Kendall Jenner plays with this technique in her living room

Kendall Jenner’s position as one of the industry’s most famous models (and her place in one of the world’s most talked about families) comes with the inevitable need for a calming and therapeutic home. Luckily, though, Jenner’s Calabasas retreat fits the bill. His secret? Neutral colors.

While decorating with neutral tones has its calming (and eternally versatile) qualities, there is a risk that this palette can sometimes seem boring when not designed thoughtfully. There are plenty of ways to keep our neutral rooms interesting – with many often opting for layered textures and accessories like statement art and houseplants. Jenner, however, chose the most comforting solution of all: curved furniture.

Jenner’s living room, curated by interior design team Clements Design and Waldo Fernandez, uses curved furniture, including her curved sofa and circular marble table, which together add playful interest to the space. However, as the designers explain, there’s more to curved furniture than just its beauty.

“Semi-circular or curved furniture like coffee tables, kitchen islands and large dining tables embody elegance and boldness. They add playfulness to the interior, and their atypical silhouettes allow them to deviate from the usual strict straight lines,” comments designer Natasha Frolova. These pieces of furniture have fallen out of fashion over the past few centuries, but, in recent seasons, they’ve enjoyed a revival (yes, even before we spotted one in Jenner’s living room).

“The popularity of curved lines is influenced by several factors: the revival of retro styles, particularly in the 60s and 70s, the desire to connect with nature and the growing recognition of interior design as an antidote to stress,” comments Frolova.

“Good design can provide a feeling of comfort and security – this is especially true for remote workers. The safest way to do this is to have as few corners as possible! Hence the desire for refined and comfortable shapes.

White striped rug, curved sofa, black curved lamp

A neutral living room with a curved sofa (much like Jenner’s space).

(Image credit: Jon Day)

Aside from its aesthetic and calming benefits, designers also praise curved furniture for its functional qualities – with curved sofas (like Jenner’s) being particularly popular for their sociable qualities.

“Curved furniture can become a focal point with unusual chairs or tables, but another great advantage is functionality. Curved sofas, in particular, are known for their comfort and ability to promote intimacy. A rounded seating area creates a warm atmosphere for conversation and relaxation, making curved sofas ideal for living rooms, lounges or other public and private interior spaces,” says Frolova.