Have fun with playful style! Inspired by children’s games, design is playful and colorful. XXL volumes, inflated seats and gourmand colors, the playful trend energizes your decor and frees you from classic codes.
Discover our tips for creating a cheerful, pop and totally uninhibited atmosphere.
It’s up to you!
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Both whimsical and sleek, tubular shapes catch the eye and intrigue as much as they stimulate the imagination. From Axel Chay’s Modulation floor lamps to Petite Friture’s Neotenic table lamp, mix colors and textures for a cutting-edge decor that doesn’t take itself too seriously.
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A gourmand color reminiscent of cotton candy, Petite Friture’s Bubbles coat hooks in blown glass that take on the appearance of colorful chewing-gum bubbles, and a &Klevering mirror with a frame chiseled like churros: the playful trend is sure to make our mouths water!
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With its XXL volumes, the playful style assumes its extravagant side. The idea is to recapture the freshness of childhood and marvel at the astonishing silhouettes in vibrant colors. For a playful decor, opt for the swollen shapes of Uma Objects’ T4 modular sofas or the geometric structure of Stamuli’s Tagadà chairs.
With the arrival of fine weather, Playful style takes up residence in the garden and invites lightness. Gone are the days of dark wooden outdoor furniture or overly conservative garden furniture. This season, we dare to be whimsical, with generous shapes and pop colors to liven up our outdoor spaces.
Poppy red, lagoon blue, prairie green or sunshine yellow: vitamin-rich hues take center stage on seats and tables. Silhouettes, too, are more daring: rounded curves, XXL volumes and mischievous details inject a dose of good humor into every corner.
“The trick?
To bring softness to a busy garden, opt for garden armchairs with curved lines.”
In the shade of hundred-year-old oaks or on the cobblestones of the terrace: the garden is no longer just a place to relax, but a joyful stage for uninhibited design, designed to surprise as much as to seduce.
From glasses and vases to carafes and candleholders, decorations are decked out in their most beautiful colors, taking you back to childhood.
Translucent finishes, bouncy silhouettes, sweet hues… Each decorative element creates a sensation and becomes a topic of conversation with your guests. On the table, the pieces accumulate without complex: mismatched glasses are displayed in gourmet cameos, vases play the role of tangy sculptures, and decanters are transformed into joyfully offbeat centerpieces.
“Rubik's cube or Tetris?
For a decoration that appeals to young and old alike, opt for colorful geometric shapes.”
Over dinner or a summer aperitif, lit by Stack candles from Stan Editions stackable in the style of the famous brick set, childhood memories come flooding back in a relaxed, colorful atmosphere.
Good humor guaranteed! Playful style is that little spark of whimsy that transforms everyday moments into light-hearted, joyful moments of conviviality.
Playful design is the art of combining aesthetics, functionality and good humor. More than just a style, it’s a joyful approach to decorating that breaks the wise codes of interior design. Rounded shapes, shifted proportions, vibrant colors and unexpected materials: every room becomes a playground for the imagination. Playful design doesn’t take itself seriously, but it’s far from superficial. It breathes life into everyday spaces, invites interaction and creates an environment in which we feel good. Playful design claims total creative freedom: anything goes, as long as it makes you smile.
Playful design can be found in every room of the house: from the living room to the dining room, including the entrance hall. For a cheerful, quirky ambience, opt for furniture with original shapes and bright colors. In the living room, the ColorTherapis coffee table, with its green and blue tubular base, adds an invigorating touch, while Fatboy’s Sumo sofa, with its generous, plush curves, is the perfect embodiment of playful comfort. In the dining room, the Elephante table by Mogg, with its oversized design and lacquered finish, imposes its style with panache. For a coherent whole, Moustache’s Bold chairs, with their graphic, tubular design, add a dose of fun.
Playful design isn’t limited to centerpieces: bookcases, storage units and shelves are also adorned with singular shapes and vibrant hues. Kartell’s iconic Componibili, modular and colorful, is a perfect example of this whimsical trend. The Made in Design catalog is packed with the perfect furniture to bring playful design into your home.
As you’ll have guessed, the playful design has fun with flashy colors that transmit good vibes. The watchword? Contrast. Shades are not about nuance, but about sharp contrasts to create graphic effects, like the Tagadà chair by Stamuli. Red, green, yellow, pink or blue, the key is to embrace a colorful, uninhibited design.
In small touches, playful design blends perfectly with other decorating styles. Extravagant silhouettes and vibrant colors stand out all the better when combined with neutral shades and more classically designed furniture. In the living room, colorful Bubbles & Bottles POLSPOTTEN carafes energize a Scandinavian sideboard with timeless lines. As for the garden, Uma Objects T4 outdoor seating in white and yellow bayadere stripes combines perfectly with the Riviera style of your terrace. Thanks to its fresh, playful design, Uma Objects can be used in any interior.
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