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52 Stylish and Fun Teen Bedroom Ideas

Purple and pink teen girl's bedroom

Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Read McKendree

The best room ideas for teens allow them to express their personality and evolving tastes while flowing with the rest of the house. Select timeless furniture and use decor, color, and aesthetic elements to personalize the space that can be swapped out easily as trends and tastes change.

Check out these teen bedroom ideas in a range of styles for inspiration.

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    Use Bright Colors

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Brighten the mood in a teenage bedroom with cheerful color accents. This spacious bedroom from Chango & Co. is perfect for a young teen, with its patterned multicolored wallpaper and mix of pastels and neon accent colors on furnishings and decor.

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    Embrace Cottagecore

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    Jessica Nelson Design / Carina Skrobecki Photography

    Turn a kids' room into a teen bedroom with a large bed that will make them feel grown-up. Jessica Nelson Design created a cozy cottagecore feel by pushing a turned wood vintage bed frame into the corner, hanging floral wallpaper, and layering a gallery wall over it for a maximalist effect.

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    Create a Lounge Zone

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    Design by Liberty Interiors / Photo by Rachel Winton Photography

    Create distinct zones for sleeping and chilling out in a spacious teen bedroom. Nicole Rosenberg of Liberty Interiors mixed a blue accent wall with soothing shades of blue, white, and gray in this room designed to last.

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    Paint It Green

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    Mary Patton Design

    Paint your teen bedroom in a soothing shade of sage green. Use the same paint on the ceiling for an enveloping feel, like this space from Mary Patton Design.

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    Mix Pink and Gray

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    Mary Patton Design

    Choose a soft color palette to create a relaxing feel in a teen bedroom. This industrial loft-style bedroom from Mary Patton Design is softened with pink wall paint, carpeting, and colorful throw pillows on the daybed.

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    Add Freespirited Boho Style

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    Design by Urbanology Designs / Photo by Convey Studios

    Incorporate boho-style accents to give your teen room a relaxed feel. Urbanology Designs decorated this space with a macrame wall hanging over the bed, mixed patterns and textures on the bedding, a woven pendant light, a trio of macrame plant holders, and mismatched nightstands.

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    Try Dynamic Striped Walls

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Use bold stripes to energize a colorful teen room. Chango & Co. mixed black-and-white striped wallpaper and primary red, yellow, and blue accents to create a dynamic feel that is playful enough for a kid without feeling too childish.

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    Hang a Statement Chandelier

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    Design by Maestri Studio / Photo by Stephen Karlisch

    Hang a statement chandelier to create a focal point in your teen bedroom. Maestri Studio added lampshades on the chandelier bulbs to keep the lighting soft and luminous when it's turned on at night.

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    Install a Starry Sky Ceiling

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Read McKendree

    Give your teens a reason to hold onto their childlike sense of wonder with a stylized star ceiling. Chango & Co. paired twilight blue walls with bold ceiling stars in this modern space.

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    Layer Pink Tones

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    Mary Patton Design

    Create a soft tonal look with shades of pink. This teenage bedroom from Mary Patton Design has a statement canopy bed and matching nightstands and lamps to create symmetry.

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    Add Retro Chic Touches

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    Design by Mel Bean Interiors / Photo by Laurey Glenn

    Give a nod to throwback design for a homey feel. This teen room from Mel Bean Interiors has powder blue walls, pink accents, and a mix of vintage style furniture and decor.

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    Design a Twin Room

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    Mary Patton Design

    For a twin bedroom, pair matching bed frames with a shared central nightstand. Mary Patton Design chosen airy canopy beds and whimsical bird wall decor on the sky blue walls in this soothing teen bedroom.

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    Build an Alcove Bed

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    Design by Erin Williamson Design

    Make a teen bedroom feel more grown-up with a daybed that is comfortable enough to sleep on but can double as a hang out space by day. Erin Williamson Design designed an alcove daybed corner with a Moorish-inspired cut-out, muted pink paint, an inlaid side table, and a mix of textiles.

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    Accent With Primary Colors

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Pair subtle pattern with bright hues. In this airy teen room from Chango & Co., the blue and white wallpaper adds subtle texture to the walls. Patterned bedding and decor accents in primary yellow, red, and blue infuse the space with energy and spirit.

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    Decorate With Purple

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Read McKendree

    Decorate a teen bedroom in shades of purple for a modern feel. Chango & Co. combined modern purple-and-white wallpaper with a vintage bed frame and purple textiles in this cheery space.

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    Hang a Chair in the Corner

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    Design by Christina Kim Interior Design / Photo by Raquel Langworthy

    Hang a chair or a swing in your teen room to give them a place to chill. Christina Kim Interior Design hung a painted rattan chair in the corner in the modest-sized space for a cozy feel.

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    Hang Floral Wallpaper

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    Design by Judith Balis Interiors / Photo by Allison Corona

    Give your teen room a dose of glamour with. bold decor touches. This teen room from Judith Balis Interiors features a crystal chandelier, jet black wall paint, a blingy gallery wall, and dark floral ceiling wallpaper.

