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Is your home feeling a little too busy and cluttered? Check out our favorite rooms in neutral palettes. They have an instantly calming feel.

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Neutral Rooms: White on White

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Neutral Rooms: White on White

Dark hardwood floors balance the sleek white cabinetry, molded seating and modern light fixture.

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Neutral Rooms: Modern Lines

Neutral chairs with interesting shapes and large-scale artwork in metallic tones give a space drama.

Ian seather sofa with left-arm chaise in Parchment, $3,600 at Room & Board. Similar chair: Gem lounge, $550 at White on White. Similar coffee table: Andover accent table, price available upon request at Room & Board.

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Neutral Rooms: Curtain Call

Gauzy curtains create a soft backdrop for a clean-lined table and chairs.

Lill curtains, $4.99 per pair at Ikea. Eames Eiffel chair in White, $249 at The Conran Shop. Similar pendant light: Tessa white pendant light, $403.95 at Simply Pendant Lighting. Similar antlers: Cast-resin antler, $24 at Pottery Barn.

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Neutral Rooms: Keep It Simple

A sleek wooden chair and table can create a place to work almost anywhere.

Similar desk: Laird desk-console, $349 at CB2. 

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Neutral Rooms: Balancing Act

A collection of mounted antlers balances the feminine crystal chandelier with a masculine touch.

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Neutral Rooms: White Wash

An all-white kitchen is pristine and elegant with streamlined midcentury furnishings.

Similar dining table: Docksta table, $179 at Ikea. Rens sheepskin, $25 at Ikea. Similar chandelier: Iron & Crystal Collection Sandstone chandelier, $502 at Gallery 803.

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Neutral Rooms: Letter of Intent

Oversized decoration adds an element of fun when paired with small-scale furniture.

Cherner side chair in Walnut, $729 at The Conran Shop. Black Tolomeo Micro lamp, $265 at MoMA Store.

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Neutral Rooms: Pillow Talk

Coordinated browns and greens look sophisticated in this fresh, modern living room.

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Neutral Rooms: Soft Spot

Fur throws are a comfortable and unexpected alternative to traditional seat cushions.

Similar chair: Moroso Supernatural armchair, $289 at YLiving. Rens sheepskin, $25 at Ikea.

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Neutral Rooms: Simple Seats

A pair of retro bar stools offers seating at a kitchen island and can easily be removed during meal prep.

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Neutral Rooms: Heavy Metal

Dark cabinets don’t weigh things down thanks to glossy white surfaces and light aluminum chairs.

Akurum cabinets at Ikea. Delta bar stools, $139 at Crate & Barrel. Similar pendant: Single-light white pendant, $88 at Sea Gull Lighting.

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Neutral Rooms: Float in Space

A clean, sculptural mobile looks perfectly at home in this black and white bedroom.

Black-and-white striped designer sheets, from $106 (queen) at Hotel Luxury Collection. Similar mobile: “The MCM” in Black (24x26), $120 at Atomic Mobiles. Similar duvet: DwellStudio for Target Celery Baroque duvet set, Full/Queen $69.99 at Target.

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Neutral Rooms: Modern Mantel

Neutral and metallic horizontal stripes punch up a contemporary fireplace.

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Neutral Rooms: Steel Logic

Industrial elements—a factory chair, metal file cabinets and a lab-style desk—contrast nicely with a pair of upholstered chairs in this masculine study.

Similar chair: Park Avenue Bergere, (price upon request) at Hickory Chair.

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Neutral Rooms: Reclaimed Beauty

Seemingly mismatched wood flooring creates a warm environment for modern furnishings.

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Neutral Rooms: Heavy Metals

A recessed oven area with subway tiles matches the industrial style of the kitchen’s stainless-steel elements.

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Neutral Rooms: Roughly Modern

A large wooden table is a rough-hewn counterpoint to sleek molded-plastic chairs.

Panton chair by Vitra in White, $260 at Unica Home. Similar table: Bungalow extension dining table, $699 at Crate & Barrel.

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Neutral Rooms: Switched Up

Neutral bedding that coordinates but doesn’t match exactly creates an effortlessly chic look.

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Neutral Rooms: Floral Wallpaper

Mixing and matching wallpapers in a neutral palette adds fun to an traditional office space.

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Neutral Rooms: Writing Nook

A beautiful gray alcove, highlighted with white molding, can be the perfect small workspace with the simple addition of a desk, chair and lighting.

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Neutral Rooms: Trim and Proper

Painting trim a darker shade than the walls can add depth and interest to a large, open space.

Irvington nickel-plated bed, (price upon request) at Martha Stewart Furniture with Bernhardt. Chinoiserie duvet set, $280 at Dwell Studio.

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Neutral Rooms: Playful Elements

Mismatched contemporary chairs, an ornate iron chandelier and simple wooden furniture mix together for an eclectic look.

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Neutral Rooms: Young at Heart

A subtle pink repeat pattern on the walls and a delicate white iron bed make this room feel warm and intimate.

Similar wallpaper: Tiny Hearts on Beige wallpaper #LW26451, $20 per double roll at DY Home Decor. Similar bed: Cabot bed, $639 at American Iron Bed Company. Similar nightstand: Gigi nightstand, $148 at Urban Outfitters.

 

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Neutral Rooms: Midcentury Marvel

Glass walls and wood paneling in this modern space blur the line between outside and in.

Similar love seat: Danish Modern love seat, $398 at Urban Outfitters. Bullet planter in White, $155 at Design Within Reach. Nelson Ball Clock in Multi, $355 at Design Within Reach. Similar pillow: Camel and Pink Lucky Strike pillow, $98 at Jonathan Adler.

