When arranging our apartments, we are more and more willing to turn to natural materials. The fashion for openwork furniture made of wicker or rattan is also making a comeback, along with the modern trend of turning to nature. Many of us associate this style with garden arrangements, but today it is also increasingly entering the interiors of our homes. Furniture and accessories made of light, natural materials will create a warm atmosphere in the room. They will work well in vintage-style interiors and in combination with modernity, and even in post-industrial adaptations. These accessories are part of the eco and less waste trends.
Rattan and wicker - genealogy of materials
Wicker is extracted from the young shoots of various species of willow - purple, American, almond or honeysuckle. The shoots of the plants undergo appropriate processing and debarking. Rattan, on the other hand, is woven from rotang palms, which mainly come from Indonesia.
Wicker lamp cover
In an artistic mood
Both rattan and wicker have been used in furniture-making since time immemorial. Combining them in one interior will not interfere aesthetically. They will create a casual, restful atmosphere. In addition, we can plan them in many color variations, as they are appropriately receptive to stains. The furniture will suit both clean, spacious interiors and those filled with a wide variety of objects.
Weaving offers a wealth of possibilities. With both materials, we have a wide range of applications. They are malleable enough that we can incorporate them almost anywhere, choose to mold the entire item, or just complete it. The most popular, of course, are rattan armchairs, chairs, stools and tables. But sometimes it's worth surrounding yourself with larger pieces of furniture, such as bookcases or cabinets. Couches or chaise longues, will bring back a relaxing mood. Such solutions are ideal for interiors in boho, rustic, Scandinavian, Provençal, schabby chic or simply eclectic style.
Rattan lamp covers
Of course, you need to have moderation in this, because all kinds of braids and openwork are extremely ornate in themselves. So you can bet only on braided cabinet fronts, or a rattan lampshade placed in the living room, which, by diffusing light, will give us an extremely decorative effect. Today's aesthetics, certainly would also not disdain the combination of wicker with metal or glass, to create an unobvious composition. Woven furniture, will certainly give an artistic touch to many spaces.
Aesthetically pleasing screen made of rattan and a bathroom with accessories made of natural materials
How about just accessories?
If wicker or rattan furniture is not to your taste, you may want to bet only on accessories made of such materials. Trunks for small pillows in the bedroom or toys in the children's room, laundry bas kets in the bathroom, baskets for wood placed by the fireplace, boxes forcosmetics, openwork fruit dishes or flowerpots - each of these proposals will pleasantly complement and warm the space.
Rattan cabinet fronts and wicker lampshades dominating the interior
What to combine it with?
Rattan and wicker, in original colors, harmonize with natural, earthy colors. They look beautiful against beiges, creams or whites. They look good with shades of green, especially dark, and navy blue. Placed against a background of concrete, clay or wood, they will also be stylistically consistent. As a material, linen, cotton and velvet will compose well with them.
On the terrace and balcony
Here, in a garden climate, furniture made of natural materials looks best. If these are covered spaces, all the more reason to afford them. Why not opt for an attractive wicker swing on the balcony or an unusual rattan umbrella? It is good to remember that both of these materials are badly affected by low temperatures, so it would be advisable to store the furniture indoors during the autumn-winter season, having first impregnated it for the next season.
Rattan pot cover
Artistic and ecological
Rattan and wicker, materials known for years, still look great in many interiors. Thanks to their versatile aesthetics, they will create a cozy and artistic atmosphere, while remaining in harmony with an ecological lifestyle.
