Play on Pattern

This season is all about a PLAY ON PATTERN that brings together classic and bold prints and patterns and combines them to create a plethora of visual detail in any room of the home. From complimentary prints to clashing patterns you can choose exactly how to use this trend within your home. Many people shy away from patterns for fear of overpowering their room however when used correctly and strategically pattern can create movement, texture and character in an otherwise plain interior space.

Classic patterns: stripes, spots, floral, baroque, leaves

Contemporary patterns: geometrics, abstract, animal print, tribal

If you wish to create a classic and traditional feel in your chosen room then you could keep things simple with a combination of striped and spotted prints and patterns that are a perfect partnership across all aspects of the home. Bring together some simple striped curtains and rugs and team with some spotted cushions or upholstery in muted tones for a natural finish or pastel hues for a more shabby chic style design. If you prefer a more traditional and period style of interior design then opt for a monochrome, baroque patterned wallpaper that will look great on a main feature wall and partner with a selection of floral patterned cushions or bedding, rich velvet upholstery and a floral rug that will take pride of place in the centre of the room.

A more contemporary style of patterned interior could be achieved by creating a warm and bold interior space that brings together an eye-catching tribal wallpaper with a selection of animal print cushions and wall art with bohemian style accessories to create a laid back nomadic inspired design that is hot on trend for 2019. Retro style interior design is a popular choice in modern home interiors and is a great way of introducing pattern into you chosen room. Select a bold geometric patterned wallpaper and team with co-ordinating or clashing patterned cushions, rugs, bedding and curtains that will create visual detail around the room. Team with bold retro accessories and furniture to complete your look. If you wish to create a statement in a modern or minimal home, then why not use a striking abstract style wallpaper to create a mural style artwork within a plain white room. Stick to bold primary or neon colour palettes for maximum impact within your chosen space. These can be teamed with fabrics, accessories and furniture featuring paint splash, swirls or prism patterns for the most impact.

If your style does not sit within a traditional or modern design, then there is no reason why you cannot select your favourite patterns from both styles. Stripes can be paired with geometrics, florals with tribal and animal print with baroque to create high impact visual style that can be contained to a strategic area or scattered around the room to disperse the patterns within your interior design

For more ideas on using a play on pattern within your home, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Play on Patterns.