<p> Florals are a staple of country style &#x2013; what other pattern is so redolent of cottage gardens?&#xA0; </p> <p> For a contemporary twist, go for a vintage print in zingy shades on a sofa armchair or footstool, like this design from Sofa Workshop that reinterprets a vintage print from London&apos;s Victoria &amp; Albert museum. </p> <p> Bold designs draw the eye, so keep the rest of the room relatively neutral to give them space. </p>