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Create a restorative space 


Every home deserves a spot that serves as the ultimate restorative retreat. Creating a harmonious atmosphere with a balance of colour and clever lighting will pave the way for a relaxing interior that feels like your very own luxury getaway.

One way to bring boutique hotel style into the home is to construct pockets of space that are reserved for winding down, like this laid back reading nook. Influenced by the colours of British cottage gardens in the summer, these fabrics weave vibrant hues with organic tones and textures.

A restorative space


RESTFUL STYLE AT HOME


We are all so busy that it's difficult to find time to unwind and yet it's essential for our wellbeing - even if you only have five minutes to spare. We wanted to create an escape that anyone can make at home. You don't need a lot of space, just room for a comfy armchair and a handy side table. Add plump cushions and restful lighting and you'll want to remain there all day.

One of our favourite ways to bring luxury hotel style into the home is to construct pockets of space that are reserved for winding down, just like this laid-back reading nook. Dress these areas with carefully considered wall, floor, and table lighting to illuminate the area accordingly.


LIGHTING


Floor Lamps are a must-have for those seeking a solution to darker corners that need a stylish lift in a living space. Not only do they provide additional lighting, but they can also serve as a statement piece in your home decor. Charmingly hand forged from solid steel, the Nayland Adjustable Reading Lamp features a curved shade arm and tripod stand that can be adjusted in height making it a good choice as a reading light in a bedroom, study or living room setting like this.⁠ Complement the striking silhouette with a bold shade colour like our new Hunstanton Velvet in Raspberry.

Layering your lighting with table lamps is essential for adding depth and modifying the energy around you. Bringing in pools of light from different sources like table lamps is the key to a balanced atmosphere whilst giving you the option to dial up the cosiness alongside your wall lighting if you choose. ⁠Our Hendon Table Lamp is dainty in size with elegant proportions; perfect for highlighting our new 20cm Medium French Drum Shade in Natural Jute with Tassels.

Double Cottage Wall Light

The Cottage Wall Light was one of the first lights we ever made at Jim Lawrence and continues to be one of our most popular designs today.⁠ Available in seven different unique-to-us finishes in both single and double designs, the cottage is an excellent choice for anyone wishing to update their interior without losing any sense of period charm.⁠ To invigorate this rustic design with some seasonal interest we have featured our Empire Candle Clip shades in Raspberry Spring Leaf.


HOME FURNISHINGS


After a busy day, there is no better feeling than to come inside, kick off your shoes, put your feet up and enjoy a moment of peace and quiet. We wanted to embrace this feeling, capturing a luxurious space that invites you to take a moment for yourself. In an area where you might want to read a book, catch up on your favourite interior magazines or enjoy a sip of your favourite tipple, a side table is essential for facilitating other accessories that will make the room feel complete.
Hampton Table

This is our elegant Hampton Table in classic Matt Black, a  charming, three-legged occasional table with decorative feet and a dainty silhouette that is much loved by our customers. Based on occasional tables from the Regency period, it add personality to any room and can be added anywhere you need a little extra space for a table lamp, vase of flowers or to pop down a reading book or cup of tea.

COTTAGE GARDEN COLOURS


When it came to choosing a colour palette, we were inspired by Pantone's colour of the year and the berry tones and pastel shades of a country cottage garden. At this time of year, with the warmth of the day and long summer evenings, it is a joy to be outdoors, whether going for a walk, working in the garden or relaxing with friends and family -  so we wanted to bring the outside in.

Adding a decorative cushion or two is a quick and easy way to invigorate your bedroom or living room with colour and texture. We love the bright, raspberry hue of our latest Hunstanton velvet that instantly lends a sense of luxury to a setting, combined with the softer pink of our Spring Leaf cotton and dusky tones of the Cottage Stripe in Coral.

Raspberry cushions


Contrast these with our wonderful Natural Jute lampshades and you have an inviting corner that it is a pleasure to rest in.

Lampshades in Natural Jute

For more ideas on how to create restful lighting for a good night's sleep, see our blogs on Barely-there bedroom lights and 5 wall lights for a blissful night's sleep in the Jim Lawrence Style Journal.


Browse the Jim Lawrence website to see all of our hand forged and finished lighting and homeware.



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