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Trompe l’oeil patterns, exaggerated forms, and pops of color—these far-out designs make for chic optical illusions. Bring on the fun house vibes.

01 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Yellow Glass Pendant Lamp, Bevolo, $1,250

02 Amorgos Vase, Elyse Graham, $1,250

03 Candy Ribbon Wallpaper Mural, Voutsa

04 TriBeCa Rug, Empire Collection

05 Stacked Stone Vessel, Fort Standard, $3,200

06 Iso Hook Set by Hay Design, Need Supply, $29

07 Hexagonal Ottoman, The Inside

08 Bandra Ottoman, Dmitriy & Co., $6,500

09 Cupside Celeste Cabinet, Fornasetti

10 Warm Concentric Sconce, ABC Carpet & Home, from $2,719

11 Optik Fabric by Verner Panton, Maharam

12 Slinkie Runner by Patricia Urquiola, CC Tapis

13 Block Coffee Table, ETC.etcetera, $3,250

14 Almolonga Diamond Pillow, Archive New York, $240

15 Pontiac Hexagon Geo Mirror, Merve KahramanThis story originally appeared in the fall 2018 issue with the headline “Fun House.”