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KeyPatterns:Furniture &Lighting

Maximalist aesthetics, artistic qualities and globalcraftsmanship drive print and pattern directions acrossfurniture and lighting products

Kelly W

earstler

Overview

Chehoma

AnthropologieKelly Wearstler

Print and pattern directions for furniture andlighting br ing personality to shapes and forms,encouraging consumers to reconnect withproducts, while adding powerful and positivestatements to inter iors.

– Nat ure i s st i l l a key i n f l uen ce for designers,from geological formations to woodgraining.V i bran t f l o ral s remain important for pr int andpattern in multiple scales and densities

– Designers and manufacturers revi ve an ci en tart i san craf ts. Inlays and marquetry havebeen undergoing a resurgence, as consumersbuy into craftsmanship and quality products

– G raph i c el emen ts are pai red i n si mpl epattern compositions which are moreadaptable and easier to achieve

– Bold black and white creates str iking impact,with a n o d to n o stal gi c aesth eti cs seen inboth pr int and pattern, and a lso in furnitureand lighting silhouettes

– Maxi mal i sm sees different styles co l l aged o rpai red to geth er in v ibrant, energeticcompositions, creating collectible designs

Bauhaus Blocks

West Elm

1st Dibs

Heal's

Margo Selby

Kelly Wearstler Swoon Editions

Kartell

Bauhaus design inspires furniture and lighting patterns, and will remain as a key directionfor S/S 19. Bold graphic shapes are composed together, creating structural support forshelv ing and etched three-dimensional relief for consoles. Patterns are abstract inplacement, with accents of red and yellow adding a retro feel. L ight use of gold and black isa glamorous touch.

Nature’s Influence

Llot Lov

Sancal

Swoon Editions

Fornasetti

Martino Gamper Urban Outfitters

Missoni Home

Geological and natural contours influence surface decoration, including wood and stoneveining patterns. Mineral strata gets a sophisticated update for table designs, whilependant lighting evokes a calming quality, illuminating delicate patterns into inter iors.Vibrant colours used in jacquard upholstery enliven soft furnishings; contrasting woodveneer geometr ies create powerful statements for contemporary cabinetry.

Clashing Patterns

World of Interiors

Roche Bobois

Bonaldo

Erba Italia

Target Anthropologie

For a maximalist direction, patterns are reworked with flora l and geometr ic motifs. Hardand soft mater ia ls are decorated with v ibrant colourways and handcrafted layers in aneclectic style. Global references fuse with ornate decor and colour-slicing using pr intedtechniques on furniture. Folk flora ls and worldly influences add to this energetic, expressivedirection, creating bold statement pieces.

Artistic Impressions

@southernguildgallery

Anthropologie

Heal's

Notre Monde

Pinch Design Ferréol Babin

Expressive and loosely painted brushstrokes are a focus for soft and hard mater ia ls,reminiscent of an artist’s paint palette. Patterns vary from abstract creative marks, to boldstructural designs, adding a lively and playful touch to furniture. Colours are often layeredand diffused, br inging depth to flat surface areas.

Retro Monochrome

Boca Do Lobo

Bethan Gray x Editions Milano

Wittmann

@stevenbukowski

Anthropologie Decor Pad

Kelly Wearstler

Black and white dr ive a strong linear graphic pr int and pattern direction, creating v isualimpact on furniture and lighting designs. This contrasting monochrome story is ev identacross a ll product categories, as highlighted at this season's Maison & Objet. Geometr icdesigns are updated with thick, a ll-over str ipes and deconstructed gr id formations.Consider subtle elements of str iped and directional lines, ideal for the mass market.

Fresh Blooms

John Lewis

Audenza

Moroso

Anthropologie

Target Missoni Home

All-over flora l patterns refresh solid furniture shapes, giv ing life to hard products. Repeatpatterns range from densely worked wildflowers in smaller scales to v iv id oversizedflour ishing garden flowers. Neutra l or coloured backgrounds offer a contrast for disperseddesigns on ceramics lamp bases or upholstered seating. F lower motifs and linear stems arebrought to life on pendant shades, taking them from the ground to the ceiling.

Crafted Carvings

Maison du Monde

Walter Knoll

Crate & Barrel

Studioilse

Ethnicraft Anthropologie

Craft techniques and artisan mark-marking are continually rejuvenated, modernising oldapproaches and giv ing character and indiv iduality to products. Decorative facades in a ll-over patterns are represented in mini scales or intr icate handcrafted carv ings. Motifs andfolk medallion patterns are carved out of surfaces, celebrating crafted collaborations, withbrands focusing on global makers’ skills.

Open Frameworks

West Elm

Front

Cartoni Design

Midj

Warm Nordic Schema

Molteni & C

Honeycomb structures and inter laced constructions offer an a lternative to pr int, asdesigners experiment with three-dimensional forms. From lightweight metal frames towoven leather and cord, new fabr ications are created for this soft industr ia l-inspireddirection. Designers are clever ly using diverse mater ia ls and subtle colours to createsophisticated and sculptural pieces, ranging from moulded plastic to cardboard.

Angular Inlays

Galapagos Furniture

Alex Mint

Matteo Cibic Studio

Maison du Monde

1st Dibs CB2

Intr icate over lays and inlays remain an important pattern element for products, as designerscontinue to celebrate traditional crafts and her itage design. Bold and sleek, fine gold linescontrast with marble, glass, wood and velvet, creating optical two- and three-dimensionaleffects. Rhombus or diamond shapes are applied in a ll-over repeats, or used in asymmetr icways, ideal for creating dramatic designs.

– Make th e mo st o f materi al s an dsurf aces: celebrate the beauty ofimperfections. For instance, if woods areraw and untreated, create designs thatwork with these elements

– P rai se art i st i c ski l l s: collaborate withprintmakers and illustrators who haveskills and a style that communicates thesame messages as your brand. L imited-edition runs and capsule collections arev ita l to keep the hype up, whileconnecting with new consumers

– Cel ebrat e t h e n arrat i ve: no matter theprice point, shout out about the maker,the process and celebrate the designeron any marketing campaigns or socia lmedia platforms – consumers want toconnect with products, so let them

– Do n ’ t be af rai d t o go bo l d : experimentwith pattern layer ing, textural effects andvibrant designs, these can make for moreeye-catching designs and more statementpieces for VM and the home

Missoni Home

Action Points

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