Pattern in a Small Space

In recent years, maximalism has made a resurgence in popular interior design trends. Color drenched rooms in bright or moody hues, curvy furnishings, lush plants and thoughtful lighting can create a vibrant and interesting room. For homeowners wanting to dip a toe into the maximalist trend, using pattern in a small bathroom is a perfect place to start.

Wallpaper in a small space is a way to incorporate pattern, but without having to commit to the sometimes prohibitive cost of the product or installation that a larger room would demand. A bold patterned wall covering in a small space brings the room alive, rather than making it feel small, like some would tend to believe. “We love using a patterned wallpaper in a powder bath. The color and pattern offer an unexpected surprise,” says Wendy Langston, owner of Everything Home. A large scale floral can transform a room by incorporating interesting places for the eye to travel to, while also introducing different colors into the design scheme of the room.

Another way to introduce color and pattern into a bathroom is with drapery. A considered shade on the window that provides patterns and privacy is essential, but layered shower curtains are another opportunity to increase the style and sophistication in a utilitarian space. In a recent project, Drapery Street designer Cricket Turner created a custom Roman shade with narrow green stripes on the bathroom window to echo the colors used in the room and the larger scale stripes int he curtains hung on the shower. “The tailored style of the Roman shade plays nicely with the more voluminous double curtains used for the shower,” says Turner. The selections play up the tension between the differing styles, pulling together all the other patterns int he room, including the floor and shower tile.

The design professionals at the IDC can help you achieve your maximalist aspirations. Stop in to visit and be inspired.