A review of new book on pattern, The Pattern Base, and a look of upcoming show PATTERNITY

Carol O’Callaghan looks at a new book on pattern design and an upcoming show PATTERNITY at this month’s London Design Week.

Pattern is a big trend — for now — and among the latest books on the theme is The Pattern Base, penned by Kristi O’Meara of the Chicago-based design studio and pattern resource centre for designers, after which the book is named.

It’s a young, up-and-coming organisation rather like an aspiring Pantone for pattern, and one which is growing in influence.