It seems that the fashion for natural materials in the interior is experiencing a real renaissance.
The last time the trend made itself felt back in the 1970s, and since then furniture and accessories made of rattan and bamboo have become an example of a harmonious combination of style and care for nature. Designer IKEA Alexander Burtsev explains why you should pay attention to sustainable furniture this season.
Aesthetics
Rattan and bamboo furniture in the home is an interior element with unique handcrafted features. The sleek shapes and subdued colors of this furniture emphasize the desire for freedom of expression and pay tribute to eco-traditions. In order for an armchair, sofa or stool made of wicker materials to look organic, you should not change all existing furniture. Feel free to place your glass coffee table or your favorite floor lamp next to them.
Environmentally friendly
Rattan and bamboo are renewable resources. In the production of furniture and accessories from them, the harmful effect on the environment is minimized. Plus, dark bamboo is usually thrown away. Furniture from it turns out to be “warm”, dynamic and mobile. Rattan makes great products for gatherings, relaxation or home decoration. In order to shape this material, its fibers are soaked in boiling water and dried in the sun. Only after such careful processing can unique products be made from rattan: light and graceful armchairs, practical stools and baskets. By choosing rattan, you are supporting the transition to renewable resources.
Practicality
By weight, furniture and accessories made of rattan and bamboo are almost imperceptible. They can be easily rearranged from place to place. They are also easy to care for: just wipe them once a week with a damp sponge. The variety of shapes of rattan and bamboo products allows you to create multifunctional furniture. For example, a stool can be used both as a footrest and as a side table where you can hide your favorite books and magazines. Rattan baskets will become a stylish home accessory. They can be beautifully folded bedding or any other textiles.
Originality
Flexible and durable rattan with a smooth, tactile texture refreshes the interior design, while the warm and sustainable bamboo gives it a light summer mood.
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