Texture

Don't forget about that... Texture 

 What is texture in interior spaces?

The surface quality of a material. Any surface has a texture, varying from smooth, rough, soft, fluffy or bumpy. Texture can be described in two ways; tactile or visual. 

Tactile texture: the actual feeling of a surface 

Visual texture: is your perception, what a material may feel like. 

Why is texture in interior spaces important?

It's the opportunity to add subtle or powerful dimension to a space. You can determine the areas atmosphere by adding texture. Texture is the best way to differentiate various objects, surfaces and scale. You can communicate a design style further through your texture. 

Texture Weight 

The primary principle of texture is weight. A woolly area carpet is going to associate "heavier" than a linen carpet. The woolly carpet material appears thicker which affiliates with a heavier weight. A smoother material is thinner which appears and feels lighter. You can balance furniture pieces using different weights of textures. To scale down a over sized couch you can incorporate throw pillows using light materials, with smooth textures. 

How does texture relate to Eclectic style? 

Texture relates to Eclectic as much as any other interior style. Incorporating a variety of textures in an Eclectic style is a necessity for a successful outcome.