The walls in this Fort Wayne, Indiana, dining room have a bold linen print (Bennison's Lorenzo), while the rug has a striped pattern, but they work
... moreThe walls in this Fort Wayne, Indiana, dining room have a bold linen print (Bennison's Lorenzo), while the rug has a striped pattern, but they work together because they're in similar colors. "A fluid, curving pattern and a geometric one can look great together, so try it!" designer Markham Roberts says. "You just have to pull out your swatches, try things out, and trust your eye. If it's hideous, try again."
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Don't be afraid to try patterns to make a room pop. But how can you make sure your space isn't an eyesore? Here, designers share their decorating tips for using patterns the right way.
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