Natural Decoration: Which Materials To Favor In Your Home?

To sublimate a natural decoration, we like to mix different materials in summer and winter. These are expressed through furniture, decorative objects, the floor or even the wall covering of your room. They all have in common to bring an authentic and 100% natural style to your interior decoration. Zoom on these flagship materials that will highlight the natural look of your decor.

SOLID WOOD

Wood is the natural material par excellence and has the advantage of being available in a multitude of possibilities. Whether it’s pine, solid oak, wenge, each type of wood has its own unique characteristics that make it so charming. The wood plays on its color, but also on its grain, its veining and its finish. Choosing wood in your decor is therefore above all a question of taste and personality! You can choose to choose a total wood look in your room or only favor small touches. This is also the case for the color, Scandinavian fans will favor light woods such as oak, beech or ash, while those who want an even more assertive interior will prefer darker woods such as mahogany or walnut. . Nevertheless, common features emerge. This material tends to warm up a decoration deemed too impersonal by adding authenticity and cachet. Whatever your choice, a natural decor will always favor shades of wood that reveal a nice grain. These are appreciated for their visual charm and their pleasant touch imbued with authenticity.

Our favorites made of solid wood:

The wooden tables.
Wooden bookcases.
The floor.

THE CORK

Long considered has-been, cork is rediscovering its colors and reinvesting our interiors. This material from the bark of the cork oak is 100% recyclable and can be found in every corner of the house. Used both as an insulator, as a coating and even as a decorative object, it plays on its properties and its aesthetics to become essential in decorations inspired by nature. Indeed, cork has excellent resistance over time, against humidity, but also high heat. In addition, it is completely biodegradable and can easily be recycled and crushed to be reused in the design of certain wall coverings, floors and even furniture.

Our favorites made of cork:

Lamps.
Cork stools.
The jars.

RATTAN

Rattan is coming back from afar! Flagship material of the 1970s, it had lost some of its luster in recent years, but is now coming back in force. Coming from a plant that belongs to the palm family, rattan is appreciated for its lightness, authenticity and natural softness. We also like his retro look, but resolutely trendy. This material is particularly known for being used in caning, a braiding technique made with rattan from the 18th century. From now on, it dresses both furniture and decorative accessories of the house. To sublimate it, we like to mix in some heavy fabrics.

Our rattan favourites:

The rattan chair.
The coffee table.
Wall decorations (frames, mirrors, etc.).

WICKER

We often confuse wicker and rattan, yet they are indeed two different materials. Unlike rattan, wicker comes from cold countries and belongs to the willow family. Widely used in the art of basketry, it is finer than rattan. The lightness of the material and its finesse allow it to be used in the manufacture of baskets, armchairs or even suspension elements.

Our wicker favourites:

Children’s chairs.
Baskets.
The suspensions.

BAMBOO

Bamboo is another material that is often confused with rattan. The similarities are numerous, especially in the color of the bark and the shape of the nodes. However, bamboo differs from rattan in that it is hollow and not solid, which prevents it from being bent. It is therefore not used in the same way. Bamboo is authentic and exotic and is ideal for bringing zen into your interior. We appreciate his resistance.

Our bamboo favourites:

Bamboo chimes.
The decorative towel rack scales.
The coat racks.

THE SEAGRASS

Seagrass is an essential material for natural decoration. It owes its name to the aquatic plant native to Asia from which come the plant fibers that compose it. These plants are harvested then dried, spun and woven to give birth to this material which does not fear humidity. At home, we love its warm aesthetics and the neutrality of its tones. Also appreciated in a seaside or bohemian style, it easily integrates living rooms, lounges or bedrooms. And yes, the seagrass adapts and adopts easily! Most often used in flooring, it relies on its natural and warm look, its low cost and its ease of maintenance to integrate your home.

Our seagrass favourites:

The floor covering.
The rugs.
Baskets.

CERAMICS

Ceramic is one of the first materials used by man. It comes from a technique that allowed objects made of clay to be physically transformed during firing at very high temperatures. This earth can be composed of other materials to develop its properties and give rise to different families: porcelain, pottery, sandstone… The great success of ceramics is partly explained by the return to handmade and eco-responsible decoration. On the aesthetic side, we love the uniqueness of each creation and the wide choice of colors possible.

Our ceramic favourites:

Ceramic tables.
Pottery.
The dishes.

THE LINEN

Linen is an essential plant tissue. All the rooms in the house are conquered, from the kitchen to the living room or the bedroom, it breathes warmth and comfort into your interior. It is most often found with pleasure in the composition of bed linen, curtains or even tablecloths. It is one of the star materials of nature decoration, in particular for its ecological approach. First textile worked by man, we also love his timeless style, his delicacy and his softness to the touch and to the eye in which we like to take refuge. Last argument, which should undoubtedly convince you to fall for this textile, France is the world’s leading producer of this elegant fabric.

Our favorites in linen :

Curtains.
Bed linen.
Tablecloths.

THE BURLAP

Made from the African plant of the same name, hessian has been used for centuries in the design of ropes, nets and sacks for transporting vegetables and coffee beans. Under the impetus of the bohemian style and upcycling, jute has gradually turned away from its primary uses to elegantly integrate our interiors as decorative elements. What do you like about her? Quite simply its distinctive look and unique, grainy feel that brings a rustic touch to any interior. Solid, natural and easy to work with, hessian has not finished conquering our interiors!

Our favorites in burlap:

The rugs.
The cushions.
Cachepots.

ORGANIC COTTON

One of the most cited fabrics when talking about natural decoration is cotton. For an eco-responsible interior, we favor organic cotton, which is more eco-friendly! It is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers and other polluting products. It is the perfect green alternative to traditional cotton, the production of which was very polluting. Appreciated for its softness, ease of maintenance and affordable price, this plant-based material likes to dress linens and other decorative textiles.

Our cotton favourites:

Tablecloths.
The cushions.
Bath towels.

ORGANIC WOOL

Do you want to create a real 100% natural cozy nest? Wool takes over our homes to give them a warm look. Knitted, short-haired or even felted, wool is undeniably one of the key materials for facing the first frosts of winter while staying warm. Choose one made from animal hair fibers for an even more nature-oriented approach. Just like the other textiles seen above, wool is available in all rooms of the house. It can dress your sofas as well as your plaids, your carpets, your suspensions or your cushions!

Our wool favourites:

Berber carpets.
Plaids.
The covers.

RAFFIA

Raffia is a natural material from Madagascar that has it all. We praise his naturalness, his flexibility and his solidity which give life to creations all more original than the others. Used both in the design of ropes and to make decorative and furnishing objects, we take pleasure in finding it in interior decorations thanks to its authenticity. Almost anything can be designed with raffia: bags, lampshades, mirrors… the possibilities are almost endless! In terms of color, the choice is yours: leave it in its straw color which suits it so well, or opt for a colored model for a touch of originality.

Our favorites in raffia: