Space it out. Outdoor spaces are the perfect place to experiment with unexpected design choices. Side by side, the six different outdoor fabrics used on the empire of ottomans throughout this space may be overwhelming. Rather than place the patterns in one area of the room, scatter them throughout the space. This will keep the room feeling balanced and create interest throughout the room.Red chairs: Fermob, Plastica; upholstered seating design: Pae White, 1301PE Gallery; seating fabric: SunbrellaSee more California house tours on California Home + DesignMore: How to Layer Patterns Right