Designers are creating modern reinterpretations of traditional Aztec patterns, transforming woven designs into graphic statement prints. Scaled-up compositions are stretched across bed linens and shower curtains, with bold and bright multicoloured reinventions. In contrast, monochrome Aztec-style motifs present a minimalist look across rugs and cushions, using ikat textures to add surface interest or mixing with gold foil and pale pink to create a maximalist interpretation.
- Aztec-style designs mimic traditional woven patterns, in bold new colour combinations, using both micro and macro scales
- Diamond motifs offer a simple repeat structure, found in designs from Asia, South America and India
- Ikats are printed in dense indigo ink against white and off-white grounds
- Lattice patterns look to Islamic tile designs for inspiration
- Paisleys are reworked and recoloured in modern colour palettes
- Batik and tie-dye designs add a handcrafted element to home interiors
A popular pattern across many different traditional textiles, the diamond remains a favourite for many interior design collections. Whether micro or macro scale, the motif appears in styles reminiscent of Asian ikat and South American and Indian textiles. Printed designs mimic uneven weaves, reproducing the handcrafted aesthetic of traditional textile production, and are rendered in multicolour or two-tone in a fresh contemporary update.
Bold ikat designs are reworked in deep saturated indigo tones. Set against white, off-white or cream, designs are either intricate or starkly minimalist, and are combined with handpainted dots, dashes and diamond ikat designs in collections of ceramics. Woven rugs feature striped ikat patterns, while chevrons and more ornate flourishes appear across upholstery fabrics and lighting.
Inspired by Islamic tile designs, lattice patterns continue to trend across woven rugs, embroidered and printed cushions, and wallpapers. Designs are pared back to a monochrome linear repeat, often in an ogee half-drop structure, and are rendered in bright statement colours, or more muted shades of stone, cream and slate grey.
Paisley patterns are reimagined in multicoloured palettes, using bold scale play and clever placements. Luxurious designs place bright paisley prints in vivid, glowing hues against dense black and indigo backgrounds, while one-colour tonal prints present a stark graphic look against white. Designs vary from simple paisley motif repeats to more complex placements and intricate, ornate decoration.
Traditional textiles from around the world are arranged into stripe patterns, offering simple repeat and patchwork designs. Interesting compositions juxtapose different complex designs in bright colourways, while minimalist stripe patterns mimic traditionally woven rugs. Swedish brand Oyyo bridges the gap between tradition and modern design, reinterpreting classic dhurrie designs in simple patterns and fresh colour palettes. The rugs are handmade in India using centuries-old weaving techniques.
Batik, wax print and tie-dye techniques originating in Asia and Africa are appearing across homewares, introducing a distinctive handcrafted aesthetic. Produced digitally or by hand, these designs are trending across wallpaper, wall panelling, cushions and bedding collections. Designs appear in indigo washes or multicoloured interpretations. Handmade mark-making and uneven dye washes are important features.
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