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Tranquility Now By Ashleigh Young Santamaria

When the UK-based Dulux Paint company named “Traquil Dawn” its 2020 Color of the Year back in September, I breathed a massive sigh of relief. Let’s face it, 2019 has been a bit of a tough year so we could all do with a little break from this year’s stresses and this hazy, cool neutral green appears to be a very positive sign of things to come. Numerologists have penned 2020 as the year of transformation where we will all be challenged to reach new heights and in doing so, require a peaceful, relaxed space to come home to that lets us reconnect with our humanness and maintain a sense of harmony and balance. Or, as the 1099 workforce continues to grow, revisit how we use our homes as we transform them into more of a work meets leisure fusion. Ashleigh Young Santamaria

Here are a few trends focused around the design twin peaks of Tone and Texture that can help you turn your home into a haven. Tones In this age of technology, earth tones are such nurturing and grounding colors. This seasonless palette comprises the perfect neutral backdrop for you to dress up or dress down for the holidays and, left alone, give your eyes and mind a break from the constant stimulation that surrounds us. You might think neutrals are boring and plain, but we’re not talking cool whites as much as warmer shades of bone, beige and other natureinspired tones. Think personal wellness space. Valspar actually just unveiled a series of 12 colors that they call “liveable neutrals” designed to cultivate a safe, serene space with names like Mint Whisper, Winter calm and Canyon Earth. I’m personally a sucker for anything flax or oatmeal colored: pillows, blankets and textiles layered on top of each other and combined with worn wood accents to create a tone-on-tone feast for the eyes. Texture Some neutral living rooms can look flat and uninviting which is where we’re seeing a strong focus on textured fabrics like boucle, a woven fabric made with looped or curly yarn, or faux fur accessories which in my humble opinion are always in style and perfect for cozy winter days or nights. Wall hangings are also a quick way to add character and personality to your home and 2020 is all about handwoven, boho-style textiles with tassels, crochet and beading. Statement ceilings such as those with wood beams or tin tiles are making a huge comeback, lending homes a rustic chalet-type feel. And let’s not forget that biophilic icing on the cake…a couple of green plants to oxygenate your space while bringing stress levels down.

With the holidays upon us, take a few minutes to create a space that fulfills and reenergizes you as we head into this festive (and oftentimes stressful) season.

Happy Decorating!