Isn’t this living room gorgeous? To me, it’s a prime example of how to use neutrals in a non-boring way. When done right, neutral colors–like the ones above–can be very elegant and actually really exciting!
I thought a neutral room would be a good starting point for this new series in which we’ll discuss how you can mimic style from a variety of images in your own home. Hopefully, having a visual, as well as product suggestions on hand, will be helpful as you design your home.
If you’re one for color and pattern, hang tight–we’ll get there. The colors above may be tame, but they’re anything but “safe” due to the depth.
OK, let’s get started…
A crucial part of any welcoming living room is a comfortable sofa. Because the sofa is usually the biggest piece of furniture in the room, picking one in a neutral color is a wise choice. Neutral means more than just white or beige. Sandstone, khaki, grey and even black, are all suitable options. With a neutral sofa, you’ll be able to change up the look of your living room quickly and easily with smaller, more colorful, and less expensive decor.
Our Dexter sofa, topped off with custom pillows, is ideal for a living space like this. It also comes in a loveseat option, making it easy to round out your seating area. While a number of our fabrics would be suitable for a sofa, I just love the look of Wisper, which has the look of linen but the softness of chenille.
For chairs, our Walton is perfect, especially when covered in something like our Folly, which has a microfiber leather suede finish. Pictured below is the chocolate brown, but it also comes in rust and peat.
Time to talk finishing touches…
First of all, the rug. Did you notice how the charcoal color complements the black frames on the wall? This is what I was talking about earlier. When you layer in other neutrals you create depth and a lot more interest. Our Anamarie rug, which is part of our Joanna Gaines collection, is a great pick. Just look at those striking patterns and beautiful colors of fog and beige!
Add light colored furniture, some paint or wallpaper, great lighting, and some accessories, and you’ve got a beautiful room. Be sure to come back for more in this series.
