The autumn leaves have us craving two things: sweater weather, and the colors of fall inside these gorgeous homesteads.
We're finding major autumnal inspiration from the colors of fall—those warm orange hues and terra cotta tones emerging across pumpkin patches and front porches this season. Some of our favorite designers aren't shy to incorporate these shades (the same pigments of a magnificent Western sunset, we might add) into their decorating schemes, so we're taking our color cues from the experts. As the days shorten and pumpkin spice eclipses our palates, here's how we plan to complement the cozy colors inside our own little abodes.
Architectural Details
Timeless craftsmanship, like this reclaimed arched wall opening, adds grandeur to a cozy fireside nook.
ARCHITECTURE: JLF Architects. PHOTOGRAPHY: Audrey Hall.
Simple Accessories
Subtlety, like this linen pillow in muted coral with natural jute piping, gives a gentle nod to the season in warmer climates.
ARCHITECTURE: Evens Architects. PHOTOGRAPHY: Manolo Langis. (Also cover image.)
Rich Textures
Mix-and-match pillows, layered area rugs, and a barrel of blankets help ensconce an outdoor space with just enough indoor comforts.
ARCHITECTURE: JLF Architects. DESIGN: WRJ Design. PHOTOGRAPHY: Audrey Hall.
Bold Statements
Variations of orange, from the statement couch to the leather loungers to the dining table, unite an eclectic collection of furnishings.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN: Ike Kligerman Barkley. PHOTOGRAPHY: Darren Bradley.
Traditional Influences
Substantial materials, like worn brick pavers or a terra cotta pot, provide a sense of timelessness to otherwise modern spaces.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN: Ike Kligerman Barkley. PHOTOGRAPHY: William Waldron.
Classic Patterns
Rugged plaids, Navajo weaves, and herringbone throws transform built-in details into comfortable reading nooks and secret spaces.
DESIGN: Kibler & Kirch. PHOTOGRAPHY: Audrey Hall.
Unexpected Accents
Art offers the uncanny ability to introduce new colors while complementing the rest, the way this vibrant orange mingles with blue hues of the glazed pottery, fringed throw, and woven rug.
ARCHITECTURE: JLF Architects. PHOTOGRAPHY: Audrey Hall.
Clean Lines
Symmetry offers a unique sense of composure: the calming influence of balance and reflection, with the ability to let special pieces, like a cowhide rug or orange throw, take center stage.
DESIGN: Tom Stringer Design Partners. PHOTOGRAPHY: Jorge Gera.
Heirloom Pieces
Hand-made rocking chairs, worn pillows, old chests, and antique pedestal tables fill gathering spaces not only with history, but with a welcoming sense of family.
DESIGN: Tom Stringer Design Partners. PHOTOGRAPHY: Jorge Gera.