Pattern, Story, and Soul: A New Era of Textiles in the Home

By Britt Bengoechea, Reunion Interiors

“From walls to windows, pattern is no longer an accent—it’s the story of the room.”

Every home tells a story, and textiles are one of the chapters we remember most. Drapery that softens the morning light, upholstery that holds a family's laughter, patterns that carry history forward. My collaboration with TWOPAGES was born from this belief: fabric isn't just a finishing touch—it's a foundation. Together, we're exploring how pattern can be both timeless and daring, and how the future of home design lies in textiles that feel as personal as they are beautiful.

Pattern drenching has been one of the most talked-about design movements of the year, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Designers and homeowners are embracing the boldness of enveloping a space in a single motif: wallpaper that climbs from walls to ceiling, upholstery that echoes the drapery, or floor coverings that reinforce the rhythm. The result is immersive and transportive—rather than a room with a pattern, you step into a world of pattern. Moving into 2026, I strongly believe this approach will only grow stronger, driven by a desire for interiors that are layered, maximalist (or Midimalism), and deeply personal.

At the same time, pattern is evolving into something more nuanced. No longer just a bold statement, it's becoming a tool for harmony. Think layered neutrals with quiet texture, delicate florals balanced by modern plaids, subtle stripes that ground a room without overwhelming it. The right textile brings rhythm and movement while still allowing a space to breathe. With TWOPAGES, I set out to design a collection that honors tradition while opening the door to what's next—prints that adapt, layer, and evolve with the way we live now.

Stripes, plaids, and checks meet in spaces that prove pattern mixing can feel both playful and timeless.

The rise of pattern drenching feels like a natural continuation of the European heritage that has always inspired me. Across the continent, from the tiled villas of Spain to the florals of English country houses and the plaids of the Scottish Highlands, pattern has long been used to tell stories and root homes in place and memory. That same spirit is woven into my collaboration with TWOPAGES: a collection that honors tradition while inviting it into modern living, with prints designed to layer, evolve, and endure.

Vivienne is a perfect example of a romantic vine that recalls the delicacy of vintage textiles, yet its lightness and versatile colorways make it at home in any room. Inspired by 18th- and 19th-century archival prints, it echoes the climbing vines of the Spanish and Mediterranean countryside. Ivy, wisteria, and roses that softened stone facades and wrapped gracefully around iron balconies.

Vivienne in Cafe au Lait BB-V3

Rosalind carries that same historical whisper but in a bolder, more graphic form. Inspired by rose-laden trellises, this motif has long symbolized both romance and resilience in European design. From the formal gardens of 18th-century England to the overgrown courtyards of provincial France, climbing roses were celebrated not only for their beauty but for the way they married architecture and nature, creating living patterns of structure and spontaneity.

Rosalind in Silk BB-R1

Lilou speaks to the playful side of history. This delicate floral is rooted in 19th-century French textiles, when lily of the valley and trailing vines were cherished for their beauty and symbolism. Associated with purity and renewal, these blooms often appeared in botanical prints and wallpapers, bringing softness and a sweet charm to interiors. A nod to classic European design, Lilou's dainty scale evokes the warmth and intimacy of sunlit parlors and quiet bedrooms, where florals added a gentle, romantic touch.

Lilou in Cafe Creme BB-L1

Beyond florals, the collection is grounded with Woven pinstripe and Woven plaid, the kinds of “quiet patterns” that never go out of style. Stripes, once seen as utilitarian, become elegant when reinterpreted in soft, textured weaves. Plaid, often tied to tradition, feels fresh in its scaled-down form, adding subtle movement without demanding attention.

Thornwood in Ember BB-T2

Together, these prints tell a story: heritage patterns don't have to be precious or old-fashioned. They can be layered, mixed, and lived with in ways that feel both classic and completely current.

As we embrace this era of design, pattern is leading the way. Bold, nuanced, and deeply personal. My collaboration with TWOPAGES is an invitation to embrace that shift: to drench your home in story, to layer old with new, and to see textiles not as background, but as the heart of the room.

*All photographs credit: Britt Bengoechea

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