Friday, February 18

to paper, pt1

Wallpapering is one of the most beautiful textural additions that can be made to an interior.  The sophistication it contributes to a room really comes down to two important factors -  the quality of the pattern in the paper, combined with, of course, what else is going on in the rest of the room in which its featured.  Being a true lover of all things patterned, I believe there is always room for a statement print, whether it be bold or subtle.  Intricate designs on the walls in a room really give a personality and joy that just isn't achieved with a minimalist decor. And there is nothing more lovely than when all other patterns in the space (on the sofa, drapes, cushions, rugs) are all teamed in a brave, yet harmonious way. 

I guess if your at a loss and don't know which way to pattern, start with looking to two amazing Australian designers like Florence Broadhurst, a master in having produced the most iconic motifs; or Catherine Martin,who certainly knows her way around a geometric graphic. www.signatureprints.com.au and www.catherinemartin.com 



Florence Broadhurt's Ink Blue on Flat White via www.designfiles.net


FB's Spotted Floral via www.designfiles.net


FB's Shadow Floral via www.signatureprints.com.au 


Catherine Martin's Lyrebird via www.porterspaints.com

CM's Sparrow via www.porterspaints.com

CM's Alphabet City via www.porterspaints.com

CM's Cockatoo via www.porterspaints.com 


CM's Circus Silohettes combined with a Stripes dado