This new take on one of the mostvintage design elementsis maximalism at its finest.
If you’re ready to layer on thepattern, here’s more on this trend.
Philip Thomas Vanderford is a designer withStudio Thomas Jamesin Texas.
Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Nancy Parrish is the principal designer forNancy Parrish Interiorsin Danville, Virginia.
Mark Tremblay is a designer with Florida-basedMarc-Michaels Interior Design.
In a bathroom, wallpaper,tiles, shower curtains, and towels are wonderful avenues for incorporating pattern.
Credit:Photo: Venjhamin Reyes; Design: Nancy Parrish Interiors
In bedrooms, Parrish says to take full advantage of printed bed linens and patternedcurtains.
Tremblay’s clients typically gravitate toward a safer approach to pattern drenching by opting for neutral tones.
So, for example, in a monochromatic space, you could combine several large-scale patterns in varying textures.
Credit:ALISON GOOTEE; Styling by Dakota Willimon
The color won’t compete for attention against the business of the other two elements.
“Incorporating patterns of varying scales can significantly enhance the visual dynamism of a space,” she says.
For expansive surfaces like walls anddrapery, she suggests applying larger prints like bold floral or geometric designs.
This will create a striking focal point amid a sea of patterns.
To create some contrast, reach for smaller, more intricate motifs for cushions or throws.
