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Go Bold With These 5 Home Statement Pieces
Move over minimalism: The maximalist aesthetic features statement pieces, bright colors, geometric patterns and even a little pop art inspiration
By Chelsea Lin & Jennifer Pinto May 7, 2019
This article originally appeared in the May 2019 issue of Seattle magazine.
This article appears in print in the May 2019 issue and is part of our Top Home Shops feature. Click here to subscribe.
This rainbow-hued patch rug from Ligne Pure (from $659) has the potential to liven up the drabbest Seattle day. Available at Alchemy Collections, Belltown, 2111 First Ave.; 206.441.2350
The wallpaper designers behind Bainbridge Island–based Abnormals Anonymous offer this cheeky new print ($130 per yard) that’s reminiscent of the popcorn ceiling—in a good way. Available at abnormalsanonymous.com
Internationally acclaimed British designer Tom Dixon has a new line of stubby, curved upholstered chairs called Fat (from $1,400). Available at Inform Interiors, Capitol Hill, 1526 Bellevue Ave.; 206.622.1608
With a sleek design and personality to spare, these powder-coated steel bookends ($32 each, in sage, coral or yellow) from Seattle-based Fruitsuper design studio marry fashion and function. Available at fruitsuper.com
Local artist Genevieve St. Charles, who goes by Goldsuit, is turning her signature oversize pop art pieces into custom furniture, like this hand-cut and -painted, resin-coated peach side table ($300). Available at artofgoldsuit.com
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