Bright Neutral Living Room Interior Design
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Bright Neutral Living Room Interior Design Project Description
My husband and I are moving into a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home in CT. There are several design projects that we are interested in taking on, but first, we would like to start with our ground floor living spaces. The family room has a big wall, with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace that we are thinking of painting white. The formal living room and formal dining room will have our current furniture but we're interested in changing the various light fixtures around the house and painting.We're looking for color palette ideas and paint ideas for all rooms including potential furniture and light fixtures. Thank you so much for your help.
Notes from meeting:
Today was our closing. Moving in soon.
My family room has vaulted ceiling and is large. Fireplace off center. We need to update the fire place by modernizing it. Open to ideas.
We used Decorilla in the past. We like the 3D rendering.
We want a combination of modern and rustic. West Elm is a great fit us. We have selected a large sectional already which is off white with a bit of dark brown. The company is Arhaus.
We have no pets but expecting a baby. Want to use the room as a gathering point for entertaining and quality time. The walls are brownish and need brightening up.
I want to get started quickly.
Location
Danbury, CT , United States Floor plan
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Our Family Room I want this room to feel more masculine/feminine/neutral
Neutral What type of sunlight does this room receive?
Morning light What do you currently dislike about the room?
The fireplace feels dated, and it's not centered in the room. We don't like the current wall color, we would like to lighten and brighten up the room more. What pieces of existing furniture, lighting, art or accessories do you want to keep in the design?
None - we want to change all the light fixtures (except the recessed lighting). We would also love a chandelier in the room if possible. Below we listed some pieces of furniture that we purchased from our last decorilla project that we think could fit into our family room. We'd love to find out if any of these pieces would work in here, since there won't be a lot of room in our other rooms for all of those pieces. Also open to new suggestions and alternatives for everything!
Are you open to changing your wall colors?
Yes Do you have a preference for either paint or wall covering, or are you open to both?
Open to both Are you open to changing your floor covering?
Yes, Wood, Area Rugs Attach a floor plan





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Solovian Lamp
2 Natural Toned Table Lamp
3 Harry's lamp
4 Bloor Sectional Right Arm Facing
5 Bloor Armless Piece
6 Bloor Corner Piece
7 Bloor Sectional Left Arm Facing
8 Coming Tide
9 Sprouse 1-Light Armed Sconce
10 Aged White Ceramic Table Lamp
11 Profile Side Table
12 Mid-Century Pop-Up Storage Coffee Table – Walnut
13 Dortch 10-Light Sputnik Chandelier
14 Grannie's lamp
15 Birch Neutral Wool-Blend Abstract Rug 6'x9'
16 Multisurface 6'x9' Thin Rug Pad
17 Hand Woven Accent Pillow
18 Bohemian Blue/Beige Pillow
19 Angelou White Vases
20 Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid
21 Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid
22 Tux Tall Black and White Vase
23 Holden Vase
24 Rati Vase
25 Bringham Large Metal Vase
26 BURNT DRIFTWOOD STANDING OBJECT
27 PETRIFIED WOOD PYRAMID
28 Soho Hemp II - Concrete Jungle
29 Two Tone Gray Knitted Wallpaper
2 Natural Toned Table Lamp
3 Harry's lamp
4 Bloor Sectional Right Arm Facing
5 Bloor Armless Piece
6 Bloor Corner Piece
7 Bloor Sectional Left Arm Facing
8 Coming Tide
9 Sprouse 1-Light Armed Sconce
10 Aged White Ceramic Table Lamp
11 Profile Side Table
12 Mid-Century Pop-Up Storage Coffee Table – Walnut
13 Dortch 10-Light Sputnik Chandelier
14 Grannie's lamp
15 Birch Neutral Wool-Blend Abstract Rug 6'x9'
16 Multisurface 6'x9' Thin Rug Pad
17 Hand Woven Accent Pillow
18 Bohemian Blue/Beige Pillow
19 Angelou White Vases
20 Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid
21 Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid
22 Tux Tall Black and White Vase
23 Holden Vase
24 Rati Vase
25 Bringham Large Metal Vase
26 BURNT DRIFTWOOD STANDING OBJECT
27 PETRIFIED WOOD PYRAMID
28 Soho Hemp II - Concrete Jungle
29 Two Tone Gray Knitted Wallpaper


Living Room:
Since your room gets plenty of sunlight your color options are quite broad.