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    Paint Walls Dark Navy

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    Design by Sarah Cole Interiors / Photo by Jared Kuzia

    Paint the walls navy for a moody but classic feel. Sarah Cole Interiors nestled the bed in a bow window finished with white floor-to-ceiling drapes and finished the room with rich wood midcentury modern-style furniture.

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    Paint a Wall Mural

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    Design by Mel Bean Interiors / Photo by Laurey Glenn

    Add a sense of drama to a teen room with a bold wall mural. Mel Bean Interiors chose a vibrant blue mountainscape and added additional color and pattern to keep the wall decor from overwhelming.

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    Accent With Yellow

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Energize a teen room with vivid yellow accents. This space from Chango & Co. has a bold modern yellow canopy bed that complements pink tones in the bright space.

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    Add a Comfy Study Spot

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    Design by Bell+Voy Design Co. / Photo by Jenny Siegwart

    Trade a conventional desk for a laptop workstation. In this teen room from Bell+Voy Design Co., a laptop table and wall sconce provides the option to turn the couch into a comfy homework station.

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    Use Vertical Space

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    Design by Handsome Salt / Photo by Jenny Siegwart

    Incorporate storage for your teen's hat collection to help them keep things tidy. This minimalist teen bedroom from interior designer Sara Simon of Handsome Salt has clean lines, a black-and-white palette, wall hooks for a neat display of ball caps, and a hanging chair.

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    Add Colorful Curtains

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    Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors / Photo by Julie Soefer

    Customize window treatments to add color and interest to a small teen bedroom. Marie Flanigan Interiors matched the floor-to-ceiling printed curtains and matching window shade in this polished space.

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    Install a Loft Bed

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    Design by Rise Interiors / Styled by Haley Garrison Phillips / Photo by Matt Dandy Photography

    Install a space-saving loft bed that leaves room for a spacious desk underneath for an ultra functional layout. Interior designer Mary Jo Major of Rise Interiors designed set up a cozy armchair in the corner to create a reading nook.

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    Use Geometric Decor Pieces

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    Liberty Interiors

    Add some edge to your teen bedroom with geometric forms. Interior designer Nicole Rosenberg of Liberty Interiors mixed white, gray, and pale wood tones with geometric touches on lighting and decor for a modern feel.

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    Add a Wallpaper Accent

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Combine colorful paint with accent wallpaper to give the room more dimension. Chango & Co. paired pink walls, a pink-and-green floral wallpaper accent wall, a fanciful arched canopy bed, a whimsical bubble pendant light, and a spacious window seat in this space.

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    Go for a Tonal Gray Look

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    Design by Liberty Interiors / Photo by Rachel Winton Photography

    Add wit and whimsy within a monochromatic palette. This teen bedroom from interior designer Nicole Rosenberg of Liberty Interiors is done up in warm and cool tones of gray and silver, with industrial storage, witty wallpaper, and a neon slogan over the bed.

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    Try a Nautical Theme

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    Design by Curated Nest Interiors / Photo by Jacob Snavely Photography

    Choose a timeless design to create a teen bedroom that can easily transition into a guest room once they fly the nest. Curated Nest Interiors decorated this space with a nautical theme, from the toy sailboat on the nightstand to framed nautical drawings and sailor stripes on the window shades.

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    Channel '70s Style

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    Design by Erin Williamson Design

    Embrace retro decor for a cozy vintage look. Erin Williamson Design mixed patterned wallpaper, rattan furnishings, a kilim throw pillow, and a pink-and-brown palette in this '70s-style teen room.

    Tip

    Decorating a teen's room is a challenge that is best approached as a collaboration between parents and children. Letting your teen have some control over their room's decor will help them to feel invested in the outcome, helping to ensure that the space is a reflection of their evolving tastes and personality.

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    Contrast Blue and Gold

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    Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors / Photo by Julie Soefer

    Accent an all-white space with blue and gold decor. In this teen room from Marie Flanigan Interiors, clean white walls and furnishings, metallic gold-toned lighting, and bright blue and yellow accents on textiles and decor create a slick space for a mature teen.

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    Pair Pink and Green

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    Design by Studio Peake

    Pink and green is a versatile color palette with a fresh feel. Studio Peake decorated this London space with vintage furniture and a mix of textiles.

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    Hang Thrift Store Art

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    Design by Urbanology Designs / Photo by J Turnbow Photography

    Look outside standard retail for cool wall decor. This shared teen room from Urbanology Designs has vintage furniture, lighting, and thrift store art with a whimsical sailor theme to add personality.

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    Cover It in Zebra Stripes

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Christian Torres

    Modernize a kids' room with zebra-striped wallpaper in an unexpected color. Chango & Co. paired it with a modern canopy bed, a large window seat, textural accents, and bold art.

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    Use a Desk as a Nightstand

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    Design by Living with Lolo / Photo by Life Created

    Save space by using a desk as a nightstand. Living with Lolo decorated it with a tall lamp, an upholstered chair, and a round mirror on the wall, making it double as a vanity if and when needed.

