Is your home filled with neutrals, naturals, and whites? It might be time to shake things up. While these tones create a calm and serene atmosphere, adding a splash of color can inject energy, warmth, and personality into your living space. Embracing vibrant and bold hues not only refreshes your home but also allows you to express your unique style and creativity.

Here’s how you can add vibrancy and express yourself through color and creativity in your living spaces:

1. Radiant Rugs

A rug can do so much more than make it cozy underfoot and reduce noise: it’s a statement piece that sets the tone for your entire room. A colorful rug can instantly uplift any space.

Whether you choose a bold geometric pattern or a rich, Persian-inspired design, a vibrant rug can serve as the base for your room’s color scheme.

How to Select & Style:

• Opt for a rug with a mix of colors that you love and build your room’s palette around it. Just don’t overdo it: three to four color selections should be just enough to create visual interest and continuity without clashing in your space.
• For multi-use spaces like the living room or family den, place the front legs of your furniture on the rug to create a cohesive look.
• In a bedroom, position a rug under the bed, letting it peek out on all sides for a luxe hotel feel.

2. Eye-Catching Accent Chairs

Accent chairs offer the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics, and are a fantastic way to introduce bold colors without overwhelming your space.

The right accent chair can add a pretty focal point to any room. A scalloped back chair in plush, midnight blue velvet is the perfect addition to your home office or a spacious powder room.

Want to keep your neutral, earthy base colors but elevate your decor? This minimalist pair in natural olive have gently curved backs and sleek gold metal legs that take Nordic-inspired style to the next level.

How to Select & Style:

• Select a chair in a vibrant color that complements your existing decor. Jewel tones like emerald green, sapphire blue, or even ruby red can seamlessly tie in with what you already have while also maximizing impact.
• Place the chair in a corner with a stylish floor lamp and a small side table to create a cozy reading nook.
• Enhance the chair’s visual appeal with a bright pillow or gently patterned throw blanket – we love how just a little hand-woven texture lends an air of ease and sophistication.

3. Striking Wall Art

Art is powerful: the right piece alone can transform an entire room.

Don’t shy away from mixing different textures and materials to create a visually-vibrant environment. Select pieces that speak to you and arrange them in a way that feels both balanced and dynamic: we love a gallery wall, but if simple is more your style, a single large statement piece can be just the shift a room needed.

You’ll create a space that not only looks stunning, but also tells a story.

How to Select & Style:

• Choose artwork that resonates with you: do you live for summers lakeside? Opt for a dreamy watercolor-inspired giclee print.
• Create a gallery wall by mixing different sizes and styles of art for a dynamic display.
• Ensure your wall art ties in with other elements in the room, like your rug and accent chairs, for a harmonious look.

4. Styling with Plants

Plants add a natural pop of greenery and bring life to any space. Choose a vibrant pot or classic terra-cotta to add an extra layer of color, or put your weekly farmer’s market flowers in a gorgeous milky green glass vase.

No green thumb? That’s okay! Faux bouquets in warm yellows, soft pinks, or a bright mix of blooms make it easy to inject a bit of nature with zero effort. We also love the warm welcome of a wreath on the door or in an entryway.

Group plants of differing heights and leaf shapes for a lush, eye-catching look.

Our last top tip? Accent walls! Painting one wall in a bold color is a low-cost, low-effort way to dramatically change a room’s vibe. Opt for shades that energize, like coral, mustard, or teal. This approach allows you to experiment without committing to a completely painted room.

This summer, we encourage you to step out of your color comfort zone and give something new a try—just a little dash of daring creativity can inspire you and bring joy to your guests.

So go ahead, embrace the bold, and watch as your home becomes its own lively, vibrant self-portrait.