Neutrals in home decor have a big impact on interior design and the atmosphere of your area. They can help create a clean slate, a cozy, inviting room, or a soothing transition from outside to inside.
According to the Shopping for the Home Report by YPulse, 34% of Gen Z and millennials describe their ideal home decorating aesthetic as modern, using neutral and natural materials, and staying away from unnecessary clutter and over-exaggerated detailing.
Spicing Up Your Home Decor
Knowing all this, make sure you don’t lean too heavily on neutrals. Neutrals can create a beautiful backdrop and core feeling for your home decor, but if you don’t add color and texture throughout the area, it will fall flat. The contrast of beautiful, fun hues against achromatic furniture and architectural accents can make your house more comfortable and inviting, encouraging your guests to feel right at home.
Are you interested in adding more color to your home but are unsure how to? Here are some simple, yet interesting ways to make the leap!
Fun throw pillows
Throw pillows in different colors, patterns and textures can add depth to your room. It can be a simple and seamless way to add more of “you” to any living space. Whether it’s the family room sofa or the bed in the guest room.
Accent wall art
Invest in a few pieces of art that speak to what you are going for in that room. Maybe it is a specific color, design, or texture, or it could be a picture or two that transport you to another place altogether. Perhaps create a designated space for a full art wall or just a few of your favorite pieces to bring your space to life and be a conversation starter.
Paint your trim
Painting an accent wall is an obvious option when it comes to making a room more colorful. We have seen many versions of it through the years. If you’re looking for a more unique opportunity that involves paint, spruce up your trim instead. Choose a bold hue that complements the room color to create a space that turns heads. Maybe that looks like dark blue trim and light wall color, or sage green with a more earth-toned wall color, whichever speaks to you.
Bold accent furniture
Furniture is usually the centerpiece of a room. It directs the flow, sets boundaries and limits of rooms, and can create a comfortable environment. Instead of going for a full neutral look with your furniture, find one or two pieces that pop and grab your attention – something with detail that will spark conversation, create a movement for your eyes and finish off your space nicely.
Plants, flowers, greenery
Flowers and greenery are more popular than ever, gaining more attention at the start of 2020 when people spent most of their days inside their own homes. These plants offer a simple way to add pops of color and look great with nearly any design scheme. They also provide you with a better atmosphere mentally and physically. This trend continues to grow in the biophilic interior design space.
Area rugs
Area rugs bring a room together. They add softness, color, texture, and design to a room without filling it up. If you feel like the room is missing something, and it involves more than just more color, consider adding a large area rug to the room! Choose a bright hue and pattern that pops and adds comfort to the living space.
Reach Out For Help
Contact Gina Wolleat Decorating Den. Accessorizing isn’t the easiest thing to do. If you need help finding the perfect elements for your home, reach out for some help! Contact Room Reimagined Design for further assistance at (651) 387-3861.
