Having a Moment

The Clayton interior design team shares no-fail combos for interiors brimming with texture and character.

Vintage Vibes

Collected, vintage-filled interiors continue to dominate design trends thanks to their homey, nothing-too-precious, lived-in aesthetic. While this scheme features brand-new Duracraft® cabinetry—exclusive to Clayton—flooring and countertop materials, the items’ rich hues lean into the vintage look by way of a patina-like color palette. You can take the design a step further with earthy paint colors like taupe and putty and pops of eggplant or burgundy. Next, layer in elements of brass, like the cabinet pull shown here. Finish with unexpected knickknacks and paper ephemera, such as the antique tag shown above.

Pretty in Pink

Forget any associations you have between pink and frilly little-girl spaces. The color has entered a grown-up era, with pink being used as an atmospheric neutral. In other words, it’s no longer ubiquitous with femininity. To get in on pink’s new act, try a pale shade with a gray undertone, sure to shirk any tweeness. Balance the light shade with swathes of white, like the quartz countertops and tile shown here. Then pair it with jewel-tone accents such as crimson, citrine and emerald. Browns, especially wood grain accents like butcher block countertops, are another smart way to ground the look.

Garden Variety

Muted green has been a favored neutral for several years now, and the color is a popular choice for good reason. Why? It’s extremely versatile and looks especially striking with warm wood tones. It’s also a strong candidate for the popular tone-on-tone look, as shown here with sage green tiles against moss green cabinets. Another trend to be on the lookout for: satin bronze finishes, like the cabinet pull featured here. This is a “new gold” that’s making design waves. The finish is darker than traditional brass or other gold materials, with the brown undertones making it a good match for an earthy color scheme.

Warm Regards

This look is a Clayton design team favorite because it showcases the beginnings of a shift from cold-toned grays as the go-to neutral into richer, warmer shades. Here, terra cotta (also a nod to the Southwestern adobe trend) provides an anchoring shade with grays and white as understated accents. If you’re not ready to go all in with an iteration of brown, try this option instead: a rich brown paired with mauves and pinks. This version won’t feel overly heavy or masculine. Regardless of your approach, look to a medium-toned wood grain, like the vinyl flooring shown here, to complement the scheme.

Bold Move

There is an interior design push toward dark jewel tones—moody, attention-grabbing color schemes add an instant feeling of luxury. A deep, dark jade green, like the color shown on this cabinet door, is an especially popular choice. Though it’s a distinct, striking hue, it’s also easy to use with other colors. Purples and blues will accentuate the color’s depth. Meanwhile, soft creams and pinks will amp up the intensity. Plan to feature the bold palette with understated texture, like the limestone tiles shown here, for an organic counterpoint.

True Blue

When in doubt, opt for blue—but not just any shade. Light blue is the most versatile when it comes to materials. It works equally well on walls, ceilings, cabinetry, tile and furniture. Just as blue and white have a natural affinity for one another in the sky, the combo creates a soothing surround in home decor. What’s more, pairing blue and white with wood tones will create a traditional-meets-comfortable scheme. Up the cozy factor with a soft textile, like this floral fabric that features a deeper shade of indigo for just the right contrast. The small-scale print will give the eye something to focus on amid the calming elements. Want to add more color to the mix? Try a few finishing touches in soft shades of yellow, like golden wheat or butter yellow.