1. CONSIDER NATURAL LIGHT
The impact of color in a room depends on the use of natural light within that space and should be one of your first considerations when choosing the right tone for your home.
2. THEN, PICK YOUR FOUNDATION HUE
The simplest and most direct advice is to start by choosing a desaturated primary color as your base. This allows you to not feel too overwhelmed by choice and provides a blank canvas from which to build your palette using complementary tones.
3. COMBINE WITH NEUTRALS
To ground the space in a way that doesn't feel discordant with the light nature of a muted color scheme, try to combine your palette with neutrals from existing furnishings, decor, or organic elements. This way, you can dip your toe into the interior design trend with accents such as painted woodwork, ceilings, or walls - without having to purchase an entirely new suite for your living space.
4. OR MAKE MUTE COLORS THE ACCENT SHADES
Or perhaps, try it from the opposite approach. 'Decorating with a muted color scheme is a go-to for us as it can feel incredibly peaceful and calming,' says Tama Bell, senior designer at Tama Bell Design.
5. LEVEL UP WITH TEXTURE
Consider adding in texture as the most important factor to creating the ultimate relaxing den, including materials like wood, marble, cashmere, velvet, and wool to add depth to your color scheme. Every detail counts.