Alright, Mexico is over and it’s back to the grind. Luckily design is also my happy place so I am excited to jump back in to some e-design. My latest client’s room brought up a very popular subject: matching vs. coordinating. To me, there is nothing worse than walking into any room and feeling like the whole thing came out of a box. I hate when bedrooms have a comforter set complete with a matching wall color. If you have this, don’t feel bad, I get it. It’s easier to buy things that you know match. But, matching can sometimes translate to boring. Instead of aiming to match, try coordinating instead.
I added in various shades of blue, not the blue found in the bedding but, shades within that family. It is also important to not just add solids. The bedding has a great leaf design but, that doesn’t mean you can’t add in other patterns. Pulling from the navy accent color I added in a tribal pattern on the lumbar pillow and pinstripes on the benches. The grey striped rug also adds in a big visual punch!
Recently I started working on a design board for an e-design client and at first glance I labeled this room pretty “matching.” The furniture set matched, as well as the colors around the room. I was walking into a predominantly pink and turquoise room and I wanted to break it up a bit. Here is how I am going to attempt to do that…
Kristin@bliss-athome.com says
I couldn't agree more! Hate when rooms look like that. Love your design board, especially the mismatched dresser and table as nightstands. Love, love, love 🙂 xoxo
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
yes- i totally agree, too! breaking up a set makes it look custom and allows you to add personality to it. and girl, you and i have personality to add.
Amber Tysl says
Yes! So hard to do but so worth it!
Carrie @ Cosy Carolina Interiors says
Pretty room designs!! My philosophy is that life is short, mix patterns and have fun!