Each month, we ask Southwest Florida designers to share standout global finds. For this issue, Wendy Berry of Naples' W Design curates a nature-inspired collection that ventures beyond the expected. Rather than leaning into the pretty florals and pastoral palettes that typically define organic design, her edit celebrates nature's architectural edge—artisan objects with faceted silhouettes, shadow-toned palettes and insectile details. It's Mother Nature's edgier, moodier side.
Courtesy The Rug Company
wendy berry w design home decor picks beetle rug
Beetle by The Rug Company
In Alexander McQueen’s fifth collaboration with The Rug Company, the fashion house translates its signature mix of edge and elegance into a statement-making floor piece. Inspired by the symmetry and shimmer of beetle wings, the rug is hand-woven in Nepal from a blend of Tibetan wool and silk. The silk catches the light with a subtle, iridescent sheen, lending the pattern a sense of movement across its deep, moody tones. “It’s very cool. It doesn’t scream beetle—you have to hunt for the pattern,” Alexander says. The softness matches the visual impact: A finishing process of washing, shearing and clipping enhances the rug’s plush texture by drawing out the natural lanolin in the wool and evening the pile. The result is a rug that cushions every step while grounding the room with artful texture. therugcompany.com
Courtesy Mimi London
wendy berry w design home decor picks mimi london chair
Origami Lounge Chair by Mimi London
“This is the most comfortable chair I have ever sat in,” the designer says. Los Angeles–based maker Mimi London—celebrated for its made-to-order, organically inspired furnishings—hand-carves the chair’s frame from solid wood. The sculptural base evokes the folds and angles of Japanese origami, creating a form that’s architectural and fluid. A down-filled cushion over a spring core provides deep, enveloping comfort. You can specify the wood, such as poplar, oak or Sitka spruce (shown above) and customize the stain to suit any palette. “The lead time for pieces can be around 25 weeks, but it’s worth it,” Wendy says. mimilondon.com
Courtesy Moss & Lam/Rocky Choi
wendy berry w design home decor picks moss lam bear
Walking Bear Side Table by Moss & Lam
Crafted by Canadian studio Moss & Lam, the striking, bear-shaped side table fuses sculpture and utility. The piece is hand-cast using a gypsum-cement blend, then sanded, painted and sealed for a soft matte finish that subtly reflects light. Sitting lightly yet assertively in a space, the structural visual brings heft without ostentation while providing a cool counterbalance to sun-soaked Southwest Florida interiors. “It’s very clean yet whimsical,” Wendy says of the clever, conversation starter. “Adding pieces like this makes a space feel approachable and not so stuffy.” mossandlam.com
Courtesy Boyd Lighting
wendy berry w design home decor picks boyd lighting
The Spire Leaf Pendant 9 by Boyd
Designed by Toronto-born industrial designer Jake Oliveira for the historic, California-based Boyd Lighting, the pendant blends delicate craftsmanship with architectural presence. White porcelain forms float from curving brass stems, evoking church spires and falling leaves. Each element is individually cast and can be rotated at home to sculpt the light and adapt the silhouette to the space. A warm-glow LED array casts soft, ambient illumination, while four finish options—antiqued, blackened or satin brass, and satin nickel—allow for seamless integration into foyers, dining rooms or libraries. “I love how it staggers to create depth,” Wendy says. “It’s like having a sculpture over your table.” boydlighting.com