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Tuesday, December 30, 2008

neutral palettes.

"layering textures throughout a room, hints of metallics, for example, or a luxurious sheepskin rug, keeps neutrals from looking bland."
photo by simon upton

photo by justin bernhaut

here adding and accent of red from flowers which can also be replaced easily gives you many options. i also love the simplicity of this room right up to the dainty small chandelier over the bed.
photo by james merrell

photo by miguel flores-vianna

"the subtle spot of worn brick adds intrigue to an all white palette."
photo by max kim-bee.

this bedroom, talk about peaceful.
photo by mikkel vang.


photo by matt albiani

another thing i like about this room is the way everything appears to be teetering on a point, from the coffee table to the couch legs to the side table, kind of a pointy consistent feel.
photo by anita calero


photo by justin bernhaut


photo by max kim-bee


lately i'm seeing so many fabulous rooms and spaces painted in subtle neutral hues. sand and sky palettes and i love this. one would never tire of these natural tones and feels. of course adding that splash of red or purple in an intriguing or vintage chandelier or chair or pillow accents would complete and balance all of that neutrality! easier to change out things like pillows than to keep painting a wall because that bright color is starting to grate on you. domino magazine features an array of stately, comfortable and neutral toned spaces and i thought i'd share the feel of little color. it's calming, relaxing, open and spacious, no matter the size of the space. so breathe and enjoy these gorgeous neutral spaces while at the same time think of what you might add to spice it up. what color in what space? flowers or a piece of furniture that is bold like a red? so many options if you start out with this blank, neutral canvas.