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Blend warm neutrals for an easy, elegant look. The beauty of a coffeehouse-inspired color palette is that you can mix shades with abandon — in fact, the more the merrier. A warm cinnamon-brown sofa anchors this living room arrangement, supported by espresso drapes and pale latte-foam-colored walls.
by Sealy Design Inc.  
Warm up the kitchen with elegant coffee and cream. This dream kitchen matches cool Carrara marble with rich, warm chocolate cabinetry and an oversize pendant shade over the breakfast nook, floating over pale floors. Rustic wood stools bridge the gap between light and dark, tying the space together and bringing organic appeal.
by John Maniscalco Architecture  
Make mine an espresso with steamed milk on top. Flipping the previous kitchen's color scheme on its head, this stunning space has dark espresso floors with cream-hued walls and crisp white cabinets. The champagne-colored subway tiles are more glamorous than standard white and tie the look together perfectly.
by Chalet  
Rondo Gold Cutlery, 5-Piece Set - $85.00 [ Link ]
Add a luxe touch with gold accents. A flash of gold, bronze or copper is the perfect way to elevate a warm, neutral look. Lamps, ceramics, picture frames and flatware are all wonderful accents to choose in a shimmering metallic shade.
by HORNE
Paint the ceiling for a cocoon-like effect. A richly colored ceiling makes any room feel a bit cozier. This luxurious bedroom brings in subtly varied shades of brown in the wall and ceiling colors, curtains and upholstery, rounded out by glam accents and a plush sheepskin rug.
by ADEENI DESIGN GROUP  
Wells Leather Sofa - $3,299.00 [ Link ]
Invest in a piece to build a room around. Caramel and butterscotch are such delicious colors to work with — they bring the sunny warmth of yellow but the ease of a neutral beige or brown. Caramel is especially stunning in leather, as on this gorgeous (and truly massive) tufted sofa from Room & Board. Pricey, yes, but amply proportioned and built to last, which makes it worth it in my book.
by Room & Board
Make a muted palette interesting with texture. Keep pale, creamy cappuccino shades from veering into "boring beige" territory by making sure to vary the texture: Rustic wood, natural-fiber rugs, matchstick blinds and nubby linen upholstery fabric all bring interest. But adding something smooth and shiny is important, too — try mercury glass or platinum or mirrored finishes.
by Chalet  
Begin collecting — with a color scheme in mind. I am partial to the natural-hued pieces from Heath Ceramics (some of which are shown here), but there are also many wonderful pieces by small makers and vintage finds to hunt for. Create a display on open shelving, and your ceramics will add to the color palette of your room.

5 Questions for Heath's Adam Silverman
by Lucy McLintic  
Cozy up your bedroom with layers of rich hues. As the days get shorter, it feels lovely to retreat to the warm comfort of a truly cozy bedroom. Start with a cushy cream-colored rug underfoot and dark wood furniture, then pile on soft blankets, quilts and pillows in chocolatey hues.
by Garrison Hullinger Interior Design Inc.  

Comments

olldbobbi Love brown, and love a cozy bedroom! The walls and ceiling in the Adeeni Design Group pic are wonderful. I think, though, you have to have an abundance of natural light to make that work well.
7 months ago · ·
Charmean Neithart Interiors, LLC. This is a wonderful idea. I love brown, very creative. Thanks for sharing. Charmean
7 months ago ·
kennedytarheel Nice thing about brown: any color can be used with it for a pop of color.. And, if the accent color is an accessory, and not expensive, it can be changed for a different look without much effort or cost. Gorgeous photos! Thanks.
7 months ago ·
Rough Linen These lovely colours are making me hungry...
7 months ago · ·
Your Favorite Room By Cathy Zaeske Add don't forget it hides dirt! This is Sherwin Williams Turkish Coffee.
7 months ago · ·
tcufrog I was never a fan of layering shades of brown until I saw this idea book.
7 months ago ·
franki7 That caramel sofa....yummy! franki
7 months ago · ·
beckmathis Just built and everything is from a "coffee house" color palette!
7 months ago · ·
dboenker Where are the stools from?
7 months ago · ·
rosebud3 Ah, I finally made a choice! I have been trying to pick a color for an accent wall in my kitchen/dining area. I could never find the right shade of rust or brick that was in my head. Now I know why...chocolate is the color it needs to be!!! Yay!!!
7 months ago · ·
bamamom Perfect timing. Trying to redo a family room with a caramel colored sofa/chair and chocolate brown (all leather). Trying to find perfect rug and wall color. Seeing these photos, living room in particular, made me pause and decide to keep looking for the rug. Definitely need something with contrast rather than blending. Then I can pull a color from the rug for the wall. I LOVE browns, creams and tans.
Thanks for sharing these ideas/photos.
7 months ago ·
shawnaleeah I don't love browns (hated them, in fact) until I saw this idea book. Thank you!
7 months ago ·
trad What are the colors in the Adeeni bedroom, ceiling & wall. It is beautiful!!
7 months ago ·
Studio NOO Design Thanks for sharing, I got surprised ! Usually I am not of fan of brown, but the the 2 first photos are great !
7 months ago ·
Lanie Brown Now I need to go get another cup of coffee before I keep browsing idea books...
7 months ago ·
hntaccount Really like the bar light fixture in the kitchen with rustic wood stool. where can I get those light fixtures? In the process to get one to install.. Thanks.
6 months ago ·
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