Are you at the stage of planning the interior design of your own home but cannot quite settle on one style? Scandinavian minimalism, rustic lightness, or perhaps loft-style modernity? There are plenty of options…
Today we take a closer look at a combination of maximum comfort, understated elegance and remarkable artistry in its simplicity. Presenting – Hampton!
What characterises this timeless interior design style, where did it come from and how do you furnish a home so that it fits its picturesque character? We hurry to answer!
It feels rather luxurious here – the fashion for American interiors
The popularity of the Hampton style grows steadily with every season. It is all thanks to the combination of comfort and style. But how did this model of interior design find its way into our modest homes? It is not hard to guess that its roots are truly American.
The name itself comes from the towns of East Hampton and Southampton on Long Island – two favourite spots of wealthy Manhattan residents, where architects first dared to play with form: on the one hand meeting the demands of an elite that expected luxurious interiors even in their holiday homes, and on the other fitting perfectly into the character of the seaside climate, strongly marked by a sense of relaxation and comfort. Now the results of that creativity are spread across interiors all over the world, precisely in the form of the Hampton style.
This varied mix has stolen our hearts too!
A classic of the genre – how do you furnish a home in the Hampton style?
Interior designers go out of their way to meet their clients' expectations and recreate this unique atmosphere in their new homes without simply copying traditional forms. The most important point in Hampton design is the free and natural combination of New York luxury, art deco classics and rustic details, so as to create a coherent, undisturbed interior.
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Hampton-style furniture
Contrast. That is how you can describe in one word the choice of furniture for a house or apartment arranged in the Hampton style. Here minimalism and a certain simplicity must be combined with creativity reflected in the details. Alongside light sideboards and stylish tables with geometric, often golden ornaments, there must be large armchairs and comfortable sofas with decorative cushions.
Light and natural shades of furniture, a recurring wood motif, plenty of mirrors and rattan details – these cannot be missing. The whole should be complemented by fresh flowers.
Hampton colours
As befits a seaside climate, white, sandy beige verging on the shade of wood, blue and turquoise dominate here, referring both to the colour of the sky and of the water. Most often it is the accessories that stand out with a muted colour palette, while the walls remain white. In the end, the décor is meant to be light, fresh and stylish.
Décor elements that a Hampton home cannot do without
They say the devil is in the details. And that is the honest truth. When arranging a home in the Hampton style, you must not forget a few characteristic details that fully capture the artistry of these interiors. These include nautical-style photographs or posters, wicker furniture, geometric forms of planters and vases, and golden glamour mirrors. Anything that emphasises the maritime character will hit the bullseye!
Bring the seaside atmosphere into your home!
Let the first stone be cast by anyone who has not watched New York holiday homes on the big screen with bated breath. The home of Erica Barry from the cult romantic comedy "Something's Gotta Give" is the quintessence of a Hampton-style interior.
Now you know how to create a Hampton-style interior. Would you go for such a design in your own home?
