Trends may ebb and flow, but our collective love of pattern shows no sign of abating. In recent years, our homes have embraced a rich array of prints – from the nostalgic charm of cottagecore florals to biophilic designs that calm the senses and reconnect us with nature. Oriental-inspired motifs, too, have brought a touch of escapism, conjuring far-flung landscapes from the comfort of our living rooms.

In 2025, however, the mood is shifting. The most design-savvy spaces are embracing patterns that are bolder, more graphic, and quietly self-assured. Geometric and abstract prints are stepping into the spotlight – not as passing trends, but as modern classics in the making. Whether covering entire walls or tailored into upholstery, these prints do more than decorate. They introduce a graphic rhythm, lending structure to softer schemes, and bringing clarity to richer, more layered interiors.

Here, we explore how to use geometric prints in home décor – from building confident colour palettes to weaving them into interiors that range from calm and curated to joyfully eclectic.

Why geometric and abstract prints are the patterns to watch in 2025

There’s a reason geometric and abstract prints are enjoying their moment in the spotlight: they offer a visual language that feels at once contemporary and expressive. As we increasingly ask our interiors to reflect who we are – not just how we live – these patterns strike a compelling balance.

Dynamic enough to spark interest, yet nuanced enough to live with, they bring personality without overpowering a space. Unlike more traditional motifs, geometric and abstract designs carry less baggage – they are looser, more open-ended; less about nostalgia and more about interpretation.

Take Waltzer from our Small Prints II collection – a playful, painterly design printed on pure linen. Its scalloped, abstract shapes recall passementerie but feel distinctly modern, capturing a rhythm that's almost musical, while the linen base lends it a softness and tactility that makes it endlessly adaptable. Used on a curvaceous armchair or a statement headboard, Waltzer doesn’t just inhabit a space – it animates it.

What makes a print like this truly special is its versatility. It can introduce quiet drama into a calm, tonal scheme or serve as a visual anchor when paired with more exuberant designs – think the joyful blooms of Albertine in Coral Orange or the playful geometric shapes of Casper in Mandarin.

Pairing colour palettes with geometric and abstract prints

Colour doesn’t just support a pattern – it defines how it sits in a space. The right palette can enhance a fabric’s character, anchoring it within a room or letting it take centre stage. One of the simplest – yet most effective – approaches is to pair bold patterns with neutral tones: soft greys, chalky whites, oatmeals or warm stone hues offer a calm canvas that allows dynamic prints to shine without overwhelming the space.

For those seeking something more daring, try playing with contrast: think walls in our striking geometric print, Pinball in Indigo, its bold geometric shapes offset by a linen sofa in saffron yellow. Or set an armchair in our richly abstract velvet Java in Lotus against deep teal walls, turning the print into a focal point that reads like a piece of modern art. These juxtapositions inject instant energy and create a sense of design confidence – the sort that feels considered rather than chaotic.

Equally successful, and often easier to live with, are palettes drawn directly from the fabric itself – and this is where a multi-coloured print comes into its own. Take Maypole in Peony, a playful geometric design shown here on an upholstered ottoman. Its wavy lines and spirited pinks and greens ripple across the room – echoed in the joyful reds and pinks of Garden Gate on the sofa, and the fresh green curtains which showcase another geometric print, Hopscotch.

Deeper tones, like the terracotta walls and raspberry pink jute rug, add warmth and a grounding feel, creating a scheme that’s cohesive yet eclectic.

How to incorporate geometric and abstract prints into different interior styles

Geometric and abstract prints are remarkably versatile, their graphic clarity and fluid forms making them a seamless fit across a wide spectrum of interior styles, from modern to industrial, and bold, eclectic spaces in between. Whether you’re introducing a point of interest to a clean, minimalist scheme or adding visual rhythm to a more layered aesthetic, these prints have a way of adapting to their surroundings while making a confident design statement.

In contemporary settings, a geometric print in a pared-back palette brings structure and refinement – think cushions or a tailored Roman blind showcasing neat geometric shapes (our Ashfield and Smocked printed linens are perfect examples). Industrial interiors benefit from the softness that abstract art prints offer: velvet curtains in the dramatic Kimono Dreams design (pictured), with its inky blues lifted by coral and mustard tones, can warm up exposed brick and steel architecture with rich, painterly depth.

Meanwhile, in eclectic schemes, it pays to be playful – layering patterns and colours across soft furnishings and upholstery to create a space that feels vibrant, expressive and utterly personal.

Don’t be afraid to think creatively. Use a vibrant abstract print to upholster a statement headboard, or line the back of a glass-fronted cupboard with a small-scale pattern for an unexpected moment of wall art. These touches bring prints into real life in imaginative ways, proving that they’re more than just decorative: they’re expressive tools for shaping the mood, style and atmosphere of a home décor, room by room.

Making the most of geometric and abstract prints in your home

The beauty of geometric and abstract prints is that they can command attention as bold statement pieces, or work quietly in the background, layering in subtle texture and movement. Used boldly, these art prints become the heartbeat of a room. Take Crystal in Sunset (pictured), an abstract velvet inspired by British landscape artist John Nash. It transforms this armchair into a piece of modern art, beautifully showcased against olive green walls.

Equally, these prints can play a supporting role: imagine the armchair in a plain linen, with a scatter cushion in Crystal providing just a touch of colour and pattern to lift the space without overwhelming it.

Even in smaller doses, these thoughtful touches can have real impact. A graphic linen blind in a neutral-toned hallway adds just enough pattern to catch the eye while keeping the overall look calm and understated. In a bedroom, an upholstered headboard in a striking geometric fabric doubles as geometric wall art, adding dynamic shape and movement.

Throughout the home, geometric and abstract prints add rhythm and personality – lifting a pared-back kitchen, energising a modern study, or creating a relaxed yet curated feel in a family living space.

Geometric and abstract prints aren’t about following trends – they’re about expressing your individuality. They invite you to shape your spaces with imagination, layering pattern and rhythm in ways that resonate. Whether embraced boldly or layered with subtlety, the possibilities are endless – and the only real rule is to trust your eye.