The summer is typically the time of year when we dress in lighter/brighter clothing to keep cool — so it’s also a good time to use softer, lighter colors within the home. In many situations, lighter colors give a space a crisp, fresh and clean feeling. Light colors can also make smaller rooms feel larger.
Where to start
When decorating or deciding what colors to bring into any space, I suggest you begin by evaluating a space from the doorway to get a full perspective of the space.
From there, decide what will be the largest pieces in the room and begin with those. For example, select the color and material for your sofa before selecting your coffee table or select your bed before selecting your nightstands.
Why neutral?
In general, choosing light or lighter colors for your upholstery pieces are the way to go. Light colors blend well with other colors and they can be used as a canvas from which a color palette can be created or built. Neutral colors are also timeless as opposed to trendy. You will likely get more use (and for longer) from your neutral selections.
