This March, we embraced the world of timeless sophistication with our latest Mattoboard Challenge. Taking inspiration from Ralph Lauren Home, a brand renowned for its rich heritage, luxurious materials, and signature design aesthetic, participants were tasked with creating a stunning material board for a high-end open-plan living space. The challenge was to capture the essence of Ralph Lauren Home’s elegance and refinement through layered textures, rich colour palettes, and a seamless blend of classic and contemporary elements.
Now, let’s celebrate our talented winners! 🎉
🥇 1st Place: Esmée Lewis - Coastal Nautical Elegance
Esmée‘s winning mood board beautifully embodies the refined coastal elegance synonymous with Ralph Lauren Home. Her expertly curated colour palette features deep navy, soft taupe, red, sand, and sky blue, creating a layered and serene foundation. Accents of deep red introduce a classic Americana touch, adding warmth and depth. Rich textures such as natural wood, soft upholstery, and a woven seagrass lampshade evoke an organic, coastal feel, balanced with luxurious brass finishes for added sophistication.
Key elements include a woven seagrass pendant, rope curtain details nodding to nautical heritage, and a coral sculpture for organic beauty. The centrepiece, a Polo Ralph Lauren print, ties the theme together, making this scheme a perfect blend of classic and contemporary.
Tutor’s Take:
There is real cohesion in the recognisable brand design elements which creates and informs this appealing interior scheme. Esmée has leaned into the coastal inspiration of the brand and proposed a fresh, welcoming, sophisticated yet timeless scheme which would be a great for a living and dining space.
About Esmée:
At the moment I’m studying the Professional Interior Design Diploma alongside my work in the UX industry. I’m particularly drawn to residential design. I believe our homes should be a reflection of who we are and how we want to feel. I’m currently exploring how thoughtful design can create intentional, personal, and emotionally resonant spaces.
📍 Follow Esmee for more inspiration: @esmeeinteriors
🥈 2nd Place: Merlin Joy Manjaly – Elegance & Harmony
Merlin’s mood board embodies both elegance and harmony, seamlessly blending layered textures and a rich colour palette inspired by Ralph Lauren. Featuring a combination of white, dark red, and varying shades of blue, her design reflects the brand’s timeless coastal influences while maintaining a refined aesthetic.
Tutor’s Take:
The patterns and colour scheme in this proposal are balanced well by Merlin. A positive combination of the colours associated with the brands heritage presenting a welcoming interior with classic appeal. Ideal for any dining and living space.
About Merlin:
I’m a Civil Engineer, but Mattoboard Challenges always awaken the interior designer in me. Exploring different design elements allows me to express my creativity and stay in touch with current trends
🥉 3rd Place: Hina Ahmad – Ralph Lauren Living Room
Hina’s design blends classic elegance with modern sophistication. A deep blue velvet Chesterfield sofa serves as the statement piece, complemented by tan leather chairs for warmth and contrast. Calacatta marble flooring introduces subtle grey veining, enhancing the luxurious aesthetic. Gold and brass accents, walnut wood panelling, and equestrian-inspired details bring the signature Ralph Lauren touch to life.
Layered fabrics, including pinstriped linen curtains and herringbone wool throws, add depth and texture, making the space both stylish and inviting. A traditional ivory, grey, and blue rug ties the scheme together beautifully.
Tutor’s Take:
Hina has created a contemporary scheme that accentuates some of the statement elements of the brand. This proposal would translate well into the interior.
About Hina:
I have gained hands-on experience through small interior design projects in Lahore and Glasgow. Now, after completing my Professional Interior Design Diploma, I am actively seeking opportunities in the field.
📍 Connect with Hina on:
Instagram: @hinaahmad1978
Facebook: Hina Haseeb
LinkedIn: Hina Ahmad
⭐ Fan Favourite: Paige Wilkinson
Paige’s mood board captivated our audience on social media with its rich use of colour and textiles, perfectly capturing the essence of Ralph Lauren’s style. Voted as the best mood board by our community, Paige’s design resonated with many, earning her the well-deserved title of Fan Favourite! 🎉
Final Thoughts
A huge congratulations to all our winners and participants! Each submission showcased remarkable creativity, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the Ralph Lauren Home aesthetic. This challenge highlighted how timeless sophistication can be interpreted in fresh and exciting ways.
Feeling inspired? Stay tuned for April’s Mattoboard Challenge and your chance to showcase your design skills!
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