After spending almost a year in lockdown, our homes have become more than just a place to sleep; they're synonymous with work, school, relaxing and exercise.
There's been plenty of time to re-evaluate our interiors to create our very own happy place, and it's the perfect time to add some trendy home items for a spring refresh.
Made.com ’s Design Director Ruth Wassermann says: "As we begin to emerge into new beginnings, many might see it as an opportunity to reset. Much like a spring clean, changing things up at home could be the fresh start that we’re searching for.
"Colour and energy will play a huge part in this, potentially driving people to make braver decisions with their decor than they might previously have considered. Bold colours and patterns along with plants and flowers will fill the home with life, representing that optimism that has been borne out of a year of uncertainty."
There's also a leaning towards natural materials and earthy, organic tones to connect us to nature. Whether you're in the minimalist or maximalist camp, we've got some of the trendiest home items for spring 2021 below.
Top trendy home items for spring 2021
1. Made Nabiel Wall Storage Unit with Mirror & Hooks
Perfect for a compact hallway or bathroom, this design-led shelf and mirror offers a super-stylish spot to hang your bags and coats (or dressing gowns and towels).
The matte-black frame offers an industrial edge while the wooden shelf adds a warm, textural finish. An instant update with a luxe-for-less feel.
Price: £69, Made - buy here now
2. H&M Home Wool-Blend Blanket
According to Made's Ruth Wasserman, 'natural comfort' is a big interior trend for 2021, with a rise in popularity of natural materials, textures and colours.
This well-priced wool-blend blanket aesthetically feeds into the trend with its lovely dusky pink hue, and will also offer that comfort we've all been seeking as our homes become a sanctuary for all of us.
Price: £24.99, H&M Home - buy here now
3. La Jolíe Muse Woven Storage Basket
Scandi-chic will never go out of style thanks to its calming, tranquil yet cool aesthetic. You don't have to spend a fortune to add a little Nordic but nice styling to your home.
This gorgeous woven basket is the perfect spot to stash anything toys to blankets or bathroom goodies. It's also sustainable, portable and foldable, making it a versatile piece.
Price: £23.99, Amazon - buy here now
4. Rockett St George Lobster Glass Chopping Board
Adding personality and fun pieces to our home is a big trend for 2021, and we love this quirky lobster chopping board for a lively addition to the kitchen.
The intricately sketched design is both practical and cool and, when not in use, it will make a great decorative piece propped up on the kitchen worktop. He's your lobster.
Price: £28, Rockett St George - buy here now
5. Zara Home Black Terracotta Pot
Continuing with the organic, earthy feel, this beautiful black terracotta will make a gorgeous vase or beautiful standalone decorative piece.
Created with 100% clay and given an aged black exterior for a rustic effect, it's a stunning piece to add a lived-in look to any interior, from vintage to contemporary.
Price: £29.99, Zara Home - buy here now
6. French Connection Hanging Beaded Planter
Bringing the outside in is more important than ever. During lockdown, we've learned to appreciate the great outdoors, and how we can apply the feeling and benefits into our homes too.
Plants are good for your wellbeing, and this beautiful beaded planter would make a great spot for a trailing plant or succulent. And it anywhere from the kitchen or dining room to the home office.
Price: £45, French Connection - buy here now
7. Oliver Bonas Love Beaded Blue Leopard Cushion
At the other end of the soothing back-to-nature trend is the maximalist trend. People are embracing colour to breathe life and joy into their home.
Tropical colours and prints are particularly popular, and we love this leopard-print cushion in cool tone hues. The cushion is also embellished with metallic gold beads writing out the word 'Love' for a glam yet calming finish.
Price: £29.50, Oliver Bonas - buy here now
8. Tropical Beaded Pink Fabric Wall Art
Another fab tropical piece from Oliver Bonas, this gold-bead-enhanced palm-print artwork is oozing all sorts of cool LA vibes.
It has a matching gold frame and also comes in a beautiful teal hue and an earthy beige. Time an art attack?
Price: £49.50, Oliver Bonas - buy here now
9. Salix Large Brass Planter
Inject some glamour with this cool planter, which offers a chic way to bring the outdoors in.
You can pop in any of your favourite plants, from cactus and snake prints to a statement fiddle leaf fig tree (Meghan and Harry have this trendy plant in their living room, don't you know). The frame is clean-lined and minimal, allowing the pot and plant to shine.
Price: £39, Made - buy here now
10. La Redoute Tia Berber-Style Rug
La Redoute became famous for its super-stylish and affordable Berber-style grey rug and, now, get excited because it's got a cool new tan and black version on the shelves for spring 2021.
It will add interest and warmth to any space, is soft underfoot, and will also work to protect your floors. We love the bohemian look and fringing... A no-brainer.
Price: £99, La Redoute - buy here now
11. H&M Home Rattan-Framed Mirror
There's a distinct 70s rattan revival happening in our interiors, and you'll see it on everything from side tables and coffee tables to stools, baskets and... Mirrors.
This gorgeous rattan mirror is the ideal way to add a little retro Palm Springs vibes to your home, and will work in any space, whether it's contemporary, vintage, Scandi or modern rustic.
