Transforming Your Living Spaces with Wild Yarn

It’s no secret Australians can sometimes play it safe when it comes to interior design. Often people tend to gravitate towards comfortable pieces of furniture and understated palettes when decorating their homes. There’s nothing wrong with leaning towards safety and opting for neutral selections (we’re big fans of beige over here!), but sometimes you might want to step out of your comfort zone. So, how can you add an element of interest to your space without overwhelming your room, and yourself for that matter? 

We’re sitting down with the incredible team at Wild Yarn to discuss this topic and discover how you can take a blank canvas living space and refresh it through striking rug additions. 

Transform Through Colour

Neutral palettes can be completely aesthetic, but they often lie at the heart of comfort zones. They’re perfect for creating a timeless, minimalist look, but if you want to add a touch of boldness to your palette, colour is the perfect way to do so. The benefit of having a neutral base means that a large variety of colours will suit your space without too many big changes. 

For example, a gorgeous organic tone, like the Skye Moss Rug, would instantly bring depth and a pop of colour to your living room. The green will stand out against the subtle neutrals but thanks to its earthy tone, your space will still feel grounded and relaxed. 

Mood board created on Style Sourcebook.

Transform Through Texture 

If colour isn’t your thing but you still want to elevate your living spaces, why not add in some texture? Texture is the perfect way to create interest and tactility that feels just as good as it looks. We recommend doing this through various materials that complement each other, such as linen, timber, jute and wool. Combining materials, especially natural ones, allows you to create contrast which is exactly what’s needed when you’ve got a blank canvas-type space.

For example, we love the Briar Jute & Wool Natural Rug. Its stunning blend of twisted jute yarn with the softness of wool adds just the right amount of visual interest to your space while playing into that contrast.  

Mood board created on Style Sourcebook.

Transform Through Pattern 

Combine the best of both colour and texture to transform your living spaces through pattern. Patterns sometimes have a risky status when it comes to interior design, but when done correctly, they can help create a beautiful living space. A really good way to achieve the right amount of pattern that will transform and elevate your space is through rugs. Plus, rugs are ideal for adding current trends into your space without undergoing a complete renovation. 

For example, geometric patterns have been gaining popularity again with their striking shapes and forms. The Metro Maze Rust Wool Rug combines earthy sophistication with mid-century modern design, featuring a bold geometric pattern and a natural colour palette of rust tones and creams. Pieces, such as the Metro Maze Rug, would make a distinctive, yet timeless addition to your space.

Mood board created on Style Sourcebook.

So, if you’re ready to step outside of your comfort zone and transform your space, rugs may just be the perfect option for you. Explore the entire range of rugs from Wild Yarn, or begin bringing your dream living room space to life using our mood board tool which also features an incredible range of Wild Yarn products.