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collections | Feb 7, 2023 |
7 high-contrast designs that leverage the element of surprise

Incorporating one bold motif into an interior makes a statement, but using two or more in the same piece is downright daring. Whether you’re a maximalist who’s at home with bold layers or a minimalist exploring outside your comfort zone, these high-contrast designs do the hard work for you. From polychromatic wallcoverings to two-toned rugs, Business of Home presents seven accents that use artful juxtapositions to create a stylish surprise.

Courtesy of Élitis
Courtesy of Élitis
MOIRE BLEU COMME UNE ROSE WALLCOVERING — ÉLITIS
The sum of the various contrasting tones in this wallcovering by Élitis is greater than its parts. Use this kaleidoscopic stunner to forge a vibrant accent wall or to welcome guests in the entryway with an energetic pattern.

Courtesy of  Lulu and Georgia
Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia
WILCOX RUG BY JAKE ARNOLD — LULU AND GEORGIA
Composed of two different styles of floorcoverings, the Wilcox rug by Jake Arnold for Lulu and Georgia boasts a tone-on-tone design and an asymmetrical silhouette for added oomph.

Courtesy of Élitis
Courtesy of Élitis
AMBIENTI LEVANTE FABRIC — ÉLITIS
A classic jacquard weave with a contemporary twist, this boldly banded upholstery fabric by Élitis is made from a medley of luxe fibers, including raffia, wool and silk.

Courtesy of Porter Teleo
Courtesy of Porter Teleo
HARMONY WALLCOVERING — PORTER TELEO
The whorling yellow and green lines in Porter Teleo’s hand-painted Harmony wallcovering create a sense of rhythm and movement.

Courtesy of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’
Courtesy of Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’
ADDIE SIDE TABLE IN SOLID WHITE — MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS
What’s black and white and chic all over? Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’s Addie in Solid White is topped with a contrasting tempered-glass for a dash of graphic drama.

Courtesy of New Ravenna
Courtesy of New Ravenna
LUPITA MOSAIC IN DOLOMITE AND ROJO ALICANTE — NEW RAVENNA
The Lupita mosaic by New Ravenna showcases a symphony of sumptuous—and disparately hued—stones such as white dolomite, rich red Rojo Alicante and cornflower blue glazed basalt.

Courtesy of Thibaut
Courtesy of Thibaut
TERRAZA FABRIC IN CORAL — THIBAUT
Don’t let the playfulness of Thibaut’s Terraza fabric in Coral fool you—it’s a real workhorse. Woven from a blend of boucle and chenille, this vibrant two-toned outdoor performance upholstery features a solution-dyed acrylic finish to ensure it can withstand the elements.

Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.

Homepage photo: The Wilcox rug by Jake Arnold for Lulu and Georgia | Courtesy of Lulu and Georgia

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