Design Inspiration: How to Style Your Home with Artisan Textiles
Whether you’re refreshing your living room or pulling together a full design scheme, the right textiles can completely transform a space. At Kubo, we create handcrafted cushion covers that bring texture, soul, and story into interiors—designed not just to be seen, but felt. Inspired by enduring design movements and made with time-honoured techniques, our pieces are rooted in craftsmanship and made for homes that value beauty with depth.
Here are three design styles we love—and how Kubo pieces help bring each one to life.
Transitional: A Balance of Classic and Contemporary
Transitional design with Kubo cushions
If you’re drawn to both timeless elegance and modern simplicity, transitional style might be your sweet spot. This look merges the softness of traditional design with the clean lines of contemporary decor. Think neutral tones, gentle curves, and a layered look that feels lived-in but refined.
Styling tip:
Layer our textural silk or handwoven cushion covers over tailored upholstery to soften the lines and add warmth. Designers love the versatility of our pieces here—each one enhances a room without overpowering it, ideal for classic homes with a modern twist.
Japandi: Minimalism with Meaning
Japandi design with Kubo cushions
Japandi design is all about intentional simplicity—spaces that are calm, uncluttered, and beautifully functional. Influenced by Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian warmth, it favours natural materials, neutral palettes, and thoughtful design over trend-driven decor.
How to use Kubo in a Japandi space:
Choose cushion covers in raw silk or natural fibre with subtle detailing—like tone-on-tone beading or hand-stitched embroidery. Our pieces bring depth to this minimal look without disrupting its clean aesthetic. For designers, this is a perfect way to add handmade richness without clutter.
Neutral Organic Maximalism: Rich Layers, Soft Palette
Neutral organic maximalism with Kubo cushions
This style is perfect for those who love depth and character but still crave a calming colour scheme. It combines the tactile elegance of organic materials—linen, jute, raw wood, ceramics—with the artful layering typical of maximalist interiors. The result? A space that feels luxurious, earthy, and deeply personal.
Decor idea:
Mix and match Kubo’s handcrafted designs to create layers of texture on your sofa, bed, or reading nook. For professionals in the industry, this is a go-to style for editorial styling and boutique retail displays: warm, inviting, and full of soul.
Thoughtfully Made for Inspired Interiors
Each Kubo cushion is handcrafted by artisans in the Philippines, using time-honoured techniques passed down through generations. Designed for homes that tell a story—and for the designers, stylists, and stores that help bring those stories to life.
