Artistic license
Studio Notes is a new quarterly series which sees Charlotte Morgan, Creative Director at Trowbridge Gallery London, exploring the latest interiors trends and sharing how art, such as Trowbridge’s – which is made in their Crowborough studio – can work beautifully within your home…
In my new series of columns for Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine I will focus on a variety of interiors topics including inspiration, new collections, and thoughtful ways to use artwork to bring personality, balance, and impact into your interiors…
Tactile Textiles
With counter culture continuing to rise, texture has become a powerful design tool. Layering different tactile elements adds dynamic playfulness to a room, while grounding the space through our sense of touch – an easy way to make a home feel more inviting and lived-in.
Our artwork Eucalyptus Impressions on Ecru lends itself perfectly to this trend, offering subtle texture that enhances rather than overwhelms, and sits comfortably alongside natural, textural materials.
Colour Capping
We’ve all heard of colour drenching – the enveloping, all-consuming use of colour across an entire space. But what about colour capping?
This halfway-house approach involves painting the ceiling in a solid colour and dropping that same shade down to a picture rail. The result is a room that feels gently cocooned in colour, without the bold intensity of a fully drenched interior.
We took a confident approach by pairing Bouquet of Colour with a painted ceiling, but in a softer, more muted artwork would be just as effective for those seeking a subtler finish.
Pattern Party
From decorative tiles and heritage haberdashery to geometric rugs, pattern is making a joyful comeback. More homeowners are moving away from millennial-grey show homes and embracing spaces that feel cosy, layered, and personal.
Artwork is a brilliant way to introduce pattern without commitment. An abstract piece like Twisted Tale brings energy and visual interest, helping a space feel expressive and comfortably lived-in.
Midimalism
How would you describe your interior style – maximalist, nostalgic, or clean and simple?
If you lean towards simplicity, there’s good news. Recent research shows midimalism is quickly becoming one of the most popular interior trends, second only to scandi style. This approach blends the calm restraint of minimalism with the warmth and character of maximalism.
Our artwork Collages captures that balance beautifully, adding depth and warmth without overpowering the space.
Statement Art
Statement art is all about scale, impact and confidence. A large-scale artwork can transform an otherwise overlooked wall, drawing the eye and anchoring the room.
Whether through playful juxtaposition or calm cohesiveness, the goal is to spark joy – and perhaps a conversation. Rather than feeling daunting, one impactful piece removes the pressure of gallery walls, or intricate styling.
With minimal effort, this abstract piece by Jessica Zoob makes a striking statement in any room.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this first edition of Studio Notes. To discover more about our curated collections please visit our website www.trowbridgegallery.com
