Phrase taken from our designers: "Home is where the heart is"... this quote seemed to take on much more meaning this past year as we spent 90% of our time in our homes. It was a year of rearranging furniture, diy-ing to our hearts content, and a lot of online shopping.
If the design bug bit you and you didn't know where to start a safe bet is always neutrals. They are timeless, on trend, and just really good to look at. When incorporating such a monochromatic color palette it can be easy to end up in a sea of the same shade of brown. To combat that, add texture! Bring in natural woods, antiques in the same color palette, textured art, feathers, knitted wools - the opportunities are endless.
One of our favorite ways to add interest to a space without breaking our backs is through the use of a bold light fixture. It draws your eye up and adds interest because of the way the light plays off everything else in the space. A sculptural pendant over a dining table, for example, instantly anchors the room and gives it a reason to be looked at twice.
Layering is the secret ingredient that keeps neutrals from feeling flat. Think bench cushions in nubby linen, a chunky knit throw draped over a velvet sofa, and baskets made of seagrass resting beside a stone fireplace. The mix of matte and sheen, smooth and rough, keeps the eye moving through the room.
At Inner Wisdom Interior Decor we love working with neutrals to create calm, layered, and timeless interiors that never go out of style. If you would love a neutral space but aren't sure where to begin, book a consultation and we will help you build a palette that is anything but boring.