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They bring the pattern into your home without overwhelming it.
There are so many ways to incorporate the ever-popular checkerboard pattern into your home. You can do it through floor tiles in the hallway of your house, incorporate the look via kitchen backsplashes, or tile your whole shower in the pattern. However, if you're not planning on renovating your space any time soon, we have an easier solution for testing out the checkerboard look by this very weekend: just opt for checkboard accent pieces.
"Start with one element—a pillow, rug, or even a tray—then balance that structured pattern with something softer and organic, like a floral or natural texture. That contrast makes it feel intentional and layered, not overly themed," interior designer Mary Patton says. "I love checkerboard in natural materials—like a marble floor or a tonal wool rug. There are some great handmade ceramic pieces with a hand-painted checker pattern that add personality to a shelf or table. And checkerboard drapes in a muted linen? Such a chic, understated way to bring in the trend without it feeling loud."
For anyone wary of embracing this trend for fear it will become uncool in a year or two, worry not. Unlike some TikTok home trends that may feel dated once the design conversation moves on, checkerboard is here to stay.
"Much like gingham or stripes. It’s classic in the right context, and the design world keeps finding fresh ways to interpret it, whether that’s through natural stone floors, tonal textiles, or hand-painted furniture. I don’t see it going out of style anytime soon," Patton says. "The trend is here to stay. It has been around for hundreds of years. There is no better example of this than the Palace of Versailles and its Hall of Mirrors and Grand Trianon!" designer Tara Engelberg adds.
If you're finally ready to give this look a go, we have the right decor and furniture recs for you to add to your cart below.
A checkerboard photo frame is a good way to ease yourself into the trend when you're unsure about committing to it with a big piece of furniture. This one holds a 4x6-inch sentimental photo and can be placed on your dresser, nightstand, or bookshelf.
Children will inevitably stain everything you own, so opting for a functional washable rug like this one will be the key to keeping your child's room clean and put-together. "If committing to a new tile feels like a big step, try experimenting with a checkerboard rug," Engelberg advises. "Live with it for a few months to see how it feels. And if that still feels too bold, you can always start smaller—perhaps with a checkerboard-patterned throw pillow." This rug also happens to work in a grown-up living room, especially if you're prone to spilling red wine. "I would layer this over a larger sisal or jute rug, and place an acrylic coffee table on it so as not to hide the pattern!" Engelberg adds.
Maison Deux may be a Dutch design studio, but if you gravitate toward Scandi furniture and decor, you'll love this blanket, which comes in several colorful combos. It's made from 100 percent New Zealand wool and is super soft. Once unfolded, the blanket measures 4.25 x 6.5 feet to keep you and your partner warm.
MacKenzie-Childs is best known for its popular check print kettles and tableware, but the brand also sells a selection of furniture that will appeal to design lovers who love dopamine decor. "When incorporating any pattern, including checkerboard, into a design, be mindful and purposeful about pattern play," designer Molly Torres Portnof suggests. We think this rounded ottoman fits that bill. It has checks, poppy florals, intricately carved legs, and—if you squint to see—diagonal stripes!
Leave it to the Schoolhouse x Clare V. collab to design a beautiful, multicolored, checkered pillow. The lumbar style is made from 100 percent cotton and has a removable pillow, so if you find it too soft or firm, you can switch it out for your own.
Wallpaper can dramatically transform a room, much like a coat of paint. We can see this funky floral-meets-check design in a powder room or even in a little girl's bedroom to keep the space feeling lively.
This rug comes in three sizes, and what we love about it, aside from the color combinations, is the construction. It's hand-tufted, meaning the rug was created by inserting yarn strands into a backing with a tufting gun for a plush pile and then dyed by hand, so no two rugs will be alike. With a 2.5-inch low pile, the soft rug is designed for high-traffic areas, so go ahead and show it off in a living room or game room.
We imagine the Addams family would want this vase in their home. The hand-pinched vessel adds just the right dose of checkered pattern to your home. This small artisanal detail definitely makes it stand out on your table, especially when filled with bright flowers.
There's something about yellow checks that makes us smile, probably because it reminds us of summer. These resin coasters will keep your cold (or hot) drinks from leaving rings on your new coffee or dining table.
We didn't think a checkerboard bed frame would exist, but we found two! This one from AllModern will be the statement piece in the bedroom and comes in sizes ranging from twin to California King. If the colors are too wild for you, but you like the idea of a checked bed frame, Anthropologie has a neutral option available that is selling out quickly.
Don't look at this chair for too long, or else you may feel dizzy. That said, we do love the groovy take on the checkboard pattern coupled with the very modern ball feet trend. The chair is made to order, so it may take five to six weeks to be delivered, depending on where you live. We say it's worth the wait!
For a rug you can throw in the wash that will instantly add some color to a room, go for this Jonathan Adler for Ruggable circular rug. If the shape is hard to work with for your space, don't worry—you can also get this design in a runner style or as a square area rug.
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