For your main color, we chose to use gray because it is neutral and seen as elegant and classy. It compliments many colors such as white, blue, and yellow and works well as part of a color scheme in any room.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish
For your main color, we chose to use gray because it is neutral and seen as elegant and classy. It compliments many colors such as white, blue, and yellow and works well as part of a color scheme in any room.
Use an eggshell finish paint which has a very light touch of shine (similar texture to an eggshell as implied by its name). This finish is very often used for walls and is more durable and easier to clean than matte finish
Living Room Colors:
Color | Name | Company / Code | Link | Area |
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Agreeable Gray cut to 50% | Sherwin Williams / 7029 | https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW7029-agreeable-gray#/7029/?s=details&p=PS0 | Family Room |
Shopping List:
Decorilla Discount | Photo | Name | Description | Link | Dimensions | Decorilla Discount |
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25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Solovian Lamp | Table Lamp Shade(Outside): Cotton, Body: Composition Base Finish: Natural Finish Shade Color: Beige Shade Top Dimension: 16" Shade Bottom Dimension: 16" Shade Height: 9" Shade Shape: Drum Overall Dimensions: 16"W x 28"H Cord Length: 6' Switch Type: On/Off Number of Bulbs: 1 Bulb Wattage: 100 UL CUL Certified: Yes Available in 2 colors Made in China | Order & Save | 16" L x 16" W x 28" H | 25% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Natural Toned Table Lamp | Table Lamp Shade(Outside): Cotton, Body: Wood Base Finish: Natural Finish Shade Color: White Shade Top Dimension: 11.81" Shade Bottom Dimension: 11.81" Shade Height: 7.08 " Shade Shape: Drum Overall Dimensions: 11.81"W x 19"H Switch Type: Rotary Number of Bulbs: 1 Bulb Wattage: 60 UL CUL Certified: Yes Available in 2 colors Made in India | Order & Save | 11.81" L x 11.81" W x 19.56" H | 25% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Harry's lamp | Table Lamp Shade(Outside): Linen, Shade(Inside): Polyester, Body: Ceramic, Finial: Metal - Iron Shade Color: White Shade Top Dimension: 0.79" Shade Bottom Dimension: 0.79" Shade Height: 10.5" Shade Shape: barrel Overall Dimensions: 14"W x 25"H Cord Length: 6' Switch Type: 3-Way Number of Bulbs: 1 Bulb Wattage: 100 UL CUL Certified: Yes Made in China | Order & Save | 14" L x 14" W x 25" H | 25% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | Burke Decor Bloor Sectional Right Arm Facing | Deep, low seating says relax. A flexible, one-armed chair is covered in an inviting, durable neutral fabric. Modular components allow the perfect combination for any space. Fabric: 60% viscose, 22% linen, 18% polycotton. | Order & Save | W: 46" D: 46" H: 21" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | Burke Decor Bloor Armless Piece | Deep, low seating says relax. A flexible, one-armed chair is covered in an inviting, durable neutral fabric. Modular components allow the perfect combination for any space. Fabric: 60% viscose, 22% linen, 18% polycotton. | Order & Save | W: 39" D: 46" H: 21" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | Burke Decor Bloor Corner Piece | Deep, low seating says relax. A flexible, one-armed chair is covered in an inviting, durable neutral fabric. Modular components allow the perfect combination for any space. Fabric: 60% viscose, 22% linen, 18% polycotton. | Order & Save | W: 46" D: 46" H: 21" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | Burke