How to transform any space with earthy, energetic neutrals
Whether you’re moving into a new house or refreshing a lived-in space, you can never go wrong with neutrals.
In this light-filled California home, natural, desert-inspired tones—like cream, tan and mocha—serve as a neutral foundation that will feel classic for years to come. To enliven a space that could easily become beige and boring, we drew inspiration from nature with swaths of deep blues, clay reds and springy greens, plus layers of organic texture and forms that curve like the earth itself.
In keeping with this neutral, natural theme, we invited artists inspired by the natural world to showcase their work alongside our latest collections. Above, a silk rug by Tantuvi Studio provides a striking focal point in the living room.
We gave in to the simple yet lasting beauty that comes from nature.
Los Angeles artist Sara Marlowe Hall, whose abstract painting is pictured above, builds texture using acrylic, fabric and plaster.
Taking shape
Undulating forms—whether full-on waves or curved corners—are one way to bring a neutral room to life. Think of this season’s squiggles as a cousin to the stripe: It’s a neutral with personality.
A walk in nature is a feast for your senses, and a stroll through your living room should be no different. Pair rough textures with smooth finishes, and rounded edges with right angles.
Easy does it
Like a picnic in the park, the best dining spaces embrace the beauty of simplicity. Warm woods, tactile fabrics and colored glass set the scene for a casual, memorable meal, while yellow accents bring a bit of sunshine.
Above, the art on the shelf is by
John Zabawa.
Plates with a slightly higher edge work for any meal of the day—and make it easy to go back for seconds.
A walk in nature is a feast for your senses, and a stroll through your living room should be no different.
Los Angeles artist Chris Di Vincente’s oil paintings at once ground and elevate their surroundings.
Nice & breezy
Keep things light and think of your bed as a hammock, with a woven headboard and sheets featuring patterns like crested waves. Meanwhile, a dresser with a textured front doesn’t need much in the way of accessories.
A curved bathtub packs a one-two punch of form and function. Clean lines and natural light make for a bathroom that’s easy to unwind in.
Sleek ceramic vases fill this built-in shelf for a striking display. To get the look, keep it simple and play with the scale and colors of the vases.