Why do we fall for walnut wood?
Walnut wood belongs to the category of noble woods, species which are characterized by their rarity. Cultivated in France since Antiquity, walnut is indeed robust and durable, and it is distinguished by its color which varies from light brown to dark brown and its brown or black veining.
Walnut wood being expensive, it was originally mainly used to make furniture and kitchen utensils, more rarely parquet.
While blond wood species such as oak and pine led the way for many years, driven by the craze for the Scandinavian look and bohemian style, walnut wood is making a comeback in the wake of the Mid style. Century.
In this year marked by the importance we give to materials, it stands out more than ever as the type of wood with which we must reckon.
How to integrate walnut wood into your decor?
Walnut furniture is of course the simplest option for integrating this rare species into your interior. However, it is far from being your only option – especially since new materials imitate this material to perfection, which puts the walnut look within reach of all budgets.
With walnut, a small piece of furniture is enough to give a chic and contemporary look to the decor. We take the opportunity to spruce up delicate spaces: small entrance or hallway, for example.
If we could only adopt one walnut piece this season, it might be the dining room table. Do you like to follow trends? Pair it with wood and rope chairs.
The minimalist alternative is the rather stunning combination of the table and the walnut wood bench.
Walnut has a strong character. It is therefore your perfect ally for giving character to a small bathroom or bedroom. Favor suspended furniture, which allows you to reconcile the authenticity of walnut and lightness.
A chill, but very chic lounge? This is entirely possible with the walnut armchair, which is preferably equipped with soft cushions.
The secret to a zen and elegant contemporary decor is the total walnut look. We particularly like it in the bathroom, where we focus on minimalism to accentuate the SPA atmosphere worthy of a grand hotel.
Transforming your very simple interior into a very chic interior: nothing could be simpler! All you have to do is adopt the codes of large Haussmannian residences: ornaments such as moldings, white and parquet floors. For a more contemporary look, forget the chevron pattern, and opt for a walnut laminate which warms up the decor and gives it maximum personality.
How to highlight walnut wood?
Walnut wood stands out for its aesthetic: all it takes is a console or a sideboard to immediately add character to a room. To get the most out of it, we play with colors and materials to enhance it.
To reconcile refined decor and a warm atmosphere, we rely on the combination of walnut furniture and white, or even a bright neutral such as ecru or cream. This luminous frame highlights all the intensity of this dark essence
Chic and daring, the combination of black and walnut wood! This beautifully sober aesthetic is particularly suited to a space dedicated to reflection, such as the office or library.
Soft and full of freshness, blue complements walnut perfectly. We like the combination of light blue and large pieces of furniture – which immediately gains in lightness: a great duo, especially for a very contemporary two-tone kitchen.
Walnut is a type of wood with warm undertones. To accentuate your fiery temperament, we dare to associate it with warm colors. Fall for deep reds, earthy shades such as ocher or terracotta, or even a cognac color.
Walnut is a naturally elegant species. With it, the smallest piece of furniture takes on a special dimension. To give it a more relaxed natural touch, we rely on the association with green plants.
Textures and materials are valuable allies to highlight a decor dominated by walnut. We prioritize textiles: loop wool, tweed, carpets and tufted cushions, in particular.
Traditionally, we associate walnut with glass, playing on the contrast between solid wood and the airy transparency of the glass. This season, however, it is another combination that wins all the votes: walnut and stone, a particularly trendy tandem for the living room coffee table.