You don’t understand the happiness I get when I see plum hued sofas…

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Or grape chairs or any shade of purple in upholstery. A nice contrast to the white piece. This is also a good idea for families. You know that one family member who has the white room all decked out in its monochromatic pureness? And then said family member dares someone to step foot in it as the room is for visual eye candy only. Well, if they took a cue from this room and added a darker richer tone, they could actually enjoy their space. Just make everyone sit on the couch with color. Instead of a solid white rug, opt for one that has some color patterns. That way the room can actually function and not feel like a museum.

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{Nuevo estilo as seen on delight by design}

Talk about a lovely mix of patterns…

{Kriste Michelini Interiors via The Aestate Tumblr}

The deco inspired wallpaper, zebra rug, Ikat/tribal lined canopy and striped pillows seems like a lot but I love it. Would I want it all for myself? Probably not but I can appreciate how the patterns are infused to create an explosion of color. One way to make it work is keeping the same palette. Black and white is repeated on the walls, floor and drapes. That’s the easiest way to mix patterns…