Choosing textures for a decor is one of the most important steps in designing a new space.
In any type of visual composition and particularly in interior design, it is crutial to play with visual weight, the ability of a certain element to capture the user’s attention. Here, texture plays an essential role, as without it the space can become visually repetitive and lacking in harmony.
In interior design, “texture” goes far beyond its literal definition related to the sense of touch, here we work with visual texture, which results from the combination of different layers of colors, materials, geometries and lighting.
Thus, a huge level of awareness and experimentation in choosing textures is essential. Just as you wouldn’t combine a series of colors on a wall without considering their influence to each other and their effect on the entire space, the same goes for texture.
The choice of each material/texture should be: well thought out, repeated to create a theme, and balanced with the rest of the decor so it doesn’t look predictable or overdone.
Then look to the room you are decorating as a whole and create segments with different materials giving more vitality, depth and warmth to the space.
Play with decorative accessories make up a composition of objects with different textures, creating an area that attracts special attention due to the application of a particularly distinctive piece. Or layer textiles of different materials and colors, adding comfort and movement to the space.
My tip? Experiment, combine samples of different materials before incorporating the different elements into your environment, take a risk and let your creativity flow.
