These clients are newly empty nesters looking for a relaxing home away from home. They love how neutrals feel in their primary home and wanted to carry that into this new property. Here's how we furnished and styled this home in neutrals while keeping it feeling interesting and layered.
Play With Texture
One of the best ways to keep a neutral palette engaging is by layering textures. When you’re working with a restrained color palette, textures help add depth and dimension. You want to think about mixing different materials—plush velvet cushions, rustic wooden furniture, linen drapes, or a chunky wool throw. Combining smooth, rough, shiny, and matte finishes will make the space feel rich and full of character. Meg likes to use stone, wood, and woven fibers to create organic texture variations, enhancing the depth of the space.
Layer Different Shades of Neutrals
One of the best ways to keep a neutral palette engaging is by layering textures. When you’re working with a restrained color palette, textures help add depth and dimension. You want to think about mixing different materials—plush velvet cushions, rustic wooden furniture, linen drapes, or a chunky wool throw. Combining smooth, rough, shiny, and matte finishes will make the space feel rich and full of character. Meg likes to use stone, wood, and woven fibers to create organic texture variations, enhancing the depth of the space.
Emphasize Natural Light
Neutral colors have the unique ability to reflect natural light, making spaces feel more open and airy. When designing with a neutral palette, allow natural light to flood the room by using light, sheer curtains, or large windows. This will make the space feel brighter and highlight the subtle variations in tone and texture. Meg likes to add reflective decor and accents that bounce the light around the room and enhance the airy feel of the space.
