Bringing natural decor into your home

London-based interior designer Laura Hammett is one creative that realises the potential of the earth’s treasures in her work. Her projects often bring shelving displays, coffee tables and consoles to life with pieces such as agate slices and shells.

Selecting objects with exquisite natural tones, which blend beautifully into surrounding colour schemes, is one trick the designer uses to execute the look to perfection. Think brown objects against rich wood surfaces with antique brass edging. Laura Hammett also carefully considers the positioning of each accent, artfully placing them in threes or using standout pieces as solo focal points.

Remember, it’s effective to reference colours found in natural accessories into your room scheme as a whole. Think earthy browns, lush greens and ocean blue hues to achieve a natural look.

"More and more top interior designers are incorporating raw finishes"

When it comes to tabletop styling, an increasing number of interior designers are looking to the underwater world for inspiration. London-based interior designer Katharine Pooley, for example, regularly chooses coral sculptures to feature in her accessory ensembles.

Available in all shapes and sizes, coral forms are ideal for playing with proportions. Follow Katharine’s lead by teaming your coral with colour-coordinating accessories of varying heights, such as a shapely ceramic vase and smaller obelisks.

This season both John-Richard and L’Objet both pay homage to coral in their accessories, while Michael Aram has an entire collection dedicated to incredible ocean forms.

Aside from looking out for ocean-inspired creations from these brands, remember to watch out for seaside treasures next time you’re strolling along the beach in case you spot the next natural addition for your interior.

"Coral forms are ideal for playing with proportions"