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Why latte interiors are neutrals lovers’ next favourite trend

Posted on 4th November 2024

How do you like your coffee? Espresso, Americano, perhaps macchiato or mocha? Well, neutrals lovers gather round! We’ve got a new trend on our radar – and we think you will love it, too. Say hello to latte interiors…

Picture cosy, earthy designs which ooze equal parts calm and charm. “The latte interiors trend is all about embracing the warm, soft, and soothing tones found in your favourite coffee blend – from creamy beiges to caramel browns,” explains Louisa Swannell, head of creative design at Walls and Floors. “It’s a grounded and inviting look that’s wonderfully versatile, bringing a sense of calm and timeless style to any room.”

And, according to Laminam’s R&D director, Claudio Corniola, this trend is predicted to stick around well into next year, too. So, if latte interiors tick your boxes, how can you recreate this look in your own home?

Closeup of mocha-coloured tiles. — Palma Classic Mocha matte porcelain brick wall tile, £47 per sq m, Lusso.

Latte kitchen ideas

Let’s start in the kitchen. Nadine Chadwick, head of marketing at Nolte Kitchens, says: “The recent surge in latte-coloured kitchens is the latest evolution in a trend towards neutral kitchens. It’s the perfect neutral palette for many. It’s contemporary, charming and brightens a room while maintaining warmth, allowing you to add colour without going overboard – keeping your kitchen elegant, cosy and timeless.”

Neutral kitchen with wood furniture, beige tiles and steel appliances. — 150cm Opera duel fuel range cooker, £5879, and 150cm Opera chimney hood, £889, both Smeg. Photography: Beth Davis.

So, if you’re redoing your space from scratch, this is a good opportunity to embrace blond wood or off-white cabinetry, along with creamy-coloured surfaces, from worktops and flooring to splashback tiles. Create a cohesive scheme by choosing neutral appliances – whether that’s big and built-in or small countertop everyday gadgets.

To add depth and interest, mix and match various neutral tones, such as light beige with darker taupes and browns, for your lighting and finishing touches.

Neutral kitchen design with handleless furniture and a peninsula with seating. — Design by K’Arte Design. Photography: Nick Smith

Modern kitchen design with sleek cabinetry in a mocha colour and pared-back surfaces. — Velluto range in Lava Matte, price on application, Nolte Kitchens.

Scandi kitchen-diner with wood surfaces, neutral seating and cosy cushions. — Drift large sofa in Fine Chenille Oyster, £1175; Bobble tree cushion, £22; Natural trio tree cushion, £20, and Natural knit effect rug, from £110, Next.

Neutral dining room with white table and wood and rattan chairs. — Mellow Neutral, £28 for 1 litre of emulsion paint, YesColours.

Latte-coloured bathrooms

Moving into the bathroom, the latte interiors trend is ideal for achieving a relaxing retreat. “Neutrals are a bathroom staple, however, 2025 will move away from sterile white-washes, and bring in cosy milky tones that evoke feelings of comfort and cleanliness,” Lewis Neathey, leader, product management LIXIL EMENA and Grohe UK, predicts.

Latte-coloured bathroom with glossy tiles, white basin and LED mirror. — Camberwell unit with worktop, from £1794, Britton.

“In the bathroom, this trend can make the space feel warm and serene, creating a cosy yet sophisticated atmosphere ideal for relaxation,” says Louisa. So, to bring the latte interiors trend to life in your bathroom, Louisa recommends starting with a foundation of warm, neutral-toned tiles on the walls and floors. “Think matt finishes in creamy off-whites or earthy taupes. Add a wood vanity or storage unit in a honey or walnut tone to bring in a natural element and layer textures with plush towels, a cosy bathmat, and accessories like woven baskets in soft, sandy shades,” she says.

Modern bathroom design with wall-mounted storage unit, built-in basins and a freestanding tub. — Project by Nunu Interior Design featuring M.E. collection by Graff, from £432.

Mike Whitfield, interiors expert at luxury kitchen and bathrooms brand at Lusso, agrees and adds: “A natural wood vanity unit, for example, contributes to the neutral colour palette whilst adding a different texture as a point of interest. Similarly, a show-stopping freestanding stone bath provides you with an eye-catching focal point.”

Latte-coloured bathroom with concrete-effect basin, reeded shower surfaces and gold brassware. — Exos 100 cabinet with Petro rectangular stone-effect concrete vessel basin in Alabaster White with Tranquil Matt Cashmere furniture, Hib.

Modern bathroom design with wall-mounted stone-effect shelf with built-in sink, an oval mirror and a shelf for storage. — Aurora Almond solid surface, from £330 per linear m, Himacs.

Tile drenched bathroom with a wall-mounted wood vanity unit and shower glass panel. — Boscostone Beige Matt wall and floor tiles, £19.99 per sq m, Tile Mountain.

Latte bathroom design with white sanitaryware and black brassware. — Terra di Matera porcelain surface on back wall and flooring, and Terra di Saturnia on bath wall and in the shower, both Laminam.

Latte-coloured bathroom with a freestanding bath and matching basins. — Vermont freestanding stone bath, £1347, Nôsa.

Neutral bedroom ideas

Melissa Denham, interior design expert at Hammonds Fitted Furniture, says ‘warm latte cream’ is the colour of the Autumn Winter 2024 season. “A neutral bedroom design focuses on using minimal tones and a simplistic design. Colour schemes are muted, staying well clear of brights and loud patterns that are thought to stimulate the mind instead of letting it wind down,” she says.

“Although your colour scheme will be pared back and simple, you can still make your bedroom cosy and inviting using a range of textures and layers. Natural fabrics will tie in very well with the theme, as well as contribute to making your bedroom more sustainable, so opt for cottons mixed with linen, wool and silk to achieve a sumptuous, layered look.”

Design your dream neutral bedroom with the help of light wood storage solutions, cream-coloured bedding and tactile soft furnishings, and beige wall and floor coverings, such as paint, wallpaper, and cosy carpet or rugs.

So, are you inspired to enjoy your morning coffee in a latte-coloured home?