A Calming

Palette

24 February 2023 –

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A five-part series on how we express and receive design love. Part four, an ode to tranquility.

Shea and the design team are known for their soothing palettes and relaxed interiors, a design aesthetic that does wonders for creating a tranquil and serene environment.

Today, we tip our hats to a calming palette. The house we come home to should be a respite, a place of safety and security, and above all else, a place where we want to spend our lives. According to a recent study done by the American Institute of Stress, upwards of 70% of the population reported that stress affects their physical and mental health. That’s a staggering number. While good design may not be the cure, crafting a home of intention, of relaxation and restoration, can certainly help. Here, a photo tour of some of our most serene spaces.

“Maybe it’s a minimal space with white walls and white or grey furnishings, or something more tonal with shades of brown, cream, or blue, but a calming color palette is one of the approaches I love to take with interior design. Cool colors, or colors of nature—browns, blues, greens—are commonly considered to be calming for obvious reasons, and I love that you can utilize them in “loud” ways but still end up with a room that elicits feelings of peace and serenity.”

Shea McGee