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When I was younger, I remember walking into the paint store absolutely convinced I had found the perfect gray. It looked elegant, calm, and just a little sophisticated on that tiny paper swatch. I went home, painted my room… and ended up with lavender walls. At first, I thought I had made a mistake and picked up the wrong can. But no—the color was correct. What I didn’t know back then was that the gray I loved so much had a violet undertone  hiding inside. And that undertone

You know that feeling when you walk into a space and your whole body just relaxes ? Your shoulders drop, your mind quiets, and it suddenly feels okay to slow down. That’s the magic of a well-thought-out color palette — one that speaks softly, not loudly. Peaceful neutrals aren’t just beautiful; they’re therapeutic. According to color psychology, soft hues like sandy beige, chalky white, misty grey, muted sage, and powdery blue help us feel more grounded, centered, and calm. T

I just got back from Milan, where I had the joy (and visual overload!) of spending a few days immersed in the world of design at Salone del Mobile 2025. This year’s edition was an absolute feast for the senses—cozy, tactile, full of warmth and soul. So I wanted to share with you, fellow design lovers and professionals, what stood out to me the most. Not just in terms of trends, but in feelings, colors, and those little moments that reminded me why I fell in love with interior

Note: This post contains affiliate links. This means that, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through the links provided. Thank you for supporting my work! Red brick is not a uniform color—it’s a mix of tones that can lean warm or cool, subtle or bold.  From rust and terracotta to deep burgundy, brick often features underlying hues that shift depending on lighting and surroundings. It’s these complex undertones that make it tric