A signature print for the new season, we sit down with Home Designer Hannah to discuss the tropical inspired Orchid Apple design... read more
Delving into one the biggest interior trends of the season, we’re all about bringing the outside in and elevating our living space with the tropical touch. Inspiring our brand new Palm House collection, it’s a story that includes botanical prints, vibrant colour palettes and innovative designs. Taking centre stage in the collection is our signature print Orchid Apple. Hailing from the Laura Ashley archive, this beautifully hand-drawn design has been reworked with a fresh, modern take to suit the tropical trend of the moment.
Taking time out of her busy schedule, we sat down with our Home Designer Hannah to tell us all about this stand-out print and how she would style it in her own home…
The Orchid Apple print is part of our new Palm House collection, what were the inspirations behind this new range?
Bringing a fresh injection and uplifting feel, our Spring/Summer 15 home collections are all about introducing a bright and inviting atmosphere to any living space. Tapping into the tropical trend, Palm House really encompasses the botanical feel with floral and fauna motifs with a palette of apple, primrose and pale topaz. In-keeping with the Laura Ashley heritage, it was only natural for our Palm House collection to feature an archival print that will surely stand the test of time – introducing our Orchid Apple print!
Orchid Apple Fabric | Wallpaper
Tell us, why were you drawn to the Orchid Apple print in the archive?
The original artwork was a hand-painted watercolour piece, depicting stylised exotic plants such as jasmine, orchids, birds of paradise and palm leaves. Beautifully drawn, the timeless quality of the print was complementary addition to the Palm House collection.
The original print and the newly reworked design.
Talk us through the process from the archive print to the finished design, how was the pattern adapted?
Without wanting to stray too far from the original design, we wanted to capture the tropical element of the print yet enhance the colour and overall design for a more contemporary look. Flourishes of fauna and florals were added to make the print fuller, and we also introduced a fresher palette with hints of topaz and apple for a modern feel.
How would you style the Orchid Apple print in your home?
Being such a versatile print, the Orchid Apple works effortlessly in any living space. Bringing a bright and airy feel to any room, it would look equally striking as feature wall as a hint of botanical design or as full on decorating story. When wallpapering, I would definitely suggest pairing the print with our Apple White paint which has a subtle hint of apple colouring, this would complement the design without appearing too stark.
Additionally our new Pale Topaz paint and Pale Primrose would be a lovely base colour to set off the Orchid Apple print. The co-ordinating Palm Leaf print design compliments the Orchid Apple print well, without being too matchy.
Orchid Print Pillow Case | Orchid Embroidered Cushion
If you’re looking to refresh your home with a few tropical touches, our Orchid Apple print is also available across our Made to Measure services, including curtains, blinds and even lamp shades. For a decorative touch, elevate your bedroom with the crisp Orchid Apple bedding set and coordinating cushion.
Transporting us to a faraway climate, the Orchid Apple print is certainly hitting high on our interiors agenda for SS15. For a closer look at our Palm House collection, take a peek at our online catalouge here.