The 2025 Pantone color of the year is Mocha Mousse, “a warming, brown hue imbued with richness. It nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort.” Especially now that fall is upon us, Mocha Mousse sounds pretty delicious! You can almost smell the coffee….

Everything Old Is Timeless Again. Whether as a statement piece or thoughtful accents, antiques can add personality and a sense of history to modern interior design. Vintage items often offer features like rich patinas, different woods, or decorative inlays that create depth and interest in your design, but it’s important to pair them with more modern elements.

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Is color drenching for me? Consider saturating a room with one color for visual impact. Painting walls, trim, bookshelves, and even the ceiling the same color can provide depth and sophistication.