Architecture & Design // 3 min Read

Behind the Design: Geometric Patterns

Written by Palmetto Bluff

A popular interior design trend, geometric patterns have been used in interiors and architecture for centuries. And for good reason. Patterns, prints, and geometric shapes are not only versatile, they allow the creation of a wide range of designs that can accommodate varying styles and tastes. Using defined repeating shapes, geometric patterns not only add interest, they also create a sense of order resulting in a soothing effect to the eye.

This Moreland Cottage built by Brightwater Homes and part of the Builder Guild Collection is a beautiful example of how geometric patterns are used in a variety of ways, yet sparingly so as to not overstimulate. (Think: less is more.)

From wallpaper and backsplashes to beautiful rugs, furniture, and other textiles, interior designer Mikaelah Seifrit from Southern Grace Interiors demonstrates how geometric patterns are timelessly elegant – giving a unique touch of sophistication and style to this Lowcountry home.

Living Room=

The diamond motif is introduced as you enter the home in both color and texture. The bold pattern of the rug beautifully complements the geometric chair and pillows, successfully combining complex shapes in this peaceful space.

kitchen backsplash=

The backsplash is a stand out in this bright and cheerful white kitchen. Natural marble, in an intricate diamond pattern, adds texture and interest without being visually distracting.

Seating Area=

Diagonal lines are repeated in the seating area in both textiles and the whimsical table base.

bedroom=

The neutral, monochromatic palette, combined with a generous use of white, allow different patterns to blend effortlessly in this soothing bedroom.

Bedroom Chevron=

Chevron takes center stage in this room, shown in the headboard, mirror, and rug. Varying the scale and tone ensures the pattern doesn’t overwhelm the space, while the large format landscape creates balance with soft lines and color.

Bathroom Tile

Restraint is the key to success in this beautiful shower. Using a bold pattern, but with subtle, tonal colors, creates graceful visual interest. The effect is a high-impact accent that feels soothing and luxurious.

Bedroom Curtains=

Drapery panels and decorative pillows add just the right amount of pattern to this rich and welcoming space.

Kitchen Wallpaper=

A whimsical wallpaper with a stylized take on a chevron pattern highlights this petite kitchenette, demonstrating that big design can come in small packages.

Architecture & Design
Moreland Village: Laid Back Luxury

Palmetto Bluff’s Moreland Village feels a world away from the more traditional architecture of the iconi...

Jun 2025

Culture
2025 Inspiring the Arts Scholarship Recipients

We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural winners of the Inspiring the Arts Scholarship—three extraordinary young women pursuing their artistic dreams through higher education! Katherine Donahue has been named our first official scholarship recipient, with Em...

Jun 2025

Culture
Summer Style in the Bluff: Discover What’s New in Retail

From handmade jewelry to performance wear, the latest arrivals at Palmetto Bluff’s retail spots capture the season in true Lowcountry style. This summer, the Bluff’s shops are full of fresh finds, carefully chosen by our trusted retailers—including FLOW Galler...

Jun 2025

Conservation
Citizen Science

Citizen Science is Thriving at Palmetto BluffDid you know that residents of Palmetto Bluff are playing a vital role in national and global conservation efforts—all from their backyard?Through the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy’s growing Citizen Science programs, c...

Jun 2025

Artist in Residence
Music Mosaic

In October 2024, Grammy Award-winning musician Clay Ross visited Palmetto Bluff as part of The Arts Initiative's Artist in Residence Program. Through storytelling and song, he explores identity, heritage, and the universal language of sound. By Barry Kaufman ...

Jun 2025

Food & Wine
Peach Perfect

Palmetto Bluff Club Executive Chef  Beth Cosgrove and Director of Culinary, Chef Rhy Waddington, Cook Up Four Peachy Recipes for a Summer in the South. Is there anything more iconic than a southern peach? A symbol of summer and Southern heritage, the peach car...

Jun 2025

Culture
Finding Fish

Following the tides and angling for redfish in Lowcountry creeks and estuaries with Captains Brian Vaughn and Will Stephens Story by Sandy Lang It is a sunny morning in October and the water is calm and glassy. The silence is punctuated by a gush of breath f...

Jun 2025
home upkeep checklist

Real Estate
Get Ahead of Spring Cleaning: How to Upkeep Your Luxury Lowcountry Home

7 Ways To Upkeep Your Palmetto Bluff Home As spring arrives in the Lowcountry, the change in season brings more than blooming marshlands and sun-drenched afternoons; it’s also a perfect time to refresh and care for your Palmetto Bluff home. Coastal living mea...

May 2025

Discover the Next Great Chapter in Golf Course Design, Only at Palmetto Bluff

When the land speaks, you listen. And at Palmetto Bluff, it spoke to two of golf’s most legendary course designers—Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. We invite you to watch our newest video, shot this past winter and featuring Bill and Ben, along with South Street P...

May 2025
home renovations 2025

Architecture & Design
Renovations That Will Increase Your Home’s Value in 2025

5 Renovations to Increase the Value of Your Lowcountry Home Whether Palmetto Bluff is your full-time residence or a cherished retreat, deciding to sell is never a quick or casual choice. However, when the time does come, you want your home to be as market-rea...

May 2025

CURIOUS ABOUT LIFE AT THE BLUFF?

Sign up for our newsletter

LIVE
Community Villages
Experience
Palmetto Bluff Club
On The Water
The Arts Initiative
Events
Conserve
About Us