As far as interior trends go, mixing patterns and textures adds depth and interest and gives a room personality, says style director Louise Hilsz. Who shares how to escape the monotony of single-pattern design and infuse energy into any of your living spaces. Below are seven ways to embrace this trend.
Keep adding layers
The pattern-on-pattern trend is all about confidence and character. Delicate chintzy wallpaper creates a gorgeous backdrop to a striped sofa, or decorative upholstery instantly complements a bold lamp. The whole look works thanks to the use of tonal shades and plush textures.
Kip&Co Rhubarb Pie Velvet Bolster Cushion, $69. Resene Dream Garden Wallpaper Collection DGN102247290 available from Resene ColorShops. House Of Hackney William Morris Artemis'Daley' Lampshade, $1275. Early Settler Freya Embroidered Sofa Rose Pink Velvet, $2999.
Get arty
Want to jazz up your walls without the commitment of wallpaper? Large enough to make a statement and light enough to move around, an oversized canvas painted in an eye-catching pattern is a fun and inexpensive solution. Position it off-centre for a casual, modern feel.
Add a statement rug
Adding a plush and colourful rug is the fastest way to transform a room. As a portable piece that can easily be changed as your mood or the seasons evolve, it’s a safe, non-permanent way to introduce a daring new design into your scheme. Here, the stripes of the rug echo the lines of the armchairs for an orderly and streamlined feel.
Ted Baker Jardin Geometric Stripe Wool Rug, $2094. Bed Bath & Beyond Eden Alice Hand Tufted Floral Rug, $990. Moooi Maison Christian Lacroix carpet, $7298. Marimekko Ralli Yellow rug, $2675.
Start small
For those who are tentative about introducing patterns to a room, it’s wise to start with soft furnishings. Adding a patterned cushion to an otherwise plain sofa is a discreet way to add hints of interest without the room being overwhelmed by patterns.
Hero your wall
Turn your wall into a piece of art with a wallpapered mural. From supersized florals to contemporary patterns or stunning landscapes, wallpaper murals create an eye-catching, modern feature wall you will love. This look creates a stylish interior you'll adore spending time in, and when you don’t, it’s easy to change.
Lose yourself
A bathroom should be a place of sanctuary, so it needs to feel relaxing and be the perfect space to lie back and unwind. This cosy spot ticks all the boxes with a gorgeous tub and green plants, leaving the tiles as the hero pattern.
Tip tap your toes
Complex flooring tiles and patterned vinyl are enjoying a renaissance; it’s just another way to add art to your home. For entryways to make a first impression in a seamless pattern or checkerboard design, this look is a nod to trending neoclassical style with an Art Deco influence - an upscale approach to your everyday spaces.
Belgotex Digital Printed Vinyl in Jungle. Tile Space Bali Nusa Gecko 20, $125 to $155 per m2. Belgotex Digital Printed Vinyl in Water. SuzyAndWillsDesigns Art Deco Ceramic Tile Blush Pink Geo Print, $27 per tile.