You've probably seen a lot of talk about the use of neutral colour schemes in homes coming into 2023. The colour scheme has started to grow more and more popular recently, and for good reason.
Neutral colours can create a sense of stillness that no other scheme can. In this post, you'll find different ways you can bring as much calmness into your space as possible.
Using Whites for Highlights
If you're looking for the ultimate sense of warmth using natural colours, having beiges and browns as the primary colours in your space is the way to go. Having the warm tones be the focal point of the design allows for you to use lighter tones to add a little pop.
Whites, greens and even lighter browns can prevent your space from being a pretty bland room, whilst maintaining the neutral colour palette your basing your design off of. Having light cushions, plant pots or coffee tables can really make the difference in creating a cohesive, serene interior space.
Utilising Different Natural Materials
To spice up your space whilst maintaining the neutral colour scheme you're aiming for, experimenting with different materials could do wonders for you. Luckily, there's a decent amount of materials that come with the neutral tones, like woods and stones.
A super easy way to use these neutral materials is through decor such as weave baskets, a lot of which use light coloured wood to be made with. These can act as extra storage in your space whilst adding to your neutral space. Using different materials for your decor pieces can allow them to stand out whilst creating depth in your space.
Taking into account the potential colours and materials you can use, how you actually apply them will be key to creating a cohesive space overall. This is where layering comes in.
Using either different shades or different colours entirely, how you pair them togteher will determine whether your space has depth, which can go a long long way in completing your room. Not placing too similar colours/textures next to each other can prevent your space from becoming bland; mixing and matching will never not benefit you.
By using careful planning, this trick can create a layered, neutral, timeless space full of life and colour.
Add Pops of Colour Through Decor
Another method that you could use is using different decor pieces to add pops of colour in your space. Whilst the main elements such as the walls and furniture will still be promoting these neutral colours, there's many different ways that you can add these colour pops. These include:
Artwork: The most common form of wall decor, artwork for your wall can comes in so many different styles and fonts. Places such as Etsy and Pinterest are great places to search for artwork that can complement your space best.
Decorative Pillows: Another super common piece of decor that any space can benefir from, opting for a pillow with an interesting pattern and/or colour scheme can add that highlight you're looking for. Pillows are also a great way to experiment with textures!
Curtains: Something that tends to be on the bottom of peoples list when designing their space is curtains. But what a lot of people don't take into account is the impact carefully selected curtains can have. As well as having the ability to create a more open feel (or the opposite), they're one of the largest pieces of decor you will have. Therefore, utilizing them for a colour pop will be one of the most effective ways you could achieve it.
Area Rugs: something that would probably create more of an impact in decor of a colour pop is a rug. Whether you want a large or small one, the countless different textures, patterns and colours available makes it super easy to find one for your space.
Plants: Maybe the easiest way to add some colour to your neutral space is through plants. This is the best option if you don't want to cause too much of a pop, as green itself is used as a neutral colour. However, using a bold-coloured plant like a montsera can still draw the eye when you walk in.
A colour pop in a neutral space can add a unique, personalized touch to your neautral coloured space if considered carefully. Be sure to explore the options above to see if the piece your missing is out there waiting for you!
Use Lighting to your advantage
No matter what design style, what layout or what colour scheme you have, lighting will always be one of the most important factors in your space. The type of lighting that you choose will determine the overall tone of your space, so you need to make sure to consider art carefully.
When it comes to neutral coloured spaces, opting for soft, gentle light would create more of a seamless flow between the lighting and the overall decor. Using bold, bright colours will overwhelm the space, removing all the calmness that you've spend so long building up.
But besides artificial light, utilising natural lighting will do wonders for your space. The neutral colour palette is based around Earth tones, therefore paired with natural light will blend each element in your space seamlessly. Keeping windows clear, carefully planning you layout to the light hits the right spots will amplify the feel of a natural, earthy feel in your space.
Overall, designing a space with neutral colours can be the perfect place for you to unwind after your day, or fill your day will serenity if you spend most of your time at home. With careful consideration of the elements in this article, you will no doubt be able to create that neutral coloured space you've always dreamed of.