8 contemporary designs with timeless appeal
Collections | Apr 2, 2024
Whether it’s simple stripes or a checkered plaid, certain patterns will never go out of style. From graphic animal-print drapery fabric to paisley-covered wallpaper, these of-the-moment designs reimagine old-school motifs in a medley of modern ways.
TIGRE WARP PRINT FABRIC IN GOLD BY BRUNSCHWIG & FILS — KRAVET
Offered in hues such as citron, gold and teal, this conspicuously striped silk drapery upholstery can instantly energize a lifeless windowscape.
STARLIGHT WINDOWCOVERING IN TAN BY THE MUSEUM OF INDIAN ARTS AND CULTURE — HARTMANN&FORBES
Hartmann&Forbes partnered with the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture in Sante Fe, New Mexico, to translate an early 20th century storage basket from the Yurok people of California into this hand-loomed grass-weave windowcovering.
RIVERBANK WALLCOVERING IN AUTUMN GOLD — ARTE
This woven jacquard stunner draws inspiration from centuries-old Japanese tapestries and features a pixelated forest scene complete with cranes and willow trees.
OCEANSIDE BRUSH FRINGE — SAMUEL & SONS
Woven in weather-safe acrylic fibers, an array of gradient tones adds a timely twist to this neoclassical-style trim.
KALEA STRIPE FABRIC IN JUNGLE — THIBAUT
Available in six eye-catching polychromatic colorways, this boldly banded waterproof design will bring a splash of personality to an understated poolside setup.
EDITH FABRIC IN GARDEN — RICHLOOM
A symphony of statement-making shades—including pale pink, sage green and cerulean blue—brings this classic buffalo plaid number straight into the 21st century.
FLORAL PAISLEY WALLPAPER IN HARBOR BY KRISTEN LEIGH — STOUT TEXTILES
Based on a watercolor illustration by artist and textile designer Kristen Leigh, this pretty floral wallpaper provides a painterly spin on a retro paisley motif.
KIKKO FABRIC — PERENNIALS
Talk about a multitasker: This polychromatic performance fabric is safe for outdoor use and supplies a contemporary alternative to the traditional harlequin pattern.
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.
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