Much like the country itself, American interior design spans the full creative spectrum of style, from rustic, traditional vibes that evoke homesteads and ranches, to understated glamour that bridges tradition and modernisation. In this brand-new publication, we've toured some of our favourite American and American-inspired homes, from a London mews house that nods to the Wild West, to the chic Los Angeles home of an acclaimed Hollywood actor. Elsewhere, we've delved into various US-inspired trends to highlight the key features, furniture and home pieces you need to channel the look in your own house. We've also spoken to the experts to learn where to find the best antique furniture, and how to style it to keep it looking American chic. And if you're crafty, take a look at our creative projects to add texture and homemade charm to your house.
Welcome
Chic ways to work the patriotic palette • Embrace the Americana aesthetic by effortlessly incorporating red, white and blue into your interior
The Americana edit • Add a patriotic touch to your décor, with these key pieces in stylish shades of red, white and blue
Material gains • The Manhattan pied-à-terre of textile collector Jill Lasersohn has been transformed with the skillful use of standout fabrics and papers
Charm school • Buying a house in which little had been touched in 50 years proved the perfect opportunity to create a home that is a study in everything enchanting
The power of textiles & texture • From homespun charm to heritage style, textiles and textures are key to creating the traditional rustic American aesthetic
The texture edit • Celebrate rustic style with these soft textures, earthy tones and natural fabrics
Revived & refined • A century after it was built, this historic American home has been transformed – and it’s involved a delicate dance between preservation and modernisation
Prairie style • Trends come and go, but here’s how to give this look timeless appeal
A little bit country • The thoroughly modern rustic-luxe look HÁM interiors has brought to this London mews house gives a nod to the American West
Create a cosy quilt • Keep yourself cosy with this patchwork cover-up to sew
A star is born • Actress Samira Wiley’s LA home has stepped out of the shadows and into the limelight with chic schemes that have understated drama
Crochet a mountain sunset • Create a Western-inspired wall hanging with one simple stitch repeated throughout
Lean into leather • Whether you’re after frontier flair or timeless elegance, leather is integral to the American aesthetic
Get the leather look • Add a sense of story to your space, with everything from vintage style sofas to suede soft furnishings
All good things • It took 20 years to find the right way – and the right designer – to refurb this architecturally important house in Montecito
Making history • In a historic home in a Chicago suburb, designer Wendy Labrum deftly honoured the house’s past while weaving in modern elements
Cabin in the woods • Traditional folk weaves, rustic wood and cosy layers of blankets and quilts bring simple charm to homestead style
The art of antique hunting • From flea markets to insider tips, our experts reveal how to find furniture with a sense of story
Timeless timber • Embrace the natural tones of wood for a touch of ageless American glamour
Going coastal • Inspired by the art of Texas and the laid-back vibe of the east coast in the US, John and Anna Carver turned a bland bungalow into a unique beach home
A modest proposal • Designer Jake Arnold has made quiet luxury an art form and here his ability to produce subtle yet standout schemes...