Why patterns matter: Choosing between herringbone, chevron, parquet, or diagonal layouts affects a room’s mood, size perception, and style compatibility. Trend shift ahead: Designers are moving away ...

Parquet, pronounced “par kay,” is a geometric mosaic of wood. It is used in accessories, furnishings and flooring and, if you want that “wow” factor and love wood, parquet is your ticket. We have to ...

Parquet flooring has had a complicated reputation. For decades, it was the hallmark of a certain kind of 1970s living room. Think: geometric, a little groovy, very much of its moment. Then came the ...