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PLAY COMBINING CONTRASTING PATTERNS IS A CONTEMPORARY WAY TO ADD INTEREST TO YOUR DECOR. CANDICE BOTHA ASKED LOCAL DECORATORS FOR THEIR TOP TIPS FOR MAKING PATTERNS WORK TOGETHER
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Combining patterns is a simple way to add interest and personality to a room. In this living room, Tarryn Hendra of calla&taia has used a patterned rug and scatters to instantly refresh a tired room. The tribal print and geometric patterned cushions on the sofa work in harmony with the abstract rug by keeping to a neutral palette. “Choosing similar tones is key when making several patterns work together – the prints may contrast but the colours are complementary,” she notes. Picture: Olivia Rebecca Photography “Working with pattern combinations is probably my favourite part of any project,” says Kirsty Badenhorst of Kirsty Badenhorst Interiors. “I get to really express my creativity through textures, styles and tones of patterns.” For this master bedroom, Kirsty has created a luxurious feel by pairing a whimsical wallpaper with rough textured marble on the wall around the fireplace. “It is an interesting combination that is enhanced by the contrast between the soft velvets and structured pattern on the scatters which also echoes the feel of the wall feature and brings the space together.” Picture: Courtney Dale Photography In this formal lounge, Kirsty has warmed up a muted colour palette with a pop of gold. “I went for a soft watercolour-like wallpaper, paired with a strong patterned velvet with darker tones to anchor the space,” she says. “The lighter tones are incorporated with the linen feel and embroidered design of the geometric which brightens up the space. People tend to think that neutrals can be boring,
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