Boho Interior Design
The new way to execute Boho Interior Design is to turn down the colour, turn up the texture, and channel the light. This creates a calm, ambient interior where neutrals shine, warm timbers bring depth, and tactility is ever-present. It’s easy, breezy and beautiful.
What Is Boho Interior Design?
Inspired by the hippie movement of the 1960s, Boho Interior Design has certainly come a long way since its early inception.
Although Bohemian design originally featured a kaleidoscope of colours, its modern interpretation (at least in Australia), is far more neutral – leaning heavily into the coastal approach of embracing texture over hue.
This design aesthetic is one we’ve implement for many of our design clients due to its bright, ambient and nature-inspired feel; a popular look that bodes well for our relaxed lifestyle.
Key Features of Boho Interior Design
- Layered textures and patterns dominate, with a celebration of all things organic and tactile
- Use of natural materials is king in the Boho Interior Design movement; think wicker, rattan, jute, and more.
- Eclectic decor can bring interest to this simple backdrop; treasured pieces that tell a story really shine in this look, as do handmade items
- A crisp white colour palette is layered with warm wood tones, soft neutrals like beige and grey and the occasional pop of green
- Coastal influences; this is an easy, breezy look that blurs the lines between indoors and out
Our Recent Boho Interior Design Projects
Applying Boho Interior Design In Your Home
Layered Textures and Patterns
Texture is everything in the Boho Interior Design style. The medley of materials is what makes it feel so interesting. Because the colour is turned down, furniture and decor that feels organic, earthy and artisanal is the key to keeping the look elevated. It’s that balance of rustic timbers alongside soft organic linens and natural stone that make the Boho vibe so special. Leather and boucle can also be worked in.
Use of Natural Materials
This is not a design style where cold, high-gloss materials are seen. Instead, it’s all about that sense of nature; timber grains are visible, woven details are present, and rustic influences are encouraged. Wicker, jute, rattan, oak, sisal are all welcome in the Boho style, as are breathable linen and cotton. The less processed the materials are (or appear to be) the better.
Eclectic Decor
While the furniture takes its cue from costal design (think slipcover sofas, white sheer curtains and weatherd timbers) the decor you put on top can be rather eclectic. Not only do handmade pieces help you develop more of a story, but keepsakes and mementoes from overseas travels also feel right at home due to their sentimentality. They bring interest to a subdued backdrop, and allow you to personalise rooms in small ways.
Warm Colour Palette
Although the walls in a Boho home are going to be white, and the hard flooring rather light in tone, you can avoid the look feeling sterile by embracing warmth in timbers. The more detail on the timber, the better. You can also introduce tan as an accent colour to bring more warmth to the look, and balance it out with subtle sage green shades if you feel you need some colour. Indoor plants help bring in greenery too.
Coastal Influences
The Boho look is less global and more coastal nowadays. Elements like barn doors, plantation shutters, white sheer curtains and woven wall hangings are welcomed. Look to embellishments in soft furnishings too, like frayed edges and tassels on towels and blankets to deliver interest in small ways. Bring the outdoors in by displaying large-scale indoor plants and flowers on tabletops.
Client Reviews
“The result is better than we expected. He has taken into consideration all our desires and then transformed it into our dream home. It was a luxury to have our home styled by TLC – and one of the most exciting things we’ve done”.
“Chris understood exactly what I wanted to do with my home. From concept to completion he was on top of everything. Seeing the end product I was like ‘why didn’t I get him here sooner?’ Mind. Blown”.
“I’ve never worked with an interior designer before, and was very wary of the entire process. But meeting Chris and seeing his ideas materialise into the apartment I now live in, was an amazing journey for me,”.
“Chris has been so lovely to work with. He didn’t try to push us outside of our comfort zone which we were worried about when first hiring an interior designer. We wish we had engaged him earlier!”.
“We appreciated their integrity, honesty, punctuality, respectfulness and commitment. Communication was excellent so we knew where we were every step of the way. Our project was completed on time and on budget.”.
“The best thing about it was that Chris was able to figure out exactly what we wanted and came up with an entire house of items that just work perfectly. For the cost you get exponentially more value back.”
Create Your Dream Bohemian Style Home With Us
Let us help you transform your space into the perfect Bohemian sanctuary that feels light and bright, refined but relaxed.
From initial consultation to final styling, our interior design service provides everything you need to achieve the Bohemian style you’ve always wanted.
There are so many ways to execute the Boho look, and thankfully we’ve worked with a number of clients to deliver a vibe that suits their home and unique needs – no cookie cutter approach, but a truly tailored offering.
Book a free discovery call with us and experience the beauty of Boho style interior design in your home.
Looking for something a little different? Discover our other signature interior design styles, from modern to farmhouse to art deco – and choose what best suits you.
