For a kitchen full of curves, this flamingo illustration brings the check. Two long-necked birds stand on a blue and cream chequerboard, framed by dark green leaves and a scatter of red cherries. Hang it and a plain wall suddenly has a bit of character: the warm sandy background keeps things soft, while the orange and blue do the talking. It works above a kitchen counter, along a hallway, or beside a breakfast table where people actually sit. Pair it with painted cabinets, cane chairs, pale wood and simple cream crockery. Skip busy floral wallpaper or a second strong pattern on the same wall the check needs a quiet backdrop to read properly. As a canvas the matt surface softens the bright orange slightly.