfort and create an inviting seating area, while a colorful rug can add a layer of coziness. We also love that these accessories are combined with the kitchen’s sleek and shiny finishes.
Texture in this kitchen adds both depth and comfort.
Use Texture to Make Your Bathroom Serene
Texture can transform an otherwise sterile and functional bathroom into a bright and welcoming oasis. Natural materials such as wood and stone are a great way to incorporate texture. Rattan accents, leafy plants, and various ceramic objects are ideal additions where there are more smooth and hard surfaces to contrast.
Texture is all about the details, as shown in this peaceful bathroom.
Create a Specific Energy With Texture
This nook is the perfect hideaway in an otherwise bright and colorful house. The dark wood on the walls, the leather and linen chairs, the fur throw pillow, and the antique rocking chair create a cohesive and masculine energy.
Experiment with mixing fabrics, like in this masculine and cozy nook.
Every element of a room — wall finishes, furnishings, accessories, art, and decor — is an opportunity to incorporate texture. Discover the beauty of using texture for yourself!
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