Decorating with Harvest Colors

When decorating your home, get inspired by the red, orange, and gold hues of autumn harvest.

By Catie Bielecki



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brown room with green table cloth and orange blanket
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Mountain Style

    Caramel colored walls are a neutral, yet warm backdrop in this dressy-meets-cabin dining room. The casual linens and mix-and-match furniture contrast with the chandelier and pretty pottery to create a room that is eclectic and one-of-a-kind.

    Pittsburgh Paints; Helios (Desert Spice) 225-7, 314-6, 315-3, 513-2, 220-6; pittsburghpaints.com

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Wine-Inspired

    The merlot-colored paint in this room is balanced by a calm cream shade on the bottom portion of the walls. Autumnal fabric covers the furniture; sleek black and chrome chairs add a modern touch.

    Sherwin-Williams; Stolen Kiss/SW7586; Sherwin.williams.com

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Monochromatic Look

    This open-to-the-outdoors room is bathed in dusty red from floor to ceiling. The dining table sits atop a gray rug and the room's decorations, mostly fresh flowers and fruit, are straight from nature.

    Sherwin-Williams; Sierra Redwood/SW7598; Sherwin.williams.com

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Contemporary Safari

    Nature meets modern in this distinctive room. The reddish-brown wall color is rich and earthy, and the white animal statue is a unique touch. The leather chair, zebra-print rug, and log end table add a few more natural touches.

    Benjamin Moore; Mayflower Red/HC-49; benjaminmoore.com

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Elegant Study

    Orange, gray, and cream make a sophisticated color palette. Bathe your walls in a pumpkin-colored paint and then use neutrals to calm the look. Silver and glass accents add just the right amount of sparkle.

    Dutch Boy; Amber Stone B5-3, Timbermine F14-2; dutchboy.com

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Keep It Traditional

    Pale gold paint is the perfect choice in this traditional living room. Striped drapes, dark upholstered furniture, and burgundy accents continue the time-honored look. A natural fiber rug is cozy and neutral over hardwood floors.

    Dutch Boy; Potato Skin/B11-2; dutchboy.com

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Color Your Cabinets

    Be creative when adding a splash of color to your kitchen. Instead of painting the walls a bold hue, consider choosing a neutral tan and then adding bright red paint to the cabinets. Combined with vintage artwork, sleek counters, and stainless steel appliances, the finished look is surprising and fresh.

    Dutch Boy; Victory Red/A3-1, Basketweave C14-3; dutchboy.com

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Country Charm

    This orange wall color evokes the warmth of autumn. Casual country touches -- the rustic bench, cozy blanket, and natural artwork -- add comfort to the space. The white trim, door, and ceiling really pop against the saturated wall color.

    Dutch Boy; Court Jester/B21-1, Sandy Hook Bay/C18-4; dutchboy.com

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Horizontal Stripes

    Two hues of orange painted in stripes add visual interest to this dining room's walls. The furniture and floor are simple, but a distinctive centerpiece introduces another bright color to the room.

    Sherwin-Williams; Copper Pot/SW7709; Sherwin.williams.com

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Sophisticated Living

    This red-walled room is classy and chic. The white armless chairs have clean, modern lines and the studded leather ottoman gives a warm touch. The zebra-print rug is fun and surprising, and the huge windows let in lots of natural light.

    Benjamin Moore; Moroccan Spice/AF-285; benjaminmoore.com

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katewest60 wrote:

Where do you find the furniture? I love the couch; However, painting rooms for every season? I would rather paint colors that one can use through every season! However, you advise us of where one get buy the paint-But what about the decor as well? Thanks, Kate

10/7/2011 06:07:02 AM Report Abuse
sanhat292 wrote:

Love.. my entire great room in my new home is all fall colors...carmel, hunter green, burgundy... gorgeous

10/4/2011 01:44:46 PM Report Abuse
lalanca1 wrote:

Love Orange...red is passion, yellow is sunshine and orange my friends is friendly!

10/4/2011 12:51:57 PM Report Abuse
pesims1 wrote:

I'm a tad confused most of these rooms the shot is so 'far out' are you suggesting we repaint the inside of our house for every season?! Just seems to me it'd be better to show actual 'decorations' ...

9/27/2011 07:34:01 AM Report Abuse
iz1996 wrote:

I have this same color in my LR, but in this pic, the woods are too close in color to the orange. Need more contrast...

10/6/2010 03:44:24 PM Report Abuse
bohochick wrote:

What is the second color in the stripes besides Copper Pot?

10/1/2010 03:35:44 PM Report Abuse
aliyagsn2009 wrote:

I love these fall colors because they create a sense of calm, warmth and comfort.

9/26/2010 10:17:51 PM Report Abuse
cygross48 wrote:

Very nice -- welcoming. I think I'd quickly tire of it, though.

9/22/2010 07:14:23 AM Report Abuse
joyjimb wrote:

I'm in love with warm colors..and this orange is wonderful

9/19/2010 10:02:00 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

I love orange too!!! This room feels soooo cozy! http://www.etsy.com/shop/chiaramia

9/15/2010 12:08:28 PM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

Wine pretty

9/15/2010 11:21:52 AM Report Abuse
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