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Design: The British influence

Originally published: July 25, 2012 4:39 PM
Updated: July 26, 2012 11:16 AM

By RUTH BASHINSKY. Special to Newsday

Wallpaper has enjoyed a revival in popularity over

Photo credit: Handout | Wallpaper has enjoyed a revival in popularity over recent years with more people becoming bolder in their choice of color and pattern. Two wallpaper patterns, in particular that are generating a buzz include the Lotus and Silvergate design, notes Sarah Cole, Farrow Ball’s Sales Marketing Director. “These designs are modern classics and are especially effective in contemporary colors for a twist on the traditional design. Stripes are also popular.” This particular color is part of their Special Edition collection available at Farrow Ball 112 Mercer Street , NYC, 212-334-8330, farrow-ball.com

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