Think you know Damask? This centuries-old pattern is not simply one thing. From designs that stay true to the classic patterns on jacquard-woven silk to contemporary takes on interlocking botanical motifs, the pattern is more timeless than it is traditional.

Claylike hues are both neutral and colorful — and trending in contemporary interiors internationally. Textured earth tones for walls, floors and ceilings create a soothing escapist mood that pairs perfectly with textured whites and clean furniture forms.

Patterns that feature fractured geometry in mirrored repeats are all over wallcoverings, textiles and more. Consistently fragmented patterns capture the wonder of looking through a kaleidoscope and bring pattern, texture, depth and movement to surfaces.

Vinyl is famously a great imitator and is expanding its repertoire from mimicking wood and concrete to plush faux carpeting. Jacquard-woven vinyl ― with fibers coated in polyester or ceramic for increased durability ― resembles cozy carpeting, tapestry weaves, Japanese tatami mats and playful matting. Technological advances in printing techniques create faux wood and concrete products that are nearly identical to the real thing. The main difference is a long list of performance features, which includes resistance to bacteria, abrasion, slips, impact and delamination, as well as many acoustic properties.

Wood flooring in shades of white, gray and black create evocative moods in styles that range from sleek to rustic and from urban to traditional. A variety of textures, techniques and shades of gray make it possible to find the perfect flooring solution that is anything but neutral.