Decor Bloor Sectional Left Arm Facing | Deep, low seating says relax. A flexible, one-armed chair is covered in an inviting, durable neutral fabric. Modular components allow the perfect combination for any space. Fabric: 60% viscose, 22% linen, 18% polycotton. | Order & Save | W: 46" D: 46" H: 21" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | Leftbank Art Coming Tide | Product Type: Giclee Finish Option: Image Brush Gel Size Option: 40 x 40 Artist: Leo Mark Frame: 36P1708 - Silver Leaf Gallery Float | Order & Save | 40" x 40" | 15% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Sprouse 1-Light Armed Sconce Quantity: 2 | This sconce utilizes a stunning shape, a matte black finish and gold accents to bring mid-century modern design into your home. | Order & Save | 10.6'' H x 8'' W x 9.28'' D | 15% Off |
30% Off | ![]() | Zodax Aged White Ceramic Table Lamp | This lamp showcases an aged white ceramic base accented with charcoal flecks and textured beige drip details. Brushed nickel hardware is paired with this piece. The round hardback shade is a white linen fabric. Due to the nature of fired glazes on ceramic lamps, finishes will vary slightly. | Order & Save | 29" High 18" diameter | 30% Off |
10% Off | ![]() | West Elm Profile Side Table | Streamlined and airy with staggered, tiered shelving for a modern, architectural feel, our Profile Tiered Side Table turns books, trays and baskets into an artful display. Its versatile frame is made from sturdy iron that's built to last. | Order & Save | 20"w x 24"d x 24"h. | 10% Off |
10% Off | ![]() | West Elm Mid-Century Pop-Up Storage Coffee Table – Walnut | rue to its name, our mid-century-inspired coffee table features a pop-up top to reveal hidden storage space. Its walnut veneer finish is complemented by a marble slab top for additional shelving space—perfect for stowing books during your next get-together. | Order & Save | 48"w x 24"d x 17.4"h. | 10% Off |
15% Off | ![]() | DwellStudio Dortch 10-Light Sputnik Chandelier | Sputnik chandelier in black iron finish with clear glass globes. | Order & Save | 36.6'' H x 39.4'' W x 39.4'' D | 15% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Grannie's lamp | Table Lamp Shade(Outside): Faux Silk, Body: Mother of Pearl Base Finish: Shell Finish Shade Color: Beige Shade Top Dimension: 15.4" Shade Bottom Dimension: 15.4" Shade Height: 10.4" Shade Shape: Barrel Overall Dimensions: 15.4"W x 31.5"H Cord Length: 6' Switch Type: 3-Way Number of Bulbs: 1 Bulb Wattage: 100 UL CUL Certified: Yes Available in 3 colors Made in Vietnam | Order & Save | 15.4" L x 15.4" W x 31.5" H | 25% Off |
16% Off | ![]() | Crate and Barrel Birch Neutral Wool-Blend Abstract Rug 6'x9' | This eye-catching rug celebrates the variegated tones and papery bark of birch trees in an abstract pattern that's warm and organic. Hand tufted by skilled artisans in India, the rug blends tonal grey, taupe and cream wool-blend yarns in a cut and looped design. | Order & Save | 6' x 9' | 16% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Kravet Multisurface 6'x9' Thin Rug Pad | This reversible, nonslip pad protects both carpet and hard floors. One side is fabric, made from post-industrial recycled material, for use on carpet; the other is a blend of natural and synthetic rubber for hard floors. Cushioned material reduces rug wear and makes vacuuming rugs easier. | Order & Save | 6' x 9' | 25% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Hand Woven Accent Pillow Quantity: 3 | Pillow Cover with Down Insert Front: 60% Wool,40% Polyester, Back: 100% Cotton Hand Woven Knife Edge Colors: Front: Cream, Black, Back: Beige | Order & Save | 20" x 20" | 25% Off |
