
Pattern is the perfect antidote to modern, minimal living, and it's big news...
Be bold and mix modern and traditional prints in vibrant hues for a show-stopping scheme that oozes retro style.

Credit: Jake Curtis
Be bold and mix modern and traditional prints in vibrant hues for a show-stopping scheme that oozes retro style.
Noughtone Portion sofa, £1,950, Aria. Anichov Nutmeg wallpaper, £35 per 10m roll; Edgar glass orange table, £499, Designers Guild. Glamour mirror, £250, Kelly Hoppen at Bhs. Square wooden table, £99; shoes, £25, Marks & Spencer. Table lamp, £500, Squint. Cushions (from left): Orange and brown Confidence cushion, £115, Stepevi Orange and cream gerbera cushion, £63, Anna Whitford. Andrea cushion, £8.99, Ikea. Wavy chocolate and orange cushion, £35, The Conran Shop.
If you're not overly confident using pattern throughout the room, invest in some attention-grabbing accessories instead.

Credit: Jake Curtis
Glass table, £499; Pattern by Tricia Guild, £30, Designers Guild. Lamp in Japanese silk and French cotton, £500, Squint. Rocking chair, £1,400, Missoni Home. Necklace, £12, Marks & Spencer. Missoni Margherita cup and saucer, £59, ICTC