Lockdown across the UK (and, frankly, the world) has seen most of us spending a lot more time at home. It has also had a profound impact on our collective mental health. Living through a pandemic is something that can only be described as traumatic, and many of us have struggled at one point or another. Statistics show that around 25% of UK adults have experience loneliness during the pandemic, and around 13% have experienced suicidal thoughts.
With these two things in mind, it is no wonder that a lot of people are loving a more soothing look when it comes to choosing home decor. If you are looking for some calming interior inspiration, look no further than these 10 Instagram accounts.
@Interioryesplz
Vero posts a mixture of home inspiration from her own house and other people’s – she has amassed over 250 k followers, which shows that people have an overwhelming love for this interior style. Think muted tones, neutrals, house plants and natural light.
@Nest_number_9
Based in Oxfordshire, Izzy Leonard is decorating a 3-bed townhouse in what she calls an eclectic, Scandi, mid-century vibe. Her account has over 118 k followers. She regularly shares images of her home, filled with various shades of green and grey as well as plenty of natural wood and of course, house plants!
@53houseplantsandme
There is a house plant theme across many of these interior accounts – house plants are proven to have a positive impact on our mental health. Psychological benefits of indoor plants include reduced stress levels, increased productivity and an overall improved mood. Catherine, owner of @53houseplantsand me, definitely recognises this. Her space is filled with greenery as well as soothing pastel colours in every shade you could imagine! From pastel blue door frames to pale pink kitchen walls, this is definitely a calming interior.
@At_the_willow_tree
From muted naturals – think beige, grey and cream – to pampas grass, Charlene’s 1930s home is incredibly soothing to look at. Her account has over 45 k followers, and shares regular renovation updates showcasing different angles of the different rooms in her house. She is also amazing at featuring stylish seasonal decor that fits in well with her overall theme – all in all, her account will definitely provide some amazing soothing decor inspiration.
@At.home.with.ali
If a minimalist vibe is soothing to you, you’ll love Ali’s account. Black and white decor is interspersed with neutrals like wood and rattan, and her kitchen organisation is so dreamy! The fresh white walls give such a clean look to the house – and of course, there are house plants and pampers grass dotted around too…
@Homewithrue
This account, with 760 k followers, shares home decor inspiration from people around the world. On here you’ll find plenty of natural light, house plants, neutral shades – all of the things you’ll have come to expect, but incorporated completely differently in every image. You’ll definitely be in awe of some of the interior design shared over here!
@Martaa_home
Based in Szczecin, Poland, Marta writes her captions in Polish but the language of home decor itself is international – her home is almost entirely white and natural wood, with various house plants thrown into the mix too. It looks perfectly cosy and incredibly calming, full of blankets, cushions and various seating areas. It’s almost a breath of fresh air to look at.
@Mybedroomspace
We’re all spending a lot more time in our bedrooms, right? This account shoes daily bedroom inspiration from different people, aiming for cosy vibes which they definitely deliver on. Think fairy lights, fluffy blankets, warm tones, clever storage ideas and much more!
@Home_at_hawthorn
Katie, who runs this account, is based in Hertfordshire and describes her home interior style as Scandi, Nordic and neutral – which it really is. There is plenty of black and white, with various wooden tones thrown in and styled to perfection. Of course there are house plants too, as well as pampas grass and wonderfully incorporated shapes – round vases, abstract mirrors and more.
@Thistle.harvest
Sharing simply DIYs as well as interior styling, Hannah is updating her husband’s childhood home – and the vibe is definitely one of serenity. Those neutral tones we know so well are complemented by warm greens and plenty of light, cosy space and (you guessed it!) house plants.
These 10 Instagram accounts are full of soothing home decor inspiration, and there’s a whole lot more where they came from. It is important to remember, though, that Instagram is a highlights reel for most; nobody’s house or home is perfectly clean and tidy all of the time, and it’s perfectly okay if your’s hardly ever is! But if you are looking for some ideas to make your space calmer, check out these gorgeous Instagram pages which will get your mind going.