With neutral colours being so popular in the interior design world right now, there's so many colours being either brought back or introduced into homes. Taupe is a colour that's practically a blend between grey and brown, making it perfect for neutral inspired designs. The best part about the colour is how many different shades of taupe there is to choose from, giving you more possibilities to find your perfect foundation colour.
In this post, we'll go over some of the best ideas to add taupe to your space. Whether it's through pairing with colours, textures and materials or using it to help you lean into a certain design style, we've got you cover on everything you need to know about the colour:
Create a Neutral Base For Your Space
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The most effective way to make the most out of taupe is to use it for the base colour of your space. It's muted, balanced nature create a soft, peaceful vibe like no other colour can. No matter which shade of taupe you select, it will be the perfect canvas for any design style you like the sound of.
Taupe can blend perfectly with other neutral colours when used as a backdrop; it's often best to contrast the brightness/darkness of your walls to break up the space. If you're wanting to add some vibrancy to your home, the neutral tone of taupe will allow your decor and furniture to be the focal points of your space whilst keeping things feeling warm.
Maximise It's Earthy Tones
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Basing the rest of your space's colours around the earthy tone of whichever shade of taupe is another great way to maximise the colour. Using some mrore greens, beiges and browns with your taupe can create a natural inspired, outdoor feeling space.
Spreading out the use of these colours will be the best way to use a variety of colours, to add the most visual interest to your space. You won't have to worry about different colours overbearing your space, as they all fall into the same neutral palette. Using different colours for pillows, blankets and foliage are great ways to sprinkle these colours throughout.
Create a Coastal Oasis
Keeping on the topic of earthiness, taupe is the ideal colour to build a coastal themed space. Taupe blends all the major colours of the outdoors, the perfect basis for a summer inspired, seafront style home. Using taupe for either your primary colour or for your accents, it will bring in a ton of warmth no matter what.
Bringing in coastal elements such as seashells, driftwood and beach-themed artwork will all naturally complement taupe, as well as adding so much to the overall coastal theme. Linen curtains, natural fibre rugs, and soft textiles will also benefit the coastal vibe and fit in perfectly with your taupe space.
Embrace Minimalism
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Another benefit the mute nature of taupe gives you is the ability to fully embrace minimalism, whilst avoiding the usage of stark white. Taupe allows you to embrace clean lines, smooth surfaces and still create warmth in a somewhat empty space.
The minimal warmth will also fill whichever room with calmness and balance, ultimately making it so much more inviting. Opting for functional decor and furniture in neutral colours will help maintain the warmth without disrupting the minimalism. For some stand out accessories, black or dark brown will perfectly contrast the taupe surroundings.
Let Botanical Elements Take Over
One of the best colours you can pair taupe with is lush greens. The colours pair together perfectly, whilst allowing the greens to still stand out from the background. The best way to introduce potted plants into your space is through plants. With so many different options of plants available to you, you'll easily be about to bring the outdoors indoors no matter which shade of taupe you choose.
The organic nature of the plants will also add so much texture to your space, further giving the foliage the centre stage. When it comes to what shade of taupe you choose, either a beige type shade will help create more of a contrast, a greener shade will help to add cohesion throughout the key elements of your space.
Layer Up Your Textures
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Taupe will thrive in a space with texture. Experimenting with different materials and finishes to create visual interest can add so much depth and warmth to your space. There's quite a few different textures that pair perfectly with taupe, including natural stone, bamboo light fixtures and linen curtains.
These textures also most come in neutral, mute colours, adding to the soft, warm vibe that the taupe already gives off. Being sure to not differentiate with the colours of your textures to much can help retain cohesion, whilst giving each aspect its own space to breath.
Infuse Modern Industrialism Into Your Space
Adding urban, industrial elements to a space with taupe paint can be a perfect way to create a space within the design style. Whites are commonly used in industrial designs, but using taupe can add some warmth to what would be a pretty cold space, making it a lot more inviting.
Exposed brick walls, concrete flooring and metal fixtures are some industrial conventions that taupe will work perfectly with, either sharing tones with them or contrasting them efficiently. Adding in some black or dark wood accents can also add to the urban feel whilst carrying the warmth from the taupe into your decor/accents.
Overall, using taupe in your space is the perfect alternative to harsh whites, offering boundless possibilities for how you can base the rest of your space's design around the colour. Whether you want to create a modern, urban space or a cozy, nature inspired retreat, applying taupe to your space will naturally make your space more inviting through its warmth and sophistication.