Mixing patterns is one of those decorating skills that can separate the amateur from the professional interior designer. When it's done well, it also distinguishes a harmonious space from a chaotic ...

THE HUMAN BRAIN loves a good pattern. Evolutionarily speaking, we’re hard-wired to recognize repetitive shapes. They organize the world around us. From a design standpoint, patterns can also help our ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. Phoenix Grey, a Toronto-based interior designer, shared three out-of-style patterns that make your ...

Combining colorful patterns in a single room isn’t one of the most manageable tasks in decorating. Some designers intentionally stick with solids and textures for a cleaner look, but also because ...

Pros explain how to incorporate these vintage patterns and bold colors in a modern way.

Dorothy Draper, the mother of American interior design, was a master at mixing patterns, with her liberal use of motifs and colors. She paired glossy black-and-white checkered floors and thick-striped ...

Patterns are back, and not subtly, but in full force. What was once considered a daring accent is now transforming into an expansive design concept: “Pattern Drenching.” This involves not just ...

This latest installment of our quarterly series with the designer takes a deep dive into how materials and shapes add spice to multifamily. Think of pattern and texture as a spice that is one part of ...

Botanical wallpaper is making a strong comeback, and it’s easy to see why. If you want to bring a refreshing touch of nature into your space, botanical patterns offer timeless style with a calming, ...

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