With the New Year on the horizon, we’re setting our sights on the design trends set to sweep their way onto our Instagram feeds, Pinterest boards and homes throughout 2019. The coming year promises developments of existing trends as well as brand new styles meaning there is something for every home in the year ahead. […]
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The Return of Maximalism
Maximalism is back. For several years, we’ve embraced the popular minimalist design trend. From Mid-Century modern to Scandi to Japandi, we’ve seen muted colours, clean lines and pared-back style in homes worldwide. It was only a matter of time before the tables turned. Minimalism isn’t going anywhere, but we’re excited to see the rise of […]
Wabi-sabi: Embracing Imperfection in Interior Design
Wabi-sabi. It’s a concept, an aesthetic, and a way of life. As a phrase, it cannot be easily translated from Japanese into English. But, even if you haven’t heard of it, its presence in homes – from homemade ceramics and organic linens to rustic, earthy colours – is undeniable. Wabi-sabi is the Japanese art of […]
Five Vitra Furniture Classics
Vitra is a Swiss furniture brand established by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum in 1957, with the licensed production of furniture from renowned brands such as Charles & Ray Eames, Alexander Girard, George Nelson and Isamu Noguchi. Known for its commitment to forming lasting relationships with talented designers, the company is famed for enhancing living, office […]
Meet Muuto: masters of Scandinavian design
Our passion for contemporary design extends far beyond our own range and we’re proud to work with some of the world’s best designer brands. We are delighted to welcome the latest addition to the Heal’s family: Muuto, a Danish brand with a passion for bringing new perspectives to Scandinavian design. We caught up the Muuto team to […]
Great Design at a Great Price: Heal’s on a budget
Furnishing your home can be a balancing act between design and cost, with the best quality pieces coming with the highest price tag. But what if you could have great design at a great price? Whilst it’s easy to fork out a fortune on big name brands, we’ve made sure our range offers good design […]
Heal’s Trend Report 2018: Colour
It’s no secret that colour can have a profound impact on our mood. Red is known for increasing blood circulation making us more aware and for its connotations to power and aggression. Blue, on the other hand, evokes a feeling of calm and serenity. When colour is used in the home, it can be completely transformative […]
Teal Room Décor Ideas
Read our guide for the best teal decor ideas – from the bedroom to the living room, every corner of your house deserves a colour injection.
Scandi Style for Every Room
Scandi style is characterised by simplicity, clean lines, functionality and natural light. It looks to white and timber for inspiration and uses texture and textiles to create warmth and cosiness. As a culture, Scandinavians embrace the notion of ‘hygge’, which can be loosely translated into English as the sensation of being comfortable and feeling […]
Embrace Mid-Century Modern Style
Known for its uncomplicated, clean aesthetic mid-century modern style still looks as fresh today as it did 50 years ago. Organic shapes, tapered legs, and natural materials combine to create designs that are both stylish and comfortable. Dating back to the period between the mid-1930s and the mid-1960s, mid-century modern style emerged as a […]
Tis the season to celebrate: Christmas Table Setting ideas
With Christmas party season in full swing, the competition for best-dressed dinner table is on. We’ve put together three Christmas table settings to help you gather ideas and inspiration for this year’s festive feast. Modern Greenery Our first look focuses on a traditional Christmas colour – green – but with a modern update. We chose a mixture […]
Bring Scandinavian Style To Your Home
There’s beauty in simplicity, and Scandinavian interior design proves it. Simple, authentic, functional and timeless: it’s clear to see why Nordic style has spread from countries such as Norway, Finland, Sweden and Denmark to the rest of the world. – In recent years the term ‘Scandi’ has gained much attention and approval in the […]