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Character Rich
In an urban family apartment, pattern is
used to chic effect.
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n the introduction of his new book "The Patterned Interior,"
Australian designer Greg Natale writes: "In the world of interior
design, pattern is a conversation-starter. It can delight and
surprise, refresh or rebel; it can shock, overwhelm, polarize or please.
No two people will feel the same way about pattern." He adds: "But
more importantly, pattern can bring a space to life. It introduces a
vital layer to the design of a house, delivering a dynamic buzz, adding
contrast and balance, injecting warmth, detail and interest. And I
couldn't live without it."
Situated in midtown Manhattan, this two-bedroom apartment,
designed for a couple with three children, is a testament to that idea.
Inspired by the color of Astoria, one of Natale's patterned wallpapers
named after the Waldorf Astoria New York, navy blue prevails in all
spaces. Although this was the starting point of the project, pattern was
key when it came to furnishings and accessories. Rugs, including the
Python Glory by Diane Von Furstenberg (The Rug Company) in the
living room, the London by Greg Natale (Designer Rugs) in the dining
room, the custom-designed rug by Jonathan Adler in the kitchen and
the Memphis by Greg Natale (Designer Rugs) in one of the bedrooms
tie everything together through the use of pattern—whether they feature
geometric or abstract motifs. The Australian designer incorporated
his signature element into every room of this urban living apartment
where some of the vintage and contemporary pieces comprise metallic
elements in brass, gold and chrome for a sophisticated effect. "Pattern
is my DNA," notes Natale. gregnatale.com
The Australian
designer
incorporated his
signature element
into every room of
this urban living
apartment where
some of the vintage
and contemporary
pieces comprise
metallic elements
in brass, gold
and chrome for a
sophisticated effect.
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COURTESY
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ANSON
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THE
PATTERNED
INTERIOR
BY
GREG
NATALE,
RIZZOLI
NEW
YORK,
2018
