Few interior designers layer patterns as much as Isabel Ladd – the maximalist designer lives by the words 'more is more, less is a bore,' after all. Each space Isabel shares delivers on bold, bright and characterful design, and pattern is a major player. Whether working with intricate florals or eye-catching geometrics, she's a master at pairing, mixing and layering – carefully approaching the line of 'too much' without crossing.
Recently, Isabel was told that most of her designs include a total of seven unique patterns, and she realized she'd been turning to the lucky number time and time again. To hear a bit more about how she packs seven patterns into a single space, we sat down with Isabel, and she provided her expert list of pattern-mixing tips. Plus, she shared how her style's evolved over time, taking a 180-degree turn from neutral and trend-centric to eclectic and exciting. Here's all you need to know.
