Is ‘Castle Core’ About To Take The Interior Design World By Storm?
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Here’s how to nail the medieval look
From charming storybook kitchens to dreamy island interiors, there are plenty of design trends that you might expect to sweep the internet – but castle core will likely take you by surprise. Here’s why this medieval aesthetic should be on your radar.
A Guide To The Castle Core Interiors Trend
If you prefer antiques and vintage furniture to sleek modern pieces and all-white minimalism, you’ll love the castle core look. Noted by Pinterest as one of the biggest trends to watch out for in 2025, it’s already on the rise in the fashion world (think oversized ruby rings and dramatic gowns) but it’s set to transform our interiors in 2025.
Taking inspiration from the most elegant ancient homes (because who doesn’t want a house that emulates the Traitors castle?), the trend is all about luxurious fabrics, jewel tones and grand furniture. Expect intricately embroidered rugs and curtains, velvet seating, and a chandelier or two – with a few towering bookcases and even a four-poster bed thrown in.
Antique dealers, flea markets and online resale platforms provide the perfect way to source your castle decor, and the options are endless: do you go for a tartan, Balmoral-inspired look (perhaps with some antlers on the wall)? Or do you opt instead for Louis XVI-style gilded furniture and swathes of red velvet? Whatever you choose, the medieval look is sure to add a touch of grandeur to your home.
Want to dip your toe into the castle core aesthetic? From candelabras to ceremonial swords (yes, really), here are some accessories to get you started.
Five Accessories For The Perfect Castle Core Home
eBay
Gold candelabra, £65.99
When it comes to grand medieval homes, you can never have too many candelabras. This one would look rather good atop an antique wooden dining table…
Artemest
Medieval chess set, £4,725
No castle is complete without an impressive chess set, and this one is sure to get your guests talking… especially if you mention its particularly impressive price tag.
Pooley Sword
Oakley presentation sword, £912
If you don’t quite fancy purchasing an entire suit of armor for your castle, why not settle for a sword instead – this one was inspired by swords carried by the Crusading Knights of the 11th and 12th centuries.
eBay
Solid beech Louis XVI chair, £135.19
Another castle core essential: some majestic gilded furniture. This velvet chair certainly woudn’t look out of place in a palace.
French Bedroom
La Petite Chambery 6-Arm French Chandelier, £395
Every lavish ballroom (read: castle-inspired living room) deserves a glittering chandelier – this one is complete with an ivory frame and cut glass teardrops.
Castle Core Interiors Inspiration
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