Barker and Stonehouse’s Orla Kiely collaboration is bringing pattern and joy into our homes

We’ve never spent as much time at home in our lives as we have in the past 18 months. From lockdowns to continued remote working and limited socialising rules, our homes have become our havens – and we’ve redecorated them like never before.

Thankfully, this also means the brief spike in popularity of minimalism is but a memory, and the return of cosiness and being surrounded by objects we adore is firmly back on the decor menu. Which is why the latest interiors collaboration will be music to the ears of homeowners nationwide: Barker and Stonehouse x Orla Kiely.

Kiely has been infusing her 1960s hippy prints and patterns into fashion and interiors since she launched her eponymous brand in 1995, with the philosophy that fun, bold and graphic designs could bring joy and smiles to many. Today, Orla Kiely’s playful designs are instantly recognisable.

“Design, colour and pattern are all integral to my creative process,” says the designer. “Together they can transform your everyday and bring as mile to your face.”

In the Barker and Stonehouse collection, Kiely bring her signature modern twist to mid-century style furniture, through pieces designed to suit every space, from large corner sofas to snug armchairs and cosy loveseats.

The prints see flora and fauna translated refined into simple repeated motifs, from the Birch pattern to the Rose, Daisy and Laurel. The range boasts a wide array of colours and comes in gorgeous luxurious fabrications.

Explore some of the standout items in the collection below.

Snuggle down with a good book or a cup of tea and a podcast in one of the collection’s beautiful vintage-inspired accent chairs or love seats that can either become the statement piece in a low-key room or join other items to become part of a coordinated suite.

Choose from the classic Alma armchair (£1,025), which can be made to order in one of 10 Orla Kiely upholstering patterns; the Lily chair (£855), which boasts a contemporary design with a swivel brushed steel base for a more comfortable work from home setup; or how about the Una range (from £709) which comes in single or loveseat styles, its curved back slim design the perfect addition to a bathroom or dressing table.

If you’re looking to make more of an impact with your furniture, a statement sofa is the way to go.

The Orla Kiely Rose sofa (£1,165) is a compact design suited to most spaces and comes with adorable button detailing, or the Ivy sofa (£1,399), with its elegant square quilted surface design and piped seams, comes in bright shades from tomato to seagrass and ochre, as well as numerous Orla Kiely patterns.

Or why not take inspiration from Instagram and opt for a corner sofa for ultimate comfort? The Linden corner sofa (£2,659) boasts over 35 plain coloured fabrics and even more graphic designs. Its neat, leaf-shaped arm and buttoned backs adds a slice of irreverence into your home.

If your space isn’t suited to a chunky corner sofa, a footstool and an armchair is a neat alternative.

The Conway footstool (£365) offers a classic, simple design that can be customised with one of several combinations of Orla Kiely fabrics for a twist. Or for those seeking a little irreverence, the Daisy footstool (£385) is a super cute addition to an armchair.

When it comes to finishing touches, a rug can transform a space, elevating it from stark to warm with minimal output. Orla Kiely’s sunflower yellow rug (£415) is a circular design for a more unique interior, with a layered pile featuring staggered shades of mustard and ochre that graduate outwards into a cream background.

For a more versatile aesthetic, the Linear Stem rug (£405) is a subtle nod to Orla Kiely’s graphics, with a gentle grey background and cream lines.

Discover the new Orla Kiely collection at Barker and Stonehouse now