19 neutral living rooms that are anything but boring
- By Peter Gordon
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- 08 Jul, 2021
After the past year, it's likely you've emerged in one of two camps when it comes to your home aesthetic: a Marie Kondo-esque minimalist who wants fewer things and an interior space that generates a sense of calm whenever you're in it; or an all-out maximalist who, after the stress and anxiety of the last 12 months, wants to live big and boldly with colour at the forefront of your mind. And should you have thought, 'That's me!' to the first group, then do we have some home inspiration images—namely, neutral living rooms—you're going to love.
The living room is a key area within any space, and opting for a neutral colour palette is anything but boring. White, off-white, cream, light grey, beige and tan offer up a dreamy palette off which to base the rest of your room. Choose one colour for a truly minimalist mood, or opt for a carefully curated mix of hues to create the cosiest of spaces.
The beauty of a neutral colour palette is that you can build in subtle accents, too, like a statement chair, coloured cushions or cool textures to elevate the space even further.
Not convinced that a neutral colour palette is for you? Suzy Chiazzari, the founder and principal of the Iris School of Colour Therapy and Holistic Design Institute, says colours like ivory, taupe and cream are "mentally soothing" choices for your living space. And at the end of a long day with a Netflix binge on the horizon, doesn't that just sound perfect?
Scroll through the gallery below to discover some of the nicest neutral living rooms to inspire you to create your own zen den.
Article courtesy Vogue Living 15th June
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