Interior Design Algebra: Pattern + Colour + Plant

Algebra is not as boring as it seems. It just depends on what kind of arithmetic items you choose. In my case I like to add, substract, multiply or divide with interior design and decoration elements. Today's equation is a very simple yet effective one: Add one unit of patterns to a nice unit of colour and add another item from the plant section and the result will be visual splendor. 

As simple as it gets, right? What is your personal interior design and decoration formula?

Photography via The Citizenry

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Why This Room Caught My Eye

It is April 9th and the only spring we have so far here in Munich is the spring we create and style in our happy homes. A bitter truth. But on the other hand, the eternal grey skies and cold temperatures gave me a lot of time to restyle my home and bring in a spring spirit with colours, textures, patterns, botanicals. So this week I am sharing a very spring inspired room with you. Notice the use of those styling elements in this room - it really works well together and makes the place look styled but not completely contrived. 

• Pattern: The pattern of this cushion works perfectly to create interest and the colours in it mirror the dominating colour palette.
• Texture: The added sheep skin makes the sofa nook very homey and snuggly. Varying textures are key to a great and appealing interior styling.
• Colour: I am a colour lover, you know that. And here the colour palette is dominated by the coral hue of the stool/coffee table and the mint hues of the shutter, the chest of drawers and the cushion. It makes spring almost tangible, don't you agree?

What caught your eye instantly in this room?

Happy Tuesday!

Photography via Huset vet Fjorden

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5 Happy Inspirations: Living Room Ideas

Today, I am paying due attention to one of the most frequented rooms in homes, the living room. I start by carefully scrutinizing my own little living room: the dominating colours (black and white), the textiles, the furniture, the art, the style, the decoration. And I notice I need a new coffee table. But I digress. I thought it is a good idea to put together five happy ideas to style a living room - with bold patterns, a gallery wall, colours, a monochromatic approach or a feature wall. What do you prefer?

Photography: Bold pattern via Anthropologie; gallery wall via Planete Deco; colour via Miluccia; monochromatic via Lily; feature wall via Fauxology.

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