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This is not the first time that the Hooker Furniture Living Room Melange Flowered Drum Table is featured here. It epitomizes the subtle beauty of florals as it blends well with the rest of the natural elements in this patio.
When choosing color, it pays to see a little personality and to know what’s hot for the current season. It’s spring and what’s hot are muted color schemes. These colors have a wonderful, calming effect upon the senses. They communicated relevance and modernism without even trying.
So, now that you’re thinking of the most impactful palette for your home, here are some ideas that might help you decide –
Think of the Backdrop
Unless you are trying to appear vulgar – which no one would want, of course – then be sure to use floral patterns for this season. It is the safest way to go. Floral patterns work best on a lighter background. While darker backgrounds don’t always go well with floral designs, they do work, too, just as long as the colors used blend together, also with the other elements of design in the home.
Sparse Florals
Florals can be an overpowering print. When overdone, it tends to resemble a backwoods yard sale more than an elegant piece. Pick just one element for your floral design like an area rug, a piece of furniture, wall art or a bunch of throws.
Mixing and matching the floral pieces can overwhelm your space so steer clear of such plans. Instead, use small doses of floral prints on sofas or chairs. Toning the florals down can even add to the elegance of your furnishings.
No to Wallpaper
Some interior designers may disagree by stating that wallpapers are okay in moderation, the fact remains that using floral designs on wallpapers – at least the overpowering ones – can easily create chaos in your design.
If the floral wallpaper is a little too much, consider replacing it with floral wall decals in a corner. This will provide a more organized and smart look.
How About Asian Florals?
Abstract and modern florals such as lotus and cherry blossoms are commonly found in contemporary habitats. Do not overplay this theme, though. Just maintain the fresh, uncomplicated look that Asian florals provide by keeping them to a bare minimum.
Play Safe with the Classics
If you have no plans of redecorating every few months, then it is best to stay with the classic themes. Find prints that do not generally go out of fashion. Look for the understated, basic florals. Keep in mind that animal prints can also go well with florals just as long as you don’t overplay them.
Traditional florals also look best as classic upholstery. These are one of the decorator’s favorite looks. Have a floral sofa pillow paired with accent chairs. These pairings will help create a cohesive look.
Floral Flooring – Why Not?
Whoever said that florals can only be used on walls and on furnishings? Artful floral designs on the floor can play up the white walls and neutral ceiling. This would be a unique way to top your design as the lively colors group right where you step and not where you often look at.
If the floral paintings on the floor are a little too much, then you can always have an area rug set up instead. This floral area rug can add colors and pattern, say, in the heart of your home or inside the often boring bedroom.
Floral patterns don’t end on furniture and wallpapers. The Capel Incorporated Floor Coverings Coco’s Flower Rug 1927RS Peacock Brown proves just this.
The Patio Fashion
Make your patio more exciting as you punch up the design there. Don’t be afraid to use pigmented prints in your patio. You may think that that area is already filled with colors but this shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a floral pattern there.
Try pairing floral accents with plain furniture. These accents should create visual interest in an already interesting place. Let this flower explosion beautifully present your character which is flamboyant and exciting.
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