Layering Warmth: Styling African Décor pieces and pillows for a Cozy Autumn

November 15, 2024

Embrace the autumn color palette to bring warmth into your home. Shades of brown, orange, and gray are commonly seen in our daily surroundings, and these can easily be integrated into the accessories you choose, without needing to replace any of your furniture. Decorative pillows add a lovely accent to your armchair, sofa, or even your bedroom, and become especially interesting when the materials, techniques, and patterns hint at an African origin. The  Line and Burning Sun pillows, felt cushions from South Africa, and the Moroccan cushion collection offer the possibility of harmonious combinations that create visual interest as well as the cozy comfort we seek, making our spaces welcoming and authentically beautiful.

Your decor can also include table ceramics such as vases or containers in brown tones, featuring unique designs that capture attention wherever they are placed. Wood is a must-have element in any winter setup. Here, the craftsmanship of African woodworkers invites us to incorporate wooden stools, either as decorative pieces or functional items. Place them near the fireplace and use them comfortably, whether you need a spot to warm up or to organize firewood. The intricate designs crafted by these artists on the bases of the stools make them perfect for use as book stoppers in your library, as they each have unique stories to tell—just like all the decorative items from BENU.