Before diving into how to achieve a neutral interior, first it’s best to understand what colours fit this criteria. In interior design, neutral colour means without colour. In this palette you would find the colours beige, taupe, ivory, grey, black and white, even those that are classed as colourless, will have shades of undertones that will make them all different.
Committing To A Colour Scheme
It can be a daunting task when it comes to committing to your interior colour scheme, especially if you are taking on trendy, but hard to pull off palettes such as neutral. What makes this colour scheme difficult is finding a way to harmonise your hues and prevent the interior from looking too cold.
Be Aware Of Undertones
If you are trying to choose colours to match, be aware of the colour’s undertones. White may seem like one, generic colour, however you can get a wide range of shades, with either slightly ivory, yellow, peachy or bluish undertones.
Layer Your Colours
The best way to achieve a sophisticated neutral interior palette without it looking too cold or boring, is layering your shades. Choose a light hue for the walls and a darker colour for your upholstery. Choose a rug that complements the colour of your flooring while being a shade darker to make it stand out. Tie the room together with furniture and accessories that include a mixture of shades of the colours you have used.
It is helpful to look out for individual colour tones to ensure there is enough contrast for your eyes to distinguish different layers.
Use A Base For Your Walls
To achieve stylish neutral walls, consider the undertones. It is recommended to use blue undertones for a crisp, Scandinavian vibe, or lilac for softness, green for warmth and brown for depth in your walls.
Create A Dynamic And Interesting Space With Neutral Colours
When it comes to styling an interior with a neutral colour palette, there is no such thing as too much texture. By layering different materials and patterns in your furniture and accessories, it will make your interior look more interesting. Contrast matte painted walls with a range of materials like a gorgeous Noguchi wooden and glass coffee table and natural fibres like wool or suede.
Want A Splash of Colour?
Do you want some colour in your neutral inspired interior? The best way to add a splash of colour is with plants and flowers, these can create a bright and lively focal point. Make sure when choosing flowers with colours, that these colours complement the undertones of your neutral colour choices.
The main point to take away if you are going to create a neutral coloured home interior, is layer. Layer colours, materials, textures and shapes to make your home look more interesting and less cold.
