Materials
Furniture and Material Selection: Getting It Right
How to choose furniture and materials that look beautiful, feel right and last.
Scale first
Furniture that is the wrong size undermines any interior. Plan furniture layouts to scale before choosing pieces, and consider custom furniture where standard sizes do not fit.
Material compatibility
Build a palette of three to five primary materials — for example oak, stone, linen and brushed metal — and repeat them across the home for coherence.
Durability and maintenance
Consider children, pets and daily use. Performance fabrics, sealed stone and robust finishes keep a home looking good for longer.
Sample in real light
Always review samples in the actual space, in daylight and artificial light. Colours and finishes shift significantly between showroom and home.
Craftsmanship
Look closely at joinery, upholstery and finishing. Well-made furniture is an investment that outlasts trends.
