‘Quiet luxury’ in interior design

Globally, we’re seeing a shift away from ostentatious spaces and flashy design choices, and a movement towards restrained interior schemes where quality products and thoughtful design speak for themselves. This leads to spaces that have a welcoming ambience and intentional feel - not just ‘design for design’s sake’ or to showcase a high interior budget.

In this article we explore ‘quiet luxury’ and how you can bring it into your interiors. (And of course, your space should be inspired by your story, and by the way you want to live - so if you love everything big, bold and shiny, we’d love to help you bring your ideas to life!)

The first thing to understand about quiet luxury is the ‘quiet’ part: this refers to furnishings and finishes where the product’s quality speaks for itself. Perfectly-sized custom pieces, artisan craftsmanship and stunning natural materials all take priority over flashy logos, trendy brands, or ostentatiously expensive materials.

Quiet luxury is also in the details: consider meticulously hand-stitched seams or hand-tufted rugs, beautiful vintage detailed vintage pieces, and practical elements like soft-close cabinets and elegant hidden storage.

Quietly luxurious details from Baya (L) and Weave (R)

Spaces that celebrate quiet luxury feel carefully curated, but not deliberately over-styled. This makes sure that the room still feels welcoming, and that you and your guests will feel comfortable using the space - instead of feeling like you’re entering a museum where you’ll get in trouble for sitting on the “good” couch.

The warm, welcoming feel of quiet luxury is largely thanks to muted colour palettes, which often start with a base of layered neutrals before introducing warm earth tones or rich, deep hues. You’re unlikely to find bright pops of colour or bold feature walls.

This harmonious dining space features Bottega Caliza tile from Porcelanosa

Quiet luxury also embraces natural materials; think the subtle texture of linen, the warmth of timber wood flooring, and the organic shapes in hand-thrown ceramics. These materials, with their inherent imperfections and tactile qualities, add layers of visual interest and a sense of authenticity that is central to the aesthetic.

Achieving a quietly luxurious space means embracing a design that feels clean but not cold. This is where the interplay of form and texture becomes crucial. Instead of sharp, severe lines, consider furniture with gentle curves and soft edges.

A simple, sophisticated living space featuring Bjelin XL timber flooring from Belgotex

The overall combination of carefully chosen, high-quality pieces and soft colour palettes create spaces that feel timeless and refined.

If you’d like to bring this aesthetic to life in your own home, book a design consultation to start creating a quietly luxurious space inspired by your story.