Obsession

Lately I can't get enough of New Victorian and Steampunk-inspired design. My favorite designs are a little dark, and graphically modern, but informed and inspired by history's rich details and materials. The photos of this dreamy hotel lounge are a spot-on perfect example.

Natural materials:

• Particularly wood, leather and metals such as brass and copper. 

• Furniture has weight and scale, with a focus on quality and timelessness.

Ecclectic mix of masculine and feminine:

• Soft rich fabrics such as lace or velvet, paired with richer accessories, sculpture and machinery.

Typically Victorian decorative themes used in new ways: 

• Industrial era technology, anything focusing on science and discovery.

• Butterfly collections, phrenology, biological drawings.

• Antique mechanical items, clockworks and items with mechanisms in view.


What rooms have inspired you lately?

Images: AirSpace UK