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    Try Tonal Blues

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    Maite Granda

    Mix shades of blue for a calming feel. In this Florida bedroom from Maite Granda, a mix of blue-and-white patterns, a sculptural bedside lamp, and a few bright color accents create a cheerful but calming oasis.

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    Use a Cool-Toned Palette

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    Liberty Interiors

    Add sophistication to a modern teen bedroom with a cool-toned color palette, like this space from interior designer Nicole Rosenberg of Liberty Interiors.

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    Channel Granny Chic

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    Design by Maestri Studio / Photo by Jenifer McNeil Baker

    Embrace quirkiness with bold wallpaper and ironic wall art, like this teen bedroom from Maestri Studio. Mix shades of bright pink, blue, and green with neutrals like white and gray for a balanced look.

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    Pair Pink and Blue

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    Design by Mary Patton Design / Photo by Molly Culver

    Mix soft pastel blue and pink with white accents to keep a teen room feeling light and bright. This bedroom from Mary Patton Design includes patterned accent pillows and a graphic pouf that add interest and sophistication.

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    Decorate With Dinosaurs

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    Design by Maestri Studio / Photo by Nathan Shroder

    If your teen is obsessed with dinosaurs, give them pride of place. A mix of patterns, vintage-style lighting and furniture, and a trio of dinosaur figurines makes this teen room from Maestri Studio both sophisticated and fun.

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    Mix Bold Patterns

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    Casa Watkins Living

    Don't be afraid to mix bold patterns and colors in a teen bedroom. Casa Watkins Living paired pink-and-white palm tree motif wallpaper with patterned bedding in shades of pink and orange for an eclectic feel.

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    Accent With Red

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    Maite Granda

    Energize a coastal blue-and-white palette with bold red accents, like this space from interior designer Maite Granda. A smattering of natural accents on the bedside lamp, window shade, and bench add warmth.

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    Add Sports-Themed Decor

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    Design by Kellie Burke Interiors / Photo by Kyle Caldwell

    Add a custom wall accent to celebrate your teen's interests or hobbies. This space from Kellie Burke Interiors has a large-scale sports-themed wall mural behind the bed that sets the tone for a young athlete.

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    Mix Old and New

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    Design by Maite Granda

    A few retro, vintage, or antique accents will warm up a modern teen bedroom. Interior designer Maite Granda chose a retro-style nightstand and bedside lamp to add contrast with modern floral wallpaper and bedding.

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    Lay a Patterned Rug

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    Design by Living with Lolo / Photo by Life Created

    Add color to a teen bedroom with a colorful patterned rug. Living with Lolo anchored the bed with a large rug to create a cozy feel.

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    Hang Sheer Curtains

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    Maite Granda

    Hang sheer curtains to give your teenager privacy without blocking natural light. Interior designer Maite Granda installed reading corner by the window with a floor lamp for after-hours reading sessions.

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    Refresh With Neutrals

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    Design by Ursula Carmona for Home Made By Carmona

    Transition a kids' room to a teen bedroom by trading bright colors for neutrals. Blogger Ursula Carmona for Home Made By Carmona gave her teen daughter's room a grown-up refresh with pale gray walls and soft neutral textiles.

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    Decorate Around Interests

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    Maite Granda

    A teen room doesn't have to be elaborately designed to be effective, it just needs thoughtful details that tell a story about the person who lives in it. Interior designer Maite Granda used navy and green plaid bedding, navy blue painted furniture, and a sports ball themed lamp and wall decor to decorate this teen room fit for a budding sports enthusiast.

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    Hang a Gallery Wall

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    Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Sarah Elliott

    Hang a gallery wall to personalize your teen bedroom. Chango & Co. installed an eclectic and colorful gallery wall over patterned wallpaper in this space decorated with a hanging chair and sleepover-ready bunk beds.

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    Install a Built-In Desk

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    Mary Patton Design

    Create a dedicated homework zone in a teenage bedroom with a built-in desk. Mary Patton Design paired the desk with a window-seat with built-in storage to create a cozy place to read.

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    Mix Pale Neutrals

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    Sissy + Marley Interior Design / Photo by Marco Ricca Studio

    Mix pale neutral patterns to create a sophisticated feel. Sissy + Marley Interior Design paired modern beige and white striped wallpaper with striped bedding, a wall-mounted desk, and light wood accents in this bright space.

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    Try Mediterranean Style

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    Desiree Burns Interiors

    Decorate your teen bedroom with Mediterranean style for an escapist feel. Hang a color photo of a seaside destination on the wall and decorate with rattan pieces and palm tree motifs, like this space from Desiree Burns Interiors.

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    Try a Scandi-Style Feel

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    Casa Watkins Living

    For a Scandi-inspired teen bedroom, mix neutral colors and spare design elements. Casa Watkins Living chose a palette of black, white, and gray, adding touches of glam with gold-toned metallic accents on drawer pulls and wall decor.