Forests and woodlands have been a rich source of inspiration for craftspeople, artists, and creatives throughout history. Home to thousands of species of tree, flora, fauna and fungi, and steeped in folklore, these ecosystems have provided a wealth of visual stimuli for print designers over the years, and continue to be a strong theme in fabric and wallpaper design this season, with designs ranging from graphic leafy prints to whimsical woodland scenes. These bring more than just decorative interest to interiors – they introduce the colours, materials and textures of nature into the home in a wonderful way to create calming, restorative spaces.
The benefits that spending time in the forest can have on wellbeing are well documented. Scientists in Japan have conducted research that demonstrates being immersed in the forest, a practice
