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IMPACT Clash bold patterns, colours and textures to embrace this season’s trend for maximalism FEATURE JULES BARTON-BRECK JULESSASYSO.COM
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interiors appear effortlessly styled, with collections that are thrown together in an eclectic, almost cluttered mix, which in theory shouldn’t work, but somehow absolutely does,’ says Martin Holland of MartinMark Design and winner of the BBC’s Great British Interior Design Challenge. ‘The mantra is most definitely “more is more” and almost anything goes. It’s a great opportunity to mix pieces from different periods to create your own unique look. Colour is one of the quickest ways to achieve the maximalist look and there’s no room for subtlety. Opt for a bright and bold attention-grabbing shade, or go ultra-dark for a dramatic backdrop. Wallpaper is more popular now than ever before – look out for eye-popping and daring prints and use across all four walls.’ Maximalism is all about accessories – play around with scale, shape, texture and colour to create a rich contrast and bold statements against the backdrop of the room. It’s about creating a mini adventure from the moment you enter the space, so think sculptural, eclectic and oversized for maximum effect. ➤
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