Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Whether stamped on the vinyl floor of a 1950s diner, tessellating down a Victorian hallway, or stencilled atop ...

If you’ve been paying attention to design trends over the last couple of years, then you’ve probably noticed one familiar style has reemerged with a vengeance: the checkerboard pattern. While you may ...

This Checkerboard Crochet Blanket is a fun and versatile project perfect for crocheters of all skill levels. Its simple construction of thirty individual squares makes it easy to work on the go or in ...

From subtle upholstery to statement flooring, there are more ways to celebrate this season’s hottest pattern than you might think Sophie Robinson scatter cushions, €55, DFS Yard Barton check cushion, ...

The classic black and white checkerboard is back and it’s stronger than ever. While it’s never really gone away, we’ve mostly seen the pattern on beautiful floors in hallways or kitchens but, in ...

This bold pattern is sure to spruce up your space as the seasons change, and we’ve found nine home accessories in checkerboard patterns that we’re loving right now. Checkerboard homeware is having a ...