As interior designers in the Cotswolds, winter is the season when our clients’ homes truly come into their own. As winter settles in, there is a natural shift towards comfort and retreat. Shorter days, colder weather and evenings spent indoors invite a slower pace, and with it, an opportunity to layer warmth, texture and atmosphere throughout the home.
Winter interiors are not about excess, but about thoughtful additions that enhance how a space feels. From tactile materials to ambient lighting, small details can transform everyday rooms into places of calm and refuge.
Here are some of our favourite winter interior accessories to help create a cosy, inviting home throughout the colder months.
Oversized Basket Storage
Practicality and beauty often go hand in hand. Oversized baskets filled with logs are both functional and decorative, ensuring fires are well stocked while adding texture and warmth to a room.
We particularly love the French champagne harvesting baskets from Anton & K, which bring a rustic, timeworn quality that feels perfectly suited to winter interiors.
Timeless Comfort with Napoleonic Wing Chairs
A well-chosen armchair can define a room in winter. A classic 19th-century Napoleonic-inspired wing chair from Restoration Hardware is a timeless addition, beautifully upholstered in neutral linen with a deconstructed exterior frame and exposed tacks that celebrate traditional craftsmanship.
Layered with generous cushions and throws, it becomes the ultimate place to unwind. We love pairing pieces like this with Bemboka’s sumptuous cashmere throws, which add softness and indulgence without overwhelming the scheme.
Candles and Hurricane Lamps to Set the Mood
Lighting plays a vital role in creating warmth during the winter months. A considered mix of candles and hurricane lamps instantly softens a space and introduces a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.
We enjoy combining the intoxicating aromas of Diptyque and Cire Trudon with the elegant proportions and refined detailing of Ralph Lauren Home hurricane lamps, finished in brass or polished nickel.
Stylish Tableware and Travel Inspiration
Winter evenings invite moments of pause. A beautifully set table or sideboard can elevate even the simplest ritual, whether enjoying a glass of champagne or settling in with a book.
Crystal Wharton coupes from Soho Home bring understated glamour, while Louis Vuitton City Guides offer both visual inspiration and sculptural appeal. From Rio to Hong Kong, they are as beautiful to display as they are to read.
Luxurious Games for Cosy Winter Evenings
Games are a wonderful way to bring people together during winter evenings, and when beautifully designed, they also become decorative objects in their own right.
We are particularly fond of the backgammon boards by Alexandra Llewellyn. Her collaboration with Alice Temperley resulted in the exquisite Alice Temperley Bead board, crafted from natural laurel burl and finished with rosewood, brass, stone and leather detailing. A limited edition piece, it is both playful and luxurious.
Creating a Cosy Winter Home
Winter interiors are about comfort, warmth and atmosphere. By layering tactile materials, soft lighting and considered accessories, it’s possible to create spaces that feel inviting, restorative and deeply lived-in. Small, thoughtful additions can make all the difference — turning the home into a place to truly relax and enjoy the season.