THE INSIDE LOOK by Susan Calabria Design

Hello Friends & Design Enthusiasts:  

As the air turns cooler and the days get shorter, fall invites us to create interiors that feel layered, warm, and deeply connected to nature. This season is all about balance: grounding earth tones paired with unexpected jewel pops, and cozy textures offset by sleek modern lines. Smoky blues and pewter tones bring a cool balance to fall’s warmth, especially striking in textured textiles like velvet and bouclé, as seen in the featured rooms.

Here’s What’s Trending Now:

Color Forecast: Warm Meets Cool

Cinammon & Terracotta

Rich, spiced hues bring comfort and warmth, perfect for walls or statement upholstery.

Forest Green & Moss

Forest green and moss-inspired hues bring a rich, organic warmth to interiors, grounding a room in comfort and depth. Evocative of woodland walk, these greens pair well with marble and stone surfaces.

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Golden Ochre

A fresh update on mustard. This shade adds energy when used in accents like pillows, trim or art. It instantly brightens a room while staying sophisticated.

Smoky Blues & Pewter

Cooler tones that balance the warmth of fall. These hues are especially striking in textiles

like velvet and boucle. Book a Room Redo

Boucle & Woven Wool: Soft, tactile & perfect for lounge seating or throws.

Metallic Accents:  Antique Brass & Aged Bronze details add understated glamour.

Layered Natural Fibers: Raffia, embroidered grass cloths & organic weaves

offer artisanal richness.

Marble & Stone: Veined surfaces - like Cristallo quartzite- bring drama & timelessness to kitchens, baths and bars.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

Susan's Picks

Benjamin Moore Paint Colors

Cinnamon & Terracotta

Cinnamon 2174-20

Terra Cotta Tile 2090-30

Rust 2175-30

Adobe Dust 2175-40

Forest Green & Moss

Forest Green 2047-10 Mossy

Oak 2147-30

Dark Olive 2140-30

Sweet Basil 455

Smoky Blues & Pewter

Van Deusen Blue HC-156

Smoke 2122-40

Stormy Monday 2112-50

Blue Dusk 1645

Pewter 2121-30

Kendall Charcoal HC-166

Silver Half Dollar 2121-40

Coventry Gray HC-169

Golden Ochre

Golden Ochre 2156-30

Hawthorne yellow HC-4

Bryant Gold HC-7

Goldsmith 2150-30

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ADVICE

Design Tip: 3 Ways to Cozy Up A Space - The Expert Way

Cozy is a feeling that comes from thoughtful design, not just extra pillows.

Here’s how to expertly add warmth and comfort with intention.

• Low Lounge Seating

Create Intimate conversation areas with sectional sofas or U-shaped banquettes.

• Mixed Lighting

Layer chandeliers with table lamps and sconces to add depth and mood

• Statement Rugs

Oversized patterns in warm jewel tones anchor open spaces

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