Top 10 Furniture Must-haves for Curating your Capsule Home

A Capsule Home follows the same principles as a capsule wardrobe and applies this same ethos to decorating a home. Discover how these carefully curated furniture items can transition season to season and journey with you through the various stages of life.

We believe that with these 10 must-have pieces, you'll be able to create a beautiful and timeless home with intention and enduring style.

Top 10 Furniture Pieces.  

1. Linen Sofa. The quintessential goes-with-everything sofa that's comfortable, easy to clean and a little bit luxurious. We suggest looking for tailored styles with slip-covers in linen or linen-blend for a natural and relaxed feel. For a comfortable, welcoming sofa that's easy to clean, take a look at our Addison Sofa. 

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2. Timber Stool. A timeless addition to any home. Simple, practical and easy to move from room to room. Small but mighty and not taking up a lot of space, round stools add so much character and functionality everywhere they go. From the humble side table to rest your coffee, plant stand in an empty spot or a space saving bedside table in a guest bedroom, a small timber stool can double as seating when needed. Style next to the bath for your bath time essentials. Natural or stained timber stools work well to complement any design style. Shop here. 

3. Accent Armchair. Fabric, leather or woven, an accent chair adds so much depth and character to a living room or corner. Create a cosy reading nook or foster relaxation in a bedroom. Choose a chair with a classic silhouette for versatility and mixed material for interest. We love leather mixed with timber or an oak and linen combination. Shop our accent chairs here. 

4. Slip-cover Tub Chair. Different from an accent chair, an occasional tub chair can be used in a variety of rooms. Go for a classic look in crisp white or neutral linen.  Tabletop seat height makes it a suitable choice for reading, dining or working. We can see this piece styled beautifully in a living room, guest bedroom, office space or gathered around a dining table. The curved back lends itself to both rectangle and round shape furniture pairings while adding a softness to any space. Shop

5. Chest of drawers. Timber or White. A chest with drawers is an essential piece of furniture for ready built-in storage. We suggest something with three drawers for substance and select either mid or dark toned timber or white to match seamlessly with other selections within your home. Use as a nightstand or chest of drawers in a bedroom or complete an empty wall in a living space with a creative vignette styled on top. A chest creates a welcoming moment in your entryway with ample storage for essentials you don't want to display. Shop Chests.

6. Stone Plinth. We've been seeing plinths pop up more and more in interiors over the last few years and while not a new 'trend', we love that we can find so many uses for them within a home. Plinths give a space visual height and can create drama or add a focal point within a room. They act as an intentional 'filler' against a blank-wall or empty corner. Place a sculptural vessel or plant on top and you've got instant wow. We favour natural stone or timber for an organic look which can be reimagined in any style of home. Choose something of medium height as it can double as a side table or elevate your stack of coffee table books. Take a look at some inspiration below. 

7. Reclaimed Timber Bench. An antique or reclaimed timber bench gets our tick of approval for its versatility and practicality. By the foot of the bed, behind a sofa or in a hallway, a bench can complete a space beautifully without trying too hard. Unsure what's missing from your space? Try adding a bench under a window, artwork or mirror. Inject character and charm to your space with reclaimed timber options and get creative with how you use it in your home. Shop our benches here.

8. Round Pouf Ottoman. An unexpected must-have item is a round pouf or ottoman. Choose something in a soft but durable fabric to add layered comfort in your living room or tuck under a console in an entry way for an inviting touch. It offers extra seating when needed and a comfy spot to rest your feet, making it a truly functional piece in any room.

9. Timber Console. The ultimate piece that is an essential in every home. A timber console can go just about anywhere in your home from entry way to living room behind a sofa, under a window or in a hallway. Keep the style simple with or without a drawer and it can transition into any style of home. We suggest something just over one meter wide for functional use room to room. Shop consoles.

10. Bookcase. Shelves have become an important styling element in our homes and for good reason. Shelves can hold everyday essentials, infuse personality to a space and provide valuable storage without having to create something custom. They can easily contain "all the things" from books to bowls. Bookcases are not only for books, try incorporating substantial decor pieces onto your shelves to breathe personality into your spaces. We suggest choosing a neutral colour which won't date. Crisp white goes with anything and can lend itself to coastal or country styles, depending on the decor. Choose details like tongue and groove and brass hardware for something classic yet timeless. 

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We hope our mini-series on Creating a Capsule Home has provided some guidance on this concept and how you can create a home with timeless pieces that transcend seasons and styles. More than just a decorating philosophy, it represents a commitment to sustainability and mindful living in our personal spaces, the place we call home. 

Read all about Creating a Capsule Home and discover our Top 10 Homewares for creating a Capsule Home.

By embracing the ethos of a Capsule Home, you can create a home that is not only visually appealing but also functional. This approach fosters a thoughtful environment where timeless elegance and practical design coexist, ensuring your home remains timeless for years to come.

Here's to fewer, better quality pieces.