When it comes to color, Hella Jongerius is one of our favorite contemporary designers. Her patterns for Maharam, Vitra, and IKEA strike a balance between subtle colors and bold notes...

Jongerius' unique approach to pattern appears in all her projects: for Vitra's Polder Sofa she used the cushions as palettes for contrasting colors and textures.

For the Repeat line of textiles, Jongerius created a series of distinct but related patterns that flow into one another.

For IKEA's PS Jonsberg Vase, Jongerius integrated traditional handcrafted ceramic techniques with industrial mass production.

View the Repeat line here, the Layers line here, the PS Jonsberg Vase here, and the Polder Sofa here.