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Trends come and go, so as an interior designer, I always look for ideas that feel timeless – design principles that never lose their charm, no matter what\u2019s trending on Instagram. One of my favourites? Layering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Layering in interior design is much like layering in fashion. It\u2019s the art of adding depth, character, and richness to a space through thoughtful combinations of texture, tone, scale, and material. It\u2019s what makes a room feel collected<\/em> rather than decorated – and it\u2019s one of the secrets behind those effortlessly styled interiors you fall in love with in magazines or on Pinterest or Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is Layering in Interior Design?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Think of layering as building a story within a room. It\u2019s about creating visual and tactile interest by adding multiple elements – some subtle, some bold – that work together in harmony. You can layer anything<\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n