As we move through late winter, the focus in interiors is firmly on comfort with confidence. This season is less about bold reinvention and more about layered, considered design that lasts.

Here’s what we’re seeing everywhere (and loving):

Pattern with purpose – florals, stripes, and botanicals are back, but in more refined colour palettes.

Warmer neutrals – think oatmeal, clay, soft putty, and stone rather than cool greys.

Heritage influence – classic British design is having a moment, from ticking stripes to traditional prints with a modern twist.

Tactile finishes – wallpapers and fabrics that add depth and interest, even before colour comes into play.

It’s all about homes that feel lived-in, loved, and quietly confident.

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to mean roses and grand gestures. Sometimes the most romantic thing you can do is make your home somewhere you genuinely love spending time in.

A new wallpaper, a pair of beautifully made cushions, or curtains that frame the room just right, these are the things that bring joy every day, not just on the 14th.

Consider this your reminder that loving your home absolutely counts.

Pancake Day is one of those wonderfully British traditions that asks very little and gives a lot back. A bit of mess, something sweet, and everyone gathered in the kitchen.

Much like good interiors, it’s not about perfection — it’s about comfort, warmth, and enjoying the moment. Extra points if you’re flipping pancakes under beautiful lighting and beside a window dressed just right.

With Lent approaching, we’ve seen plenty of talk about giving things up. Chocolate. Wine. Takeaways.

But rest assured — there’s absolutely no requirement to give up a beautiful home.
In fact, we’d argue that February is the perfect time to invest in surroundings that support calm, comfort, and everyday joy. Consider it self-care, not indulgence.

February is a gentle turning point. Winter hasn’t quite loosened its grip, but the light is shifting and homes start to ask for small, thoughtful updates rather than big changes. These are our favourite ways to ease your space into the new season.

🪟 1. Let the Light Work Harder

Days are getting brighter, even if the temperature disagrees. Now’s the moment to check that your window dressings are letting in as much natural light as possible. Lining up curtains neatly and choosing lighter tones for spring-facing rooms can make spaces feel instantly fresher without losing warmth.

🧵 2. Introduce Pattern in One Place

If you’ve been craving change, wallpaper or a single patterned element is a brilliant February update. One feature wall, a hallway, or a small room is enough to lift the whole house and sets the tone for spring without overwhelming the space.

🕯️ 3. Keep the Layers (For Now)

It’s tempting to strip everything back, but February still calls for comfort. Keep your throws, lined curtains, and textured cushions in place, then gradually lighten colours rather than removing warmth altogether. It’s evolution, not a reset.

🌿 4. Swap Heavy Colour for Soft Tone

Rather than replacing furnishings, try introducing softer shades alongside deeper winter colours. Warm neutrals, gentle greens, or muted florals work beautifully with what you already have and hint at what’s to come.

🪶 5. Refresh the Spaces You Use Most

Focus on the rooms you actually live in. A new lampshade, a pair of cushions, or updated wallpaper in a snug or bedroom often brings more joy than spreading change too thinly across the house.

If you’re thinking about new curtains, blinds, or wallpaper for spring, now is the ideal time to start planning. It allows time for considered choices and means everything is ready when the season properly turns.

As winter begins to soften and the days slowly stretch out, our thoughts naturally turn to what comes next. Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing inspiration focused on lighter layers, fresher colour palettes, and simple, considered updates that lift a space without the need for a full overhaul.

Think gentle transitions rather than dramatic changes — softening heavy winter tones, introducing pattern or texture in small doses, and making thoughtful swaps that let your home evolve naturally with the season. Whether it’s a new wallpaper, a refreshed window treatment, or a subtle change in colour, these are the kinds of updates that quietly transform how a space feels day to day.

For now, February is your permission to slow things down. To enjoy the comfort you’ve created, appreciate the details, and take pleasure in a home that supports everyday life — calm, welcoming, and beautifully considered. Spring will arrive soon enough.

Thank you, as always, for being part of the NPSF community. Whether you’re browsing wallpapers, planning a project, or simply enjoying a quiet moment at home, we’re glad to be part of your world.

Here’s to soft light, thoughtful design, and pancakes done properly.

Warm wishes,

The NPSF Team