Decorating with Neutrals
Enjoy a blank canvas for your creativity by exposing yourself to the beauty of
neutrals. You can achieve a sophisticated look by purposefully
limiting your color and patterns. Neutrals can otherwise be translated to mean
white, taupe, beige or natural fibers. When these natural colors are mixed with
textures it brings a calming effect to your space.
By keeping the majority of your larger pieces of furniture a light neutral
color, such as off white or beige, you will create a more simplistic, peaceful
atmosphere. If your tastes run with the dark more rustic neutral colors,
you can expect a warm comforting space. To use neutral colors in your
home, you may select from different shades of brown, rust or
black to ground your palette.
This is an example of a neutral color scheme, notice that
all the colors are natural tones. Here are few suggestions to help you accessorize your
space and get the most of your neutral colors. .
- To create a sleek look, use a single architecturally interesting object
rather than a number of smaller pieces. This will draw the eye to rest upon the
one object, which creates a feeling of simplicity.
- Add natural fiber pillows in neutral colors to add
texture and character.
- Neutral simulates simplicity - keep your decorating
simple, choose accessories wisely and sparingly.
Above all live with what you love. Use these
suggestions as guidelines, but let your own creativity spur your decor and allow
it to create an atmosphere you can live with and enjoy.
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