25% Off | ![]() | Surya Collection Bohemian Blue/Beige Pillow Quantity: 3 | Pillow cover with Down insert Front: 100% Cotton, Back: 100% Cotton Woven Knife Edge Colors: Front: Ink, Bright Blue, Beige, Back: Beige | Order & Save | 18" x 18" | 25% Off |
28% Off | ![]() | Uttermost Collection Angelou White Vases | Set of two ceramic vases finished in a white glaze with taupe accents, beaded texture, and a ribbed interior. | Order & Save | 5" L x 5" W x 18" H (diameter: 5") | 28% Off |
10% Off | ![]() | West Elm Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid | Planter on stand - Wide selection | Order & Save | Overall product dimensions: 4.6"diam. x 18.7"h. Planter: 14.2"diam. x 11"h. Stand: 14.6"diam. x 7.7"h. | 10% Off |
10% Off | ![]() | West Elm Mid-Century Turned Leg Standing Planters - Solid | Planter on stand - Tall | Order & Save | Overall product dimensions: 14"diam. x 23.6"h. Planter: 12.2"diam. x 11.4"h. Stand: 14"diam. x 12.2"h. | 10% Off |
16% Off | CB2 Tux Tall Black and White Vase | Cylindrical white vase sports handpainted black bow ties that spontaneously repeat. Handcrafted of porcelain and finished in matte glazes, each vase will vary. CB2 exclusive. | Order & Save | 20.5" H x 6.75" diameter | 16% Off | |
16% Off | Crate and Barrel Holden Vase | Mid-century angles get the run around in ribbed earthenware vase, finished with a creamy white reactive glaze that showers speckles all over. Bottle-shaped design is perfectly shaped to corral a handful of dried stems. Earthenware Hand wash Not watertight; for decorative use only Made in Portugal | Order & Save | 11.5" H x 7.5" diameter | 16% Off | |
16% Off | Crate and Barrel Rati Vase | Boldly patterned African textiles emerge dimensional and geometric in faceted terra cotta vase. Crisp white glaze brings hand-carved texture into sculptural relief, while exposed clay at top and bottom add rustic contrast.Looking for gift ideas? Browse more gifts under $25. Handmade Terra cotta Watertight Hand wash Made in The Philippines | Order & Save | 7.5" H x 6.25" diameter | 16% Off | |
16% Off | Crate and Barrel Bringham Large Metal Vase | This simply shaped, beautifully rounded iron vase has an intriguing finish that melds swirls of silver, deep grey and bronze to achieve the look of an aged artifact. The curved vase, a Crate and Barrel exclusive, looks sculptural on its own and presents our faux botanicals with timeless style. For an intriguing, multilevel display, group a few of our Bringham metal vases in various sizes. Iron Wipe clean with dry cloth Not watertight; for decorative use only Made in India | Order & Save | 10.25" H x 8" diameter | 16% Off | |
16% Off | ![]() | CB2 BURNT DRIFTWOOD STANDING OBJECT | Teak wood with black marble base Each will be unique Clean with soft cloth Made in Indonesia | Order & Save | 23.75"Wx8"Dx16"H | 16% Off |
16% Off | ![]() | CB2 PETRIFIED WOOD PYRAMID | rom tropical Indonesia, we bring you a fossilized wonder of nature. Rich with color and pattern, pieces of petrified wood are carved into pyramid shapes then hand polished. An interesting bit of decor with a cool story to boot. Each piece differs in color and pattern, no two are exactly alike. | Order & Save | Width: 5" Depth: 3.75" Height: 8" | 16% Off |
20% Off | ![]() | Phillip Jeffries Collection Soho Hemp II - Concrete Jungle Quantity: 7 | Natural Grasscloth wallpaper | Order & Save | 36" wide x 7 yards | 20% Off |
20% Off | ![]() | Phillips Collection Two Tone Gray Knitted Wallpaper Quantity: 7 | Japanese Weave Wallpaper | Order & Save | 36" wide x 36" long | 20% Off |
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