At first, I thought I had to come up with a whole material palette myself, I realized then that It’s more efficient to take inspiration from spaces I know works well in reality.

Getting the right colors, materials and finishes is not an easy task, even for designers. It takes experiments and practice to find the right combination. One mistake I made is not building a complete material palette from the start, this made the design process confusing because there’s no destination I’m headed to.

So, remember that developing a clear material color palette will not only help you achieve good design results but also prevent you from experimenting and spending extra cost on trial and error.

A material palette is the result of a good living room design, here we share the materials used in each design and where you can find it

 

Material Palette 01: Copenhagen

Designed by Emil Dervish

 

If you like the clean and crisp look, unique furniture, and timeless-looking interior, this palette is for you! This color palette combination of off-whites wall materials, light warm wood herringbone flooring, black hardware, white chiffon curtains, and light mint green carpet will add warmth and interest. This is the perfect base for you to add vintage furniture and lighting to your space

 

Works well if you have

• A small space with large windows
• Old vintage pieces that you want to keep

 

 

 

 

 Material Palette 02: Contemporary Neutrals

Designed by rolig dsgn

 

If you like warm and contemporary space and nordic style, this palette is for you! This combination of warm shades of oak woods, shades of beige and grey and black accents create interest and contrast in a subtle way. Starting with a light warm wood flooring base and a mix of off-white walls, and wood wall panels will create a sophisticated and welcoming space.

 

Works well if you have

• Short length walls
• Open space with natural lighting
• A budget for wall paneling

 

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 Material Palette 03: Serene and Minimal

 

Designed by Kanstantsin Remez

 

To create a soothing and minimal-looking space that has visual appeal. You can’t go wrong with a clean ivory color base, cool grey-toned wood, and shades of whites and light grey. If you value comfort this material palette with monochrome light color space will be your perfect serene place to relax and recharge.

 

Works well if you have 

• Large open space
• Low ceiling
• A minimal approach to living

 

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 Material Palette 04: Nordic Simplicity

 

Designed by Audhild Samseth

 

This palette is best described as comfortable and flexible. You have warm light wooden floors, light greyed walls, white soft curtains as a base for you to layer your collection of natural furniture and natural materials. You can never go wrong with this if you follow the basics

 

Works well if you have

• Natural lighting
• Uncertainty about furniture color or style
• A Small budget

 

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This guide is your shortcut to achieve good-looking interiors, having a material palette figured out can make the design process effortless and can help you achieve the results you are aiming for. Always remember that good design starts with a cohesive material palette.

Which material palette do you like the most? Share with us in the comments below.