Innovative design trend inspired by the 1970s

There is a trend for interior style inspired by 1970s design that commonly features wall-to-wall deep pile brown carpets.

Many interior designers are creating room decors that resemble luxury avant-garde Italian homes from the 1970s. Tiffany Howell, a Los Angeles based designer, explains the appeal of the seventies look:

“The ’70s brought on the love of lounging. The colours and fabrics created a sense of lushness and plushness.”

Many believe they are living in troubled times post-Covid, with high inflation levels and huge energy bills. People want their homes to be a sanctuary, a place to relax and socialise in. The 1970s look creates the illusion of living in an era with a more carefree attitude to life.

The 1970s was a time when pop culture influenced design which could be garish, bright and outrageous. Tiffany Howell says:

“We live in deeply disturbing times. It’s very understandable that we would look to design styles with outrageous forms.”

The home of designer Marion Maeander features the 1970s look, with stainless steel seatbelt chairs and a sunken living room that has a low sofa and a deep pile carpet, which she often sits on to relax with a drink. She loves the 1970s style for its glamour and chic look.

The 1970s style may not be a top trend in England and Wales, but 1970s type plush texture dark colour carpets in Chester and North Wales homes are a great way to add a touch of plush luxury to a room.