Hammocks and hanging chairs add an element of fun to a space, creating a relaxed holiday vibe that lasts all year round. Hammocks come in a plethora of styles to tie in with your existing decor too, from moody black woven designs to colourful brights, from chic and minimal to a beautiful boho statement, there is something to suit everyone's tastes. Here, we’re taking a look at hammocks in their many forms and how they can be implemented to improve indoor and outdoor areas. Whether you envisage swinging away in your home library, kicking back in your lounge, adding to your relaxing bedroom ambiance or creating the courtyard of your dreams, this gallery is for you.
This bold black design is the Bless hammock. Its thickly woven bed makes an ideal accompaniment for a rustic living room, where it balances out a show stopping coffee table.
Layers of cosiness. A wide hammock option is hooked up alongside a daybed setup in this open plan lounge layout, where each cosy spot enjoys a sweeping view of the city.
Those living in apartments with no garden to speak of can reimagine their covered balcony. Add tropical plants and bright decor, hop into your hammock and dream away.
This rustic dining room has all of the outdoor vibes with its glass roof, treetop panorama, and natural jute rug. A whimsical hammock puts the cherry on top of the cake.
Sunlight from the window, sunshine yellow decor, and the comforting heat from a nearby radiator comes together to create happy vibes in this hammock corner.
If your space is more formal, a relaxed hammock silhouette may not quite suit. This circular hanging chair offers a neat balance between style and relaxation.
Build zoning. A wooden built-in sofa base and side table merges with a raised platform by the window in this living room, which makes attractive framing for a hammock area.
Talk about straddling the boundary between indoors and out, this hammock literally swings back and forth over a wide window sill between a living room and courtyard.
If you’re lucky enough to have a glorious lakeside scene like this, then it would be a crime not to enjoy it to the max from the comfort of a cosy hammock.
It could have been a dining spot, but the owner of this home has utilised the space just off the kitchen to create a hammock nook. If you find yourself eating dinner in front of the TV rather than at the table, then this could be a no-brainer.
A plain white design falls gently into the background of a busy green and umber decor scheme to avoid overwhelming the room. See more umber interiors here.