Quiet Luxury – Elegant Warm Neutrals On A Budget

Lindian Village Beach Resort, Rhodes as taken by our own Aemilia Smith, shared with permission.

When Aemilia, our social media and digital marketing lead, stayed at a fancy hotel in Rhodes, Greece, she snapped this photo. This hotel lounge area shows how the “quiet luxury” look is high-end yet welcoming, with these subtle luxury accents and textures. We love this so much! And when we saw that Friends star Courtney Cox is also rocking the quiet luxury look in her own home, we knew we had to write a blog on how to recreate these sophisticated looks without having to remortgage the house first!

Quiet luxury is a design style that emphasises refined elegance and sophistication. Interiors have shifted away from stark white and grey into spaces with more personality. Unlike the bold maximalist trends that are fun and busy, ‘quiet luxury’ is more minimalist while using warmer tones. It’s about creating a serene atmosphere with high-quality materials, clean lines, and a warm but neutral palette. The goal is to design a home that feels both luxurious and lived-in, without overdoing it.

Courtney Cox's living room as photographed and shared by @rvstapleton

Recreate Courtney's style with our Furniturebox picks. Featuring:

• Zuri Sofa 2 Seater Recycled Fabric Cream
• Thea Grey Concrete and White Fabric Desk Table Lamp
• Kendrick Desk 140 Walnut Top Black Legs
• Bonnie Wood & Rope Dining Chairs
• Palma Round Black Coffee Table
• Emma 120x80cm Black Rectangle Frame Wall Mirror

@your_average_home showing off her stunning quiet luxury home on a budget here, featuring our Kafe black metal sideboard.

Get The Foundations Right

The foundation of quiet luxury lies in its colour scheme. Warm neutrals like beige, taupe, muted greens, clays, creams and whites work well. Some contrasting black will add dimension. These will all create a calming backdrop that will look inviting but classy. Plus, these colours are great for cosying up for the cooler months but equally great at creating a sunny Mediterranean vibe for those rare hot days. These versatile colours can be easily paired with various textures and materials.

Quality Over Quantity

Whether you’re going for a whole-house makeover or just want to update your living room, invest in a few high-quality pieces rather than filling your space with loads of items that will make it look cluttered. Look for furniture and decor that are well-made and timeless. This doesn’t mean you have to break the bank – take a look at our inspirational mood boards below for some budget-friendly furniture that ticks all the boxes for this trend.

Natural Materials & A Minimalist Approach

Incorporate materials like wood, stone, and linen to add a touch of nature to your space. These will bring warmth and texture, enhancing that luxurious feel. Space is a key part of this trend, so keep floors clear. Keep your decor simple and uncluttered. Every item should feel like it has a purpose and its place but also add to the overall ‘high-end’ vibe.

And here's another mood board of Furniturebox picks to help inspire you with budget-friendly furniture to set the tone. Featuring:

• Kafe Black Metal Sideboard
• Elodie Abstract Pebble Wall Mirror with Gold Frame
• Braxton Cream Boucle Fabric Black Leg Dining Chair
• Lucinda Arc Floor Lamp White Shade with Matte Black Base
• Hugo Tan Cinnamon Velvet 3 Seater Sofa Bed
  
  

• A fresh coat of paint in a warm neutral shade can instantly transform a room. Pair this with plush textiles like velvet cushions, wool throws, and linen curtains to add layers of comfort and elegance.

• Swap out standard light fixtures for something more sophisticated. Floor lamps can help create cosy ‘zones’ within larger spaces. Table lamps that mix materials with metal or concrete bases and fabric shades can create focal points. A larger modern chandelier or pendant lights will elevate a hallway or bedroom to create that luxury hotel look.

• Scour second-hand shops and online marketplaces for pre-loved pieces. Items like a mid-century modern chair or an antique mirror (or even a retro-look modern mirror) add character, with those clean lines we mentioned earlier.

• Adding plants is an easy and affordable way to bring life and warmth into your home. Choose artwork and accessories that reflect your personal style. Artwork can help you decide your colour palette – select colours for the rest of the room from the art. Or, use artwork and accessories to tie your space together.

We love seeing how our customers style their Furniturebox products so be sure to give us a follow on Insta and tag us in your product pics. We've also got links to lots of useful info there. And we've also got heaps more inspiration over on Pinterest so give us a follow there, too.

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