Urban, city chic

Clara Tilt believes that attention to detail adds a genuine uniqueness to any interior style. Urban city chic gives her the opportunity to be extremely creative in ensuring that each and every colour, piece and accessory has maximum impact.

An encounter with urban city chic

Urban city chic is highly creative, gaining its inspiration from the space within a building rather than the building itself. Usually a little 'less is more', it's all about making every element count.

Unusual materials, pared-down furnishings and bold statement walls are all synonymous with urban city chic. It's important to make the look impressive without being intimidating - so a sharp and tailored lobby will need some creative concealed lighting to add warmth and depth.

Form and function

Technology is very important - it should be readily available, easy to access and yet discreet. Ultimately, urban city chic is a look where beauty and function go hand in hand. Seating is as comfortable as it is stylish and wardrobes are as spacious as they are concealed. Take a look at our inspiration pieces opposite for some great examples - as well as some thoughts on how colour can bring the look to life.

* Picture supplied by Harlequin

Top tips to make urban city chic work

  • Invest in a great lighting plan.
  • Use unusual materials such as leather for decorative wall panels.
  • Statement pieces of art and sculpture look stunning in public areas.
  • Avoid clutter and conceal storage.
  • Use exotic plants to define particular areas.
  • Source unusual one-off designer pieces of furniture and invest in bespoke items.
  • Create a feature wall. Choose a wall in a room that you feel would have the most impact when decorated in a bold colour, pattern or texture.

Urban City Chic colour palette