These are a few of my favourite things

Panels formed from two wallpapers, one a negative of the other, separated by a border of paint.

Fretwork panels mirror the rug, and the classic mix of blue and yellow.

Black and white and red all over.

Black and white doors and bold stripes of linoleum make a bold impression.

All images from House & Garden, chosen by Wendy Harrop and Gabby Deeming.

The use of geometric pattern is highly effective, and for someone who likes symmetry, very desirable.