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Neutral Rooms: On the Table

A large wood table table helps anchor a sleek, neutral palette office.

Artichoke pendant lamp in Copper (24-inch), $610 at Urban Hom. Chrome-plated Barcelona chair in Red, $4,523 at Hive Modern. Vitra Standard chair by Jean Prouve in Black, $780 at Unica Home. Similar table: Deja-Vu table, $2,232 at Hive Modern.

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Neutral Rooms: Weathered White

A neutral palette won’t fall flat with a mix of white wood surfaces, cream-colored ceramics and glass canisters.

Similar island: Boos Gathering Island, $1,295 at Williams-Sonoma. Italian whiteware large deep serving bowl, $30 at Sur La Table.

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Neutral Rooms: Mixed Materials

Graphic black and white elements, like the framed artwork and tiled flooring, pull together industrial-style cabinets and oversized lighting.

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Neutral Rooms: Modern Library

An expansive shelving system pulls together this masculine feeling living room.

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Neutral Rooms: Modern Minimalism

A warm wooden dining table and chairs feel fresh when mixed with modern pendant lamps and a graphic print.

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Neutral Rooms: Hide and Seek

A floral-patterned upholstered storage bench in neutral tones creates a hiding place for extra blankets and is a charming visual element.

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Neutral Rooms: Natural Instinct

Wooden floating shelves and cabinetry blend with white tiling for a clean and homey look.

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Neutral Rooms: Light Reflection

Calming colors paired with glass and crystal accents create a tranquil environment.

Chair 4217-01, (price available upon request) at Lee Industries. ES side table, $195 at White Furniture.

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Neutral Rooms: Lounge Around

Oversized neutral floor pillows provide comfortable additional seating options for any living room design.

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Neutral Rooms: One Step Ahead

Shelves and a file cabinet painted to match the walls, help a tight space under the stairs feel fresh and open.

Antonius shelf, $7 each at Ikea.

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Neutral Rooms: Sphere Brilliance

Paper lanterns seem to float right off the wall in this color-coordinated room.

Wire-frame spherical paper lanterns, $1.75 each at Pearl River.

 

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Neutral Rooms: Extra Workspace

A wall-mounted fold-down desktop opens out for a handy work surface in a home office.

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Neutral Rooms: Flower Power

Fresh blue walls paired with dark wood and a sculptural glass chandelier give this dining room a sleek, modern feel.

Color-bound sisal rug in Taupe at Pottery Barn. Similar chair: Pullman Pearl Leather side chair, $199 at Crate & Barrel.

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Neutral Rooms: Raw Ingredients

Exposed brick, vintage pieces and a small freestanding range lend this urban kitchenette a retro feel.

Open-burner range, (call for pricing) at Viking. Le Creuset cobalt oval French oven, $130 at Sur la Table. One-arm sconce at David Weeks. 

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Neutral Rooms: In the Box

Open shelving is kept neat and tidy with uniform storage containers.

Kassett Series boxes and magazine holders, $4 to $13 at Ikea.

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Neutral Rooms: Case Study

Stowing away loose ends in an enclosed cabinet in a neutral color gives your office a streamlined look and keeps your desk clutter-free.

Eames Aluminum Group Management chair, $1,179 at Hive Modern. Similar desk: Roth desk, $1,650 at Williams-Sonoma Home. Similar cabinet: Jonas secretary, $159 at Ikea.

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Neutral Rooms: Natural and Handsome

Brown leather seating, wooden tables and a tan shag rug come together to create a masculine living room.

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Neutral Rooms: Old Is New

Walnut Danish modern furniture feels cozier when paired with a thick gray area rug.

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Neutral Rooms: Subway Style

Subway tiles are a fresh and affordable alternative to a traditional backsplash.

American Olean Starting Line Gloss White glazed ceramic tile, $0.25 per tile at Lowe’s. Vintage chair, $395 at Restoration Hardware. Similar tumblers: Kay Collection tumblers, $4 each at shopSCAD.

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Neutral Rooms: Light and Dreamy

Paint wood-planked walls white for an instant lift to a dim room; add porthole windows for a whimsical touch.

Lindsey Four-Drawer Chest, $821 at Rosenberry Rooms.

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Neutral Rooms: Proper Seating

A mix of white tailored furniture, warm wood tones and cool blue hues create a light and sophisticated sitting area.

Streamlined sofa in Ivory, $2,999 at Wisteria. Similar side table: Moroccan side table, $270 at E Kenoz. Similar chair: Carlisle wing chair, $649 at Ballard Designs.

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Neutral Rooms: Country Style

An oversized white pendant light helps to anchor a handsome butcher-block island.

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Neutral Rooms: On High

A box shelf painted the same color makes use of extra wall space when the room is small.

Similar crib: DaVinci Alpha mini rocking crib, $150 at Target. Similar mobile: Cotton Tale Tiger Tale musical mobile, $24.75 at BabyEarth. Similar shelf: Large open cube in White, $35 at Target.

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Neutral Rooms: Grand Illusion

A vintage stage light, an oversized wall clock and a large patterned rug in neutral tones give a grand scale to a small living room.

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Neutral Rooms: Balancing Act

Dark-stained hardwood floors and a glass table balance heavy elements, like a carved mantel and an oversized sculpture.

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Neutral Rooms: Modern Mix

For a contemporary combination of soft and hard elements, add a shaggy flokati to a room.

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