How to decorate with autumnal cinnamon and cream

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Decorate for autumn with cinnamon and creamVictoria Ling

The heat of summer days can be felt in the parched, baked-clay colours of this transitional decorating palette, which also nods to the approach of hygge season with a sprinkling of cinnamon and luxurious, comforting cream. It’s a combination of hues inspired by designer Hannes Peer’s design for Signor Lievito, a Milan-based boulangerie owned by former model Natalija Nikitina, wife of fashion brand No 21’s founder Alessandro Dell’Acqua, which is notable for its perfectly proved colour scheme.

‘Pebble’ chair, Fred Rigby Studio

The curves of this chair’s back are intended to bring to mind the softness of pebbles eroded by the ocean, while the cream bouclé upholstery (using Dedar fabric) adds a cosiness. £1,700, fredrigbystudio.com

wooden chair with pebble shaped back
Fred Rigby Studio

‘Bold’ throw, Magniberg

The neutral tone of this blanket by the Danish brand exudes quiet luxury as well as cosy comfort. For those whose definition of bold is more colourful, the design also comes in a whole host of other hues. £458, selfridges.com

magniberg wool throw
Magniberg

‘Shape #8’ sculpture, Vic Wright Studio

Made from cement and sustainable pigments, this tabletop sculpture (part of a collection by Vic Wright Studio) is hand-cast in the designer’s studio in Manchester. £65, talkingthings.store

stone sculpture
Talking Tables

‘Bamboo’ tiles, Domus

Inspired by the visual impact of swaying bamboo stalks, this three-dimensional tiling by Domus is ideal for cladding whole walls, creating natural texture. Choose between gloss, matt and waxed finishes. £225 per sq m, domusgroup.com

terracotta tiling
Domus

‘Linko Linda Drunk In Love’ rug, Monologue

Rugs are art for your floor, and rarely is that more apparent than with this illustrative design by Henzel Studio, which expresses passion in a its loose lines. £9,410, monologuelondon.com

rug with sketched pattern of people
HENZEL STUDIO Nausta Frozen Cut by Calle Henzel

‘Retro Wave’ cushion, HK Living

The distinctly 1970s palette of this padded cushion condenses this autumnal scheme into one perfect accessory – including toasty browns and a creamy oat milk hue. Approx £25, hkliving.com

hk living 70s colours cushoon
HK Living

‘Podo’ stool, Ferm Living

Made from 50 per cent post-consumer waste cotton and 50 per cent recycled cardboard, this stool is a conscience-lightening buy for a child’s room. It’s extra-small height is ideal for young design fans. £95, fermliving.co.uk

white sculptural small stool
Ferm Living

‘Dune’ table lamp, Luis Gimeno

3D-printed to minimise waste in the production process, this charming lamp by Spanish designer Gimeno has a chubby quality that reminds us of a doughnut or bagel – truly delectable. £680, adorno.design

dune table lamp luis gimeno
Luis Gimeno

‘Visage’ fabric, Camengo

The Jean Cocteau-inspired faces that make up the pattern on this linen-feel cloth have been delicately embroidered. There are five colour variations to choose from, but the design’s elegant lines lend themselves to the simplicity of monochrome. £73.50 per m, camengo.com

wallpaper with abstract sketches of faces
Camengo

‘Assiale’ dining table, B&B Italia

A real statement piece, this design by Piero Lissoni looks especially ready for the entertaining season in this ‘Glossy Clay’ colourway – the ideal complement to the terracotta and cream accents throughout this palette. From £12,441, bebitalia.com

red dining table
B&B Italia

‘Needle’ corduroy, Rose Uniacke

Corduroy is perhaps the most autumnal of fabrics, and the extra-fine lines in this version by Rose Uniacke lend its utilitarian qualities a delicacy and elegance. The ‘Rust’ colour (pictured) gives us especially cosy season vibes. £113 per m, roseuniacke.com

corduroy in rust colour
Rose Uniacke

‘Meh’ mug, Goodhood

Express your feelings about the change of seasons accurately with this loveable ceramic by Modern Pottery Studio. Perfectly sized for a flat white, its handless design is perfect for an artisan roast. £20, goodhoodstore.com

mug with meh face
Goodhood

‘Vine’ fabric, Kirkby Design

The subtle texture of this jacquard weave fabric and its gently toasted ‘Barley’ colourway make it a go-to neutral for this autumn palette. It’s subtle graphic pattern would make a beautiful option for upholstery. £120 per m, kirkbydesign.com

beige jacquard fabric
Kirkby

‘Sacha’ sofa, Resident

Counteract the cosiness of this colour scheme with a piece of furniture that’s angles could not be more precise. Designed by Philippe Malouin, this sofa has a folded backrest intended to provide the ultimate lumbar support. £5,200, twentytwentyone.com

sacha sofa resident
Toaki Okano

‘Dough’ platter, Toogood

What better accompaniment to the cinnamon and toasty tones of this palette than generous cream. The generosity of the curved edge on this platter by designer Faye Toogood and the full-fat quality of the creamy colour make it irresistible for the table. £140, t-o-o-g-o-o-d.com

cream soft edged platter
Toogood

‘Dédales’ wallcovering, Elitis

Plastered walls are high on many people’s home renovation wish lists, but this design by Callidus Guild for Elitis mimics the hand-applied strokes of a master plasterer without the mess. £170 per roll, elitis.fr

dedales wallcovering elitis
Elitis

‘Silo’ side table, Roche Bobois

A trinity of materials – travertine marble, bronzed chrome and glass – combine beautifully to make up this sculptural design by Maurizio Manzoni, which would make the perfect spot to place a warming mug of coffee (make it an Irish for a real autumn treat). £2,210, roche-bobois.com

mixed material side table
Roche Bobois