(Credit: Franco Albini Style Rattan Settee Rattan by VintageandSwoon)
Even though we generally discourage “trends” pieces at FlatPack It Up, and are in favour of more long-term purchases, we cannot help but make an exception for bamboo. Arguably the most sustainable material for furniture making, bamboo is the fastest growing plant in the world, comes in all shapes and sizes and can be bent, flattened or woven. So how do we style this sustainable gem of a material?
Add Greenery.
The natural look and feel of bamboo means it pairs perfectly with indoor greenery, such as planters, pots and succulents. To accentuate this “tropical” vibe opt for leafy ferns in mosaic pots. This interior by @carlaypage is the perfect example of how combining bamboo and greenery creates an open, light and inviting space. We love the earth tones of the wood combined with the fresh green of the huge planters.
(Credit: @carlaypage instagram)
Think 70s.
It is impossible not to draw on 1970s aesthetic when styling bamboo. “Rattan” sofas, chairs and tables were everywhere during this era. Interiors during the 70s sported a bohemian and messy style that oozed character. Quirky and loud shapes were also popular, pushing the boundaries of furniture’s structural form. Don’t be afraid to relive this trend when styling your next space! We love the the circular bamboo bar cart below (found on http://www.hsbposelki.ru/ideas) that embodies the 70s style, especially paired with a green, mid-century modern sofa and leafy fern. The flower seat below (styled by coastal_style.blogpost.com.au) is also a throwback to the hippie aesthetic of the 70s.
(Credit: http://www.hsbposelki.ru/ideas)
(Credit: coastal_style.blogpost.com.au)
Effortless mess?
Due to its versatility bamboo furniture pieces are often intricate and detailed, meaning they are a feature piece in an interior space. It is important to sport a kind of effortless “mess” that is still minimal – think a blanket casually “thrown” over a sofa arm chair or a “disorganised” clutter of knick-knack items on a cabinet. The key to pulling this off is not to be precious about where things are kept or just over-styling in general. The best spaces constantly change, are effortlessly messy and looked “lived-in”!
(Credit: http://www.thoughtsfromalice.com/2016/03/eclectic-bohemian-bedroom-reveal.html?m=1)
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