1. Create a Colour Palette
To create a cohesive feel in any room, focus on 2-3 main colours for your furniture and décor accents. Neutral tones are recommended for larger pieces (such as black, grey, or beige) and adding pops of colour through plants and artwork.
Trending colours include rich reds and burgundies, while earthy tones like nutmeg, oatmeal, chocolate, and moss green are perfect for embracing fall and winter vibes. Whether you want to introduce cosy throws, cushions, or fresh bed linens, a simple shift in colour palette is a quick way to bring seasonal warmth into your home.
Cherry Reds, or Renaissance Red, can add a bold, royal touch to your space.
Primary Colours
Introducing Pantone's 2025 Colour of the Year: PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse. This rich, muted brown captures the indulgent charm of chocolate and coffee, offering a sense of warmth, comfort, and quiet sophistication. The 2025 Dulux Colour Forecast Still palette perfectly captures this slower pace of life, featuring warm neutrals, earthy yellows, soft greens, and serene blues that create a harmonious and comforting atmosphere." (Dulux colour and communications manager, Andrea Lucena-Orr)
2. Play with muted colour palettes and natural light
Begin by selecting light-filtering curtains or blinds that let natural light in while ensuring privacy. Sheer curtains or roller blinds are perfect choices, as they softly diffuse light, creating a warm, inviting glow throughout your space.
3. Give Small Spaces a Big Impact
If you're short on space, you can still maximise what you have without overcrowding it. Add a plant to your kitchen for a striking statement – it’s bold enough to stand alone as the focal plant in your cooking area.
4. Create a Focal Point
While plants make a great centrepiece, they don’t always need to steal the show. Instead, they can complement your existing décor. Place a Large Monstera beside your favourite piece of furniture to enhance its presence. For an added touch, position a framed canvas print between the plants to create a balanced, eye-catching focal point.
5. Layered Textures and Comfort
Layering materials like wool, velvet, and chunky knits immediately adds warmth and cosiness to a space. For example, drape a wool throw over a velvet sofa or place a shaggy rug beneath your feet to create a tactile experience that's both luxurious and comforting.
Contrast is key when mixing textures. Combining rough, natural elements, like wooden furniture, with soft, plush fabrics creates visual interest and keeps the room from feeling too flat. Textured accessories, such as knitted cushions or faux fur throws, can elevate the cosy atmosphere, turning your home into the perfect retreat from the crisp autumn air.
Thinking of recreating or updating your space this Autumn? Contact our concierge team to help transform your home. Our concierge service welcomes all requests, regardless of whether they are from existing clients or new customers.
