Interior and Design

In the market: Banana Palm Print

By Cara Messina | August 24, 2016

As spring starts to edge a little closer, so do the new trends for the season. Please welcome back the tropical print. Fortunately it’s not the Hawaiian tropical print from the 90‘s; this update is much better. This trend is about lush banana palm prints in punchy tones and bright colour combos.

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Like any trend, its always best to do your research and gauge how you want to bring this into your home. Start with pieces that that you can easily update. Opt for artwork in the shape of large scale prints, photography or oil paintings.

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If you’re not keen on splurging on a big ticket items, cushions are the easiest and fastest way of adding the latest trend to your home. If you’re bringing in a new colour like green, make sure you have another decorative piece that is also in a similar shade. For example, a tree is the perfect way to bring a sense of balance to the room.

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Combine colour combos of tropical green, creams, light timber and highlights of black to create a warm and bright room. The simple addition of printed drapes and soft contrasting textures makes this an abode you may never want to leave.

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For those who want to drop subtle hints, opt for a printed pots, and planters. It’s a simple and effective way of adding print without going OTT.

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Like all trends they start to adapt. If green isn’t your colour, then maybe a punchy turquoise blue will be your saving grace. Adding a printed wallpaper is the fastest way to re-vamp a room. If you’re going for a bold print, opt for a feature wall.

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If you’re for clashing prints, pops of colour and mixed textures, this Cuba inspired room could be for you. Combining a mix of tropical print, light timber and black and white stripe is an interior designers dream. It’s a tricky one to nail, but if done right, it makes one hell of statement.