Do you have a statement piece in your home that you absolutely love? Whether it’s a traditional armchair covered in eye-poppingly lurid fabric or a one-off, hand-crafted original side table, it should make you feel happy ever time you see it. We’ve tracked down 10 home accessories that won’t be everyone’s cup of tea – in fact, they might be a bit Marmite. With an unusual approach to traditional design, bold colours and unusual patterns, we think you’ll either love them or hate them – but they’re certainly not boring.
1. Opal blue table lamp, Hübsch
With a slight 1960s vibe about it, this table lamp is an artwork in its own right, whether illuminated or not. Made primarily from glass, it plus into the mains. Available from Five and Dime Interiors, it costs £110.
2. Dark abstract pillars mural, Wallsauce
Enjoy mid-century inspired wall art in your home with this made-to-measure wallpaper. Available as a classic paste-the-wall wallpaper, or as a giant sticker. Murals are printed exactly to size, and price varies based on size and material. Find out more at Wallsauce.
3. Brandt red cushion, Gail Myerscough
Inspired by the design principles of The Bauhaus, this cushion is cut and sewn in the UK and is perfect for adding a pop of colour to a neutral chair. Available in a choice of finishes – canvas or faux suede – it comes with a fibre cushion pad. Available in two different sizes, prices start at £35 from Gail Myerscough.
4. Ivona six-light pendant, Nordlux
Bring the wow factor to your living room, kitchen island or dining room with this modern reinvention of the classic chandelier. Made from black steel and smoked glass, it has a cool, industrial luxe look. Add a decorative bulb to put your own stamp on things. £307.95, available from Lime Lace.
5. Green arch pouffe, Hübsch
Another offering from cool Danish brand Hübsch, this handmade pouffe is not only striking but functional. Made from birchwood with a robust polyester cover, it costs £220 from Five and Dime Interiors.
6. Abstract art prints, Hidden Prints
For a quick and easy update, Hidden Prints have a huge range of abstract prints starting at just £5.99 for the A5 size and going up to £35.99 for A1 size. Put together several designs from the same set or mix and match for an eclectic feel. All prints are supplied unframed. You can find out more and browse the whole range at Hidden Prints.
7. Viola abstract face vase, Sweetpea & Willow
This Viola Abstract Face vase is an unusual accent piece for displaying fresh, dried or artificial flowers and looks good by itself, too. Featuring abstract, linework depictions of faces, this ceramic vase will complement any modern or contemporary space and will add a modern touch to any surface. £50, available from Sweetpea & Willow.
8. Trunk ombre vase in blue and yellow, &K Amsterdam
This glass vase creates a pop of colour in any room. The tree-trunk-inspired shape combined with the sprayed coloured glass combines to make an unusual focal point. Hailing from Amsterdam, designer &K (&klevering) embodies quirky Dutch cool, creating twists on classics and a refreshingly playful take on design. The vase costs £40 and is available from My Uncle’s House.
9. Pop retro Memphis design wallpaper, Bobbi Beck
Active between 1980 and 1987, The Memphis Group designed postmodern furniture collections. Their style was to combine asymmetrical shapes with vibrant colours to produce eye-catching interiors. This retro Memphis style wallpaper, ‘Pop’, is a tribute to the original. Available in a range of colours, this design will fit perfectly into any retro-styled space. Available in three different grades – premium, luxury and self-adhesive – prices start at £66/roll from Bobbi Beck.
10. Metamorph mural, Ohpopsi
Transform your living space with this striking mural (above and main image) in paprika and teal. A freely flowing landscape of finely layered colours twist and turn across this organic design. Whether you see mist covered mountains, gently rippling seas or the rolling hills that sit in between, you’ll lose yourself in this dreamscape. Prices start at £209, available from Ohpopsi.
