Vintage is very trendy today and is one of the interior trends that are set to continue soaring in 2018. For many, vintage equals old, dusty, or out of fashion. But touches of vintage objects and retro shapes in a contemporary interior can bring a lot of style, personality and distinctiveness. Think about it; do you really want your living room to look like everyone else’s?

In my interior design projects, I love sourcing vintage items which either relate to the room being decorated or will reflect the owners’ passions, travels or memories. Associated with more modern features, they will bring that wonderful charm to the room, and most probably prompt discussions with your guest about the origin.

Of course vintage markets or antique shops are the best places to find that unique piece, but more and more can be found on online platforms such as selency.com, designvintage.co.uk or even on Facebook Marketplace.

I am an unconditional lover of objects and furniture that carry a history; being French, that’s how I have been brought up after all. So I have brought along with me, in all of my moves around the world, family vintage furniture or ones purchased throughout my travels.

I share below some of the interiors I have designed and in which I have included vintage. Just in case I haven’t fully convinced you yet!

This is the perfect example of a mix of modern Nordic design by Iittala associated with this vintage clay chicken brought back from South Africa. What a blend of cultures!

I loved styling this bedroom fireplace with a mix of antiques, ethnic and modern design.

A contemporary table associated with vintage benches, an old hay rake and an rustic dresser

Repainting a old mirror can not only transform it but really personalise your fireplace.

Going for the vintage look in a boy’s room can be really charming. I decorated this one with vintage sports equipment and a lovely yellow old kid’s car.

This old american rocking chair repainted in black gives the room both a modern and vintage touch.

Interior design of a boy’s bedroom where I included vintage skittles, mirror and bar sign on top of the fireplace.

Old frames sourced in charities or antique shops can really dress up your walls or hallway.

This vintage cage works perfectly alongside the contemporary Kartell lamp. Set on an old table painted in black, they make a great statement in this entrance.