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The White Palette Wow Factor
Decorating with white should never be boring.
Your walls are your favorite shade of white. What next?
Imagine a snowy landscape. Details like snow contrasted on tree branches and rooftops, frost patterns, and icicles reflecting light are what make bright white so beautiful. Choosing interesting fabrics and textures while using complementary neutral colors creates a rich, inviting room. You can also try adding wood, metallic and mirrored accents to avoid that too-white sterile look that discourages people from using the space.
Start With Key Impact Pieces
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Instead of committing to white carpet or a white-washed wood, try an area rug. Let practicality determine if you go pure white or toward natural tones. |
If you're trying white in one space, a patterned screen not only adds interest, it can help set-off and define your more neutral area. |
It's ideal that the focal pieces of the room fall into the white or neutral palette, for example beds, dining chairs and sofas. |
Layer It On
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Wall art can transform a room and help to personalize a space. Choose pieces that not only complement the palette but truly reflect your personality. |
Try adding a throw rug on top of your area rug. It adds much desired texture and contrast, and creates a plush, luxurious feel underfoot. |
Decorative pillows are an easy way to add depth and texture to beds and sofas. And tossing a throw over a chair adds a rich, cozy touch. |
Add Functional Accents
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These pieces you need, chairs, lamps and dressers, for example, should continue to build the richness of the room. Make sure you love the form as much as you like the function.
Give It Your Personal Touch
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Here's where it gets really fun. Find pieces you love and place them throughout your space. Look for textures, finishes, tones and color pops that enhance the larger pieces you've placed in the space. Favorites include objects and figurines, bookends, lamps, vases, candles and faux florals and greenery. With everything in place, relax and enjoy your new space, just try not to spill the wine.