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The best season of the year is finally here, friends! Autumn is upon us, and today we’re talking all things cozy, crisp, earthy, warm, dark, moody, and any other adjective that perfectly describes those fall ~vibes~ So let’s get into it!
READ ON FOR THREE of our top Design tips for creating that #fallfeeling in your home this season…
1. Choose a Cozy & Crisp Color Palette
Think outside the orange-box this year, and don’t be afraid to opt for other hues, shades and tones that still represent the season. Some of our fall favorites include olive greens, navy blues, darker creams, rusty reds, and golden yellows. Need more inspiration for a color that will pop in your space? Just look out your window to take some fall color inspiration from Mother Nature herself.
And don’t forget about metal accents in your space! We love brass, gold and matte black, especially this time of year, but accessorizing with these finishes can work well year-round, too.
— COZY & CRISP COLORS —
2. Select Seasonal Styling Pieces
And now for one of our favorite steps in the design process — styling. When it comes to seasonal styling, one of the most economical yet timeless looking sources is to bring the outdoors indoors using colorful fall foliage. Whether you opt for the real thing or invest in a lifelike option, fall florals, leaves, small branches and stems all make beautiful arrangements and bouquets that suit just about any space.
Neutral pottery pieces, seasonally scented candles, layered table settings, textured throw pillows, and cozy knit blankets are all decor options that weave autumnal style throughout an entire home. Finding pieces that play well together and are a mix of modern and more traditional makes for a seamless transition from September, October and into November.
No time to shop around yourself? Check out our Fall Favorites blog post for fall tablescapes, autumn-inspired recipes, and more decor ideas. All you’ll have to do is hit ‘add to cart’!
— SEASONAL STYLING —
3. Embrace an Earthy & Warm Entryway
Now let’s talk about the first impression your home makes — from the front porch to the entryway and foyer areas. If you’re one who doesn’t exactly love seasonal decorating, these are the perfect spaces to add just a touch of autumn magic, or go big if fall is your favorite and you want all your neighbors to know it! ;)
We love sprucing up the porch with a fresh welcome mat — layering colors, patterns and textures — and adding a few potted plants. Mums tend to do best this time of year, but the addition sunflowers, roses or pansies along with a few well-placed corn stalks will really make your porch pop.
Front entryways and formal foyers are a great way to extend your fall porch styling and bring autumn indoors again, by adding a floral arrangement to a console table or artfully arranging a couple small pumpkins and gourds. Wicker and fabric storage baskets are another option to bring warm earthy tones into your entry space, creating an inviting feel for friends, family and guests as they enter your home.
— EARTHY & WARM ENTRYWAYS —
If you’re looking to update your home’s design aesthetic through a full remodel or new-build project, we would love to help you with all the design details! Tap here to get in touch and see if our team is the right fit for your project.
Until next time,
Welcome to Basil + Tate, your full-service interior design team based in sunny Denver, Colorado. We describe our design aesthetic as light-and-bright, transitional, and modern. If you like clean lines mixed with earthy colors and textures, you’re in the right place! Looking for interior design services within the Denver, Colorado area? Let's get in touch.
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