1. A MUSHROOM BROWN
For the perfect cozy but neutral living room, instead of going for a pale hue, be brave and go dark. We love this mushroom tone that marries grey and brown, bringing warmth to grey that keeps things cozy and works as a cozy color for minimalists. Sherwin Williams' Gauntlet G 7019, as seen on the walls of this Mexico City home, stops this grey from being too gloomy.
2. A MOODY BLUE
'As the days get shorter, I begin dreaming of palettes inspired by the nighttime sky,' says Ashley Macuga of Collected Interiors. To get this effect in your living room, go for a moody, inky tone of blue for something dark and captivating.
3. AN EARTHY GREEN
While green belongs on the cooler side of the color wheel, meaning it has colder properties and connotations than colors like reds and browns, if you go dark with the color then it can feel super cozy, reflecting nature and perfect for a snug.
4. DEEP RED TONES
If you're looking to bring real warmth to your living room, go for a dark red tone. Keeping the shade dark will make sure it doesn't carry too much energy, and will certainly turn the space into a cozy living room.
5. A CHARCOAL GREY
Finally, if you're looking for the perfect grey, this steely grey from Sherwin Williams is another winner. Iron Ore is a charcoal shade that adds sophistication and with its sheen really allows the historic crown molding of this Seattle home to really shine. 'The paint's satin finish highlights the undulations of the crown molding in a subtle way, showing them off without creating busyness,' explains designer, Shannon Adamson of the eponymous Washington-based interior design firm.