Annular denotes the
longitudinal scale of the pattern, and annular mode suggests the NAM reflects dynamical processes that transcend a particular hemisphere or, for that matter, planet.
Using these earlier pages as templates, Kozloff employed digital processes to reimagine the arrangement and
scale of the patterns for her new work.
My biggest piece of advice centers around
the scale of each pattern: make sure to select prints that are different enough so that they don't compete visually.
Also, I've read that
the scale of patterns should be contrasting and if they're not, have the colors be highly contrasting (so there goes the common color rule!).
The key to making this work is to vary
the scale of the patterns, she says.
The key with pattern is to ensure that the pattern sizes are not all the same — for example, if you have a large pattern on the area rug then have a smaller pattern on the ottoman, so vary
the scale of your patterns.
When dressing large windows, consider
the scale of pattern; too large a print can overpower, too small looks fussy and will blend into the background.
If you're considering a pattern, it's so important to see
the scale of the pattern.
Vary
the scale of patterns and include a pattern that reads as neutral.
Make a classic print — like houndstooth check — modern by playing with
the scale of the pattern and using it in an unexpected color.
Varying
the scale of the patterns, along with large swaths of neutrals (on the sofa and walls) helps pace the exuberant look.
The trick here is to mix
the scale of the pattern repeats and maintain the balance between black and white — neither outweighs the other.
As well as the colour, also consider mimicking
the scale of the pattern on both fabric and wallpaper.