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Color Crush: Stone Is Subtle, Soothing And Sophisticated

By Rosemary Poole and Talia Hart On

A calming hue that’s taken from nature, stone is warmer than the cool greys that have dominated the past decade.

It’s strong enough to contrast with bright whites and blond woods, acting as a grounding color when white is the accent. But its earthy undertones are also a great match for more vibrant colors such as deep mustard or spicy red. Look for greys with a slightly brown undertone to get this gentler, softer look. Scroll down and get inspired by this soothing hue!

These stone-hued upholstered benches feel extra soothing combined with the surrounding warm woods in this open-concept dining room.

  • Photographer Maxime Desbiens
  • Designer Audreé Kemp Bélanger

House & Home April 2022

If you’re looking to create a stone effect on your walls, take cues from this home that features a stone veneer treatment that mimics concrete.

  • Photographer Angus Fergusson
  • Designer Sarah Baeumler

House & Home May 2020

A warm stone-inspired vanity brings subtle contrast to an all-white bathroom and complements the shimmery subway shower tiles.

  • Photographer Lauren Miller
  • Designer Alana Firestone and Jordy Fagan of Collective Studio

House & Home April 2022

This hue is a classic choice for headboards, as it will give your bedroom a neutral base for layering in pattern, color and texture.

 

  • Photographer Lauren Miller
  • Designer Alana Firestone and Jordy Fagan of Collective Studio

House & Home April 2022

If you live in a space with concrete ceilings or floors, incorporating similarly-hued furniture will create a cohesive look. This custom velvet banquette mirrors the ceilings above.

  • Photographer Stacey Brandford
  • Designer Mazen El-Abdallah

House & Home April 2022

In the principal bedroom of the same condo, a stone-colored bed is one with the walls.

  • Photographer Stacey Brandford
  • Designer Mazen El-Abdallah

House & Home April 2022

Textured wallpaper in this cool tone keeps things neutral without feeling sterile in this vibrant dining room.

  • Photographer Stacey Brandford
  • Designer Aránzazu González Bernardo & Michael Fohring, Odami

House & Home March 2021

These upholstered chairs have a subtle speckle that feels reminiscent of stone, and brings warmth and texture to the space.

  • Photographer Alex Lukey
  • Designer Ali Budd

House & Home January/February 2022

A stormy mural in this standout room has hints of stone, grey and white that creates an ethereal ambience.

  • Photographer Patrick Biller
  • Designer Allison Willson

House & Home June 2020

In this elegant space, crown molding and walls painted in Benjamin Moore’s Silver Fox conjure a feeling of calmness.

Keep scrolling for products that will bring this sophisticated hue into your home!

  • Photographer Angus Fergusson
  • Designer Sarah Baeumler

House & Home May 2020

Knot cushion in White Grey by Design House Stockholm.

 

$173 Horne

Lantern table lamp by Neri&Hu for ClassiCon.

$3,655 Avenue Road

Gallery Object candlesticks in White Marble by Louise Roe.

$310Provide

Raphaël wallpaper in Grey by Sandberg Wallpaper.

$189/roll Finest Wallpaper

Rory armchair in Grey.

$2,239 LD Shoppe

Astraeos bench by Maison Pouenat.

$31,280 South Hill Home

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Rosemary Poole and Talia Hart

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