Gray; The iconic color that brings forth peace

By Towne Home Furnishings

Gray; The iconic color that brings forth peace

Gray you say? Why would you want your home décor to look as dull as a rock? On the contrary! Gray seems to be the number one choice in paint color. Many interior designers opt for this wall color because it is very neutral and brightens the home, because it reflects natural lighting. Therefore, the same can be said about home accessories. À La Carte offers a beautiful and varied collection of gray accessories for the home. Let’s take a look at a few reasons why gray should be here to stay:

1)      It’s Versatile. Gray can be combined with any color. In other words, it is versatile. You can match it with another color, whether it is a cool one or a warm one – that depends on the look you are aiming for! The À La Carte collection suggests pairing it with yellow.

2)      You won’t get tired of it. Gray is a color that you will be less likely to change because of its neutral tone and versatility. In fact, it is probably a color that will save you money in the long run!

3)      It is a peaceful color – Since gray is a peaceful color, it will not agitate anyone in your home. It will, however, set a peaceful atmosphere. Wouldn’t that be nice? Your very own Zen dojo.

4)      From dull to brilliant – Yes, some may deem gray as a dull color, but that’s not something a pattern can’t fix! Accessorize your home with patterned decorative pillows, bedding and poufs. Even abstract splatter artwork will create visual interest!

That being said, gray is an iconic color that does not need vibrancy to take its place. It is multifaceted, peaceful, and can be quite interesting if you decide to include it in different patterns and textures. 

2015 TRENDS: NEUTRAL PALETTE

by Towne Home Furnishings

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The New Neutral Palette

When decorating your living room, keep in mind one simple mantra—neutral works in any setting. Now if you’re afraid of expressing your personality with a neutral palette, think again.

Neutral Style Guide

The key to delivering a cohesive living room look is to stay within your palette, for all the elements in the room. For example, if your walls are a flat gray, consider incorporating some of these elements (all in tones of silver and gray):

·         Shimmery silk drapes over sheer

·         Home accent chandelier with metallic shades

·         Smooth leather upholstery on pouf, chair or bench

·         Mirrored coffee tables

·         Sofa linens in an assortment of textures

·         White floor and table lamps

·         Baseboards, crowns, doors and windows painted high gloss white

Beyond the Pale

The new neutrals come in a surprising assortment of hues. You can focus on one color (the palest of pinks, lavenders, taupes or creams) or you can pair it with another cool color to add interest and you’re on your way to a gorgeous living room makeover.

Your Dream Theme

When outfitting your retreat, let the wall color guide the look of the room. If you have stark white walls, consider going with a whitewashed, or distressed wood motif. Use seashells, rope, baskets and linen to bring the look together. Taupe walls would pair well with creams, sleek metals and glass. You get the idea. Just remember to keep everything light and pale, nothing too saturated. Your living room is not the place for bold colors. It should be your peaceful, quiet sanctuary.

White and cream are very trendy colors for living rooms this year. Indeed, matched with simple and sheer colors, you can mix with smooth textures. We suggest a simple and refined style which remains natural and peaceful. A sophisticated and a relaxed ambiance together make up a perfect living room.

Be careful, try to favor as far as possible neutral and sober elements that you may match with some shimmery and elegant hues giving a personal bracing shade.

This year, we emphasize on a simple, refined style and a stylized lighting that enhances your home. There is some advice for living room organization:

Personality: Simple, refined, elegant, modern, current, spacious, minimalist

Strongest colors: Black, white, blue, green

Matter: Leather, soft and smooth textures

Furniture and accessories: Coffee tables, vases, flowers, candelabrums, sofas, mirrors, contemporary chairs, sofa bed.

Decoration elements: tiles, stools, bay windows

Different styles: soft style, industrial style, design style 

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