11 Ways to Use Velvet in Your Home, Both Generously & Modestly

Velvet is versatile. When it comes to interior design ideas, velvet can be used generously, layered around the house to create a sense of opulence using velvet cushions and velvet curtains. Alternatively, you can take a more modest approach to truly accentuate the elegance of a plush, velvet centerpiece – like a velvet sofa in the living room or a velvet bed in the bedroom.

To help you navigate how best to use velvet in the home, here are some fresh ideas to work the fabric into your decor. Take a look...

1. Standing out

In the living room of this Sussex farmhouse, a statement red velvet sofa is offset with blue-black walls (Down Pipe by Farrow & Ball) and a dark-painted floor.

2. Warm thoughts

A dense, heavy cloth makes the ideal choice for a full-length door curtain when you want to exclude light and retain warmth. This printed design features a decorative pattern reminiscent of a woven tapestry – The Brook velvet by Morris & Co.