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"Grab a box of note cards to display on your workspace, like these by Rytex, and spread a little spring to your closest friends." Neiman Marcus, Copley Place, 617-536- 3660; neimanmarcus.com photography Courtesy of L'objet (frame); by sheLLy harrison (haydeL) "Add a dramatic floral effect with this Nina Campbell wall cover through Osborne & Little. They are my go-to for colorful, fresh, and bold wallpaper." Boston Design Center, 1 Design Center Pl., No. 551, 617-737- 2924; osborneand little.com left: "Discover inspiration in brightly colored or naturally formed marble stones for your kitchen or bath, like these from Cumar Marble and Granite. I love the impression of flowers without the literal context." 69 Norman St., No. 4, Everett, 617-389- 7818; cumar.com above: "Local pottery genius Jill Rosenwald's take on floral is modern and fresh. I love this relaxed approach to toile, without the heavy scenes of the past." 369 Congress St., 617-422-0787; jillrosenwald.com left: "If you'd rather walk on the conservative side, pick up one of my favorite floral frames by L'Objet. Gold and floral are back." Bloomingdale's, The Mall at Chestnut Hill, 617-630-6000; bloomingdales.com Flower Power InterIor desIgner Eric HaydEl Injects new lIfe Into sprIng's bIggest trend. by jessica bowne Say no to stodgy f lorals: That's Eric Haydel's motto. The Boston-based interior designer, born in Louisiana and known for his ease at blending Southern warmth with New England sensibilities, mixes patterns with reckless abandon. Haydel, who in October will begin his term as president of the New England chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers, tells us that this season is all about f lowers. "Long gone are the days of Victorian chintz," he says, "but that does not mean f loral motifs have lost their place in the world of interiors. During spring fashion, we were inspired by runway looks that walk right into our closets and our home." Haydel shares his favorite f loral items to make your home décor blossom. 369 Congress St., 617-562-6027; emhdesigninc.com BC "long gone are the days of victorian chintz." —eric haydel 124 bostoncommon-magazine.com HAUTE PROPERTY Design News