Zooey Deschanel's pattern clashed living room uses bold accessories, striking furniture, and parquet floors for a stunning effect – and it's easy to recreate
The actress's living room features a floral sofa and a diamond-printed rug, which pair delightfully together thanks to a neutral room color scheme


Patterns are an essential part of home decor. Whether subtle or bold, they add visual interest to a space; however, may of us opt for one statement pattern, rather than mixing and matching for the sake of avoiding a room looking too busy.
Zooey Deschanel is here to prove that mixing patterns in interiors can and should be implemented into design schemes. The actor, who is known for her quirky style, recently shared a clip in her sitting area, and we couldn't help but notice the antique, floral sofa contrasting the checked, black and white rug on the ground.
While pattern clashing requires strategy and thoughtful styling, the results can be just as delightful as Zooey's space.
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Make a statement in your living space with this beautiful, blue-and-white chintz sofa, which features elegant, gold legs and super comfortable cushions. It's a modern coastal take on Zooey's look.
Hand-knotted in India using a mix of polyester and wool, this Persian-style rug contains earthy tones to create a simple design that holds its color well, even over a long time.
This mixed material side table takes its name seriously: It really is a work of art. Using metal, wood, and glass to create some additional storage, its shapely frame and angled legs are stunning.
According to design experts, living rooms are one of the best areas of the home to experiment with pattern clashing.
'Living spaces and bedrooms lend themselves well to pattern clashing, adding definition within open-plan designs,' says David Harris, design director at Andrew Martin. 'A patterned rug under a seating area or a bold wallpaper behind a dining nook can subtly define zones. Even in smaller rooms, using different patterns on upholstery and walls can add depth without overwhelming the space.'
Zooey's space is mostly neutral, with natural, wood floors, white painted walls, and a simple, glass and wood side table sitting next to the sofa. This allows the diamond-patterned rug and floral sofa to really stand out, while the neutral palette serves as a soft base for these bold items.
David further explains that size, color, and the patterns themselves are key in ensuring that a space does not feel overwhelmed by design. 'Balance is crucial,' he explains. 'The key is to create contrast without chaos, so consider scale, colour, and motif. A large-scale geometric print can sit comfortably alongside a delicate floral if they share a common hue, for instance. Layering patterns works best when anchored by solid tones to give the eye a place to rest.'
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To keep pattern clashed furnishings and accessories look slightly more uniform, try tying together colors within patterned items; for example, a plaid, green sofa and a floral rug with flecks of green in it.
Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.
Her love of film is rivaled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.
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