{"id":21907,"date":"2023-07-03T14:00:08","date_gmt":"2023-07-03T13:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/?p=21907"},"modified":"2023-07-03T14:09:20","modified_gmt":"2023-07-03T13:09:20","slug":"statement-furniture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodhomesmagazine.com\/inspiration\/statement-furniture\/","title":{"rendered":"Get the look: statement furniture"},"content":{"rendered":"

One of the trickiest areas of decorating to get right, using pattern in a scheme can range from a subtle hint to an all-out dramatic design, so here’s some statement furniture ideas to get you mixing and matching like a pro.<\/p>\n

Introducing pattern to a space doesn’t have to be bold, bright and oversized. A more muted design in a neutral palette creates an equally striking look. Read on for some of our favourite statement furniture pieces on the market now…<\/p>\n

1. Coordinate and contrast<\/h2>\n

Using an upholstered headboard as the starting point, mix complementary patterns \u2013 as shown below with nature-inspired prints in the cushions and wallpaper, contrasted with a stripe in the same colour palette \u2013 across multiple areas to create a soft, feminine bedroom scheme. The Pavilion Garden Stripe upholstered double bed, shown below from The French Bedroom Company<\/a> executes this perfectly.<\/p>\n

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2. Patterned footstools<\/h2>\n

If you don’t feel brave enough to use patterned prints all over your furniture, these footstools are a great way to introduce it gradually. It also helps to create a more balanced look if you use similar shades to the existing ones in your scheme, thus creating harmony.<\/p>

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1 Jardim pattern banquette footstool, \u00a3299, DFS<\/a><\/p>\n

2 Eva Sonaike Aburi pouffe in Copper, \u00a3359, Sweetpea & Willow<\/a><\/p>\n

3 Bean Bag Bazaar Icon Kyoto large outdoor footstool in Terracotta, \u00a359.99, B&Q<\/a><\/p>\n

3. Make seating the star<\/h2>\n

Let your sofa or chairs take centre stage by choosing a fabric design to suit your de\u0301cor. Whether you invest in new furniture or reupholster existing pieces, it\u2019s a great way of incorporating a pattern you particularly love. The print in these Cameron upholstered dining chairs (\u00a3681, The Dining Chair Company<\/a>) brings a bespoke feel to the modern chair style and brings much-needed colour to the space.<\/p>

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We also love this sofa as a piece of bold statement furniture. The bright colours instantly brighten the room and bring the furniture to centre stage.<\/p>\n

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4. Pick a hero piece<\/h2>\n

Investing in a really striking piece of furniture gives you the opportunity to go for something a little different; plus it\u2019s an easier option for moving from room to room if you\u2019re unable to change the walls or floor. Pictured below, this Optical Inlay nine-drawer sideboard is a great example of this (\u00a32,498, Anthropologie<\/a>).<\/p>\n

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5. Liven up appliances<\/h2>\n
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Not furniture per se, but you can turn dated or plain kitchen staples like fridge-freezers into a work of art using vinyl wrap. Easy to apply, choose from a matt or gloss design to create an eye-catching new look. Pictured below, this\u00a0 dark floral vinyl wrap (from \u00a350.26, Etsy<\/a>), is perfect for making your fridge even more desirable (even if the contents leave a lot to be desired!).<\/p>\n

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