- November 26, 2024
- Colleen Langdon
Crafted Quarters is proud to be featured in Apartment Guide’s article on modern fall decor, alongside other design experts.
As the air turns crisp and the leaves change, it’s the perfect time to refresh your space with modern fall decor. Whether you’re renting an apartment in Dallas or you’re preparing to sign a lease on an apartment in Albany, you’ll want to know how to immerse yourself in the fall season.
In this ApartmentGuide article, experts unveil eight easy updates to make your rental feel cozy and seasonally stylish without overwhelming the space. Now, let’s get started.
1. Swap out the throw pillows
Principal interior designer of Meghan Jay Design, Meghan Jay recommends “switching out everyday throw pillows for holiday-hued cushions.” Explore options in muted, fall-inspired colors and think earthy tones, such as deep greens, burnt oranges, or warm browns. Choose simple patterns or textured fabrics like velvet or wool to add warmth and make your space feel inviting.
2. Refresh your coffee table decor
Your coffee table can serve as a focal point in any room. Swap out summer accents with seasonal elements like ceramic pumpkins, small gourds, or minimalistic trays with candles. You could also consider incorporating a stack of neutral-toned books or a bowl filled with pinecones.
When it comes to refreshing the coffee table decor, Meghan’s approach includes “styling with a small potted poinsettia, red coffee table books, and a pine-scented candle.”
3. Enhance the ambiance with fall scents
Nothing says fall quite like the comforting scents. Colleen Langdon, owner of Crafted Quarters recommends “candles with seasonal scents like vanilla, apple, or pumpkin spice to create a warm and inviting ambiance.”You can use soy or beeswax candles to create a warm aroma.
If open flames aren’t allowed in your rental, consider reed diffusers or plug-in scents to achieve a similar cozy effect.
4. Integrate natural elements
Incorporate nature-inspired decor to give your space a seasonal feel. Arrange vases with dried pampas grass, branches, or wheat stalks for a simple yet elegant look. Natural elements can bring texture to your space and tie in with fall’s rustic vibe without requiring major changes.
Other options recommended by the team at The Rustic Market in Georgia include “pinecones, acorns, pumpkins, gourds, and dried corn.”By integrating natural elements into your modern fall design, Cayley Pater, founder of Made Trade, says, ” Earth-first products can make your home warm and inviting without you ever having to wield a hammer.” Cayley shares how her team enjoys “selecting decor and furniture made with natural materials and handcrafted design for adding a modern touch while also creating a positive impact.”
5. Replace light, summery throw blankets
Cleveland-based interior design firm Morrison Gates shares how fall is the time where “we enter into the shorter days and cooler temperatures.” Therefore, it becomes time to “think about adding layers just like you would when getting dressed, except instead of a cute scarf or cozy blazer, you’re going to be looking for heavier throw blankets.”
Julia Camara Calvo with West Hollywood-based artisanal home decor store, Atacama Home, says how swapping out blankets and throws is “an easy way to welcome a new season” and recommends “linen throws during the warmer months and thicker wool ones for colder seasons.” Blankets are a great way to also add fall-friendly hues and textures!
Additionally, Amy Owens with Hidden Gem Design Group suggests using “textured throws” juxtaposed with “decorative pillows in trending colors to make a big impact.”
As you navigate decorating your space with modern fall decor elements, Sara Dahl of Dahl House shares a decorating example by stating, “Trade a blue striped linen pillow with a jewel-toned velvet one, or swap out a thinner throw blanket for a chunky cable-knit in a cream, earthy brown, or olive-colored one.”
6. Blend muted colors with warmth
Fall colors don’t have to be overly bright. Focus on muted tones like deep reds, mustard yellows, and olive greens. Pair these with warm neutrals, such as beige or tan, to create a balanced, modern fall palette that feels stylish yet subdued.
As fall descends on places such as Nashville, Founder of Nashville Go suggests integrating these “warm colors into your home and displaying your favorite Halloween decorations that will add to your space’s fall vibe.”
7. Change your dinnerware
Your modern fall decor goes beyond throw blankets and pillows. Carol Olena with Rustic Lodge Furniture recommends trading “your summer dishware and tabletop decor for warm neutral pieces. Layer cream-colored dishes and accent your dining table with hints of orange and gold.” This simple touch can make any meal feel festive and can be a fun, easy way to integrate modern fall decor into your home.
For those looking to add an extra fall decor factor to their dining table, Stephanie Romkey, creative director for Goimagine, a shop for artisan finds suggests adding “seasonal touches like autumn leaves or festive linens.” She shares that “It’s important to remember the impact of a well-designed tablescape” when preparing for upcoming seasonal gatherings.
8. Create more ambient lighting
As the days grow shorter, adjust your lighting to match fall’s cozy vibe. With Lee Meier Interiors in Cleveland, Natalie Rich recommends adding “sleek, minimalist accent lighting like floor lamps or pendant lights for a stylish touch.” You can also integrate LED candles to create soft, ambient lighting or swap out any bright white bulbs for warm-toned ones to further enhance the comfortable, relaxed atmosphere.
With ambient lighting comes a near sense of completion for your modern fall aesthetic. At this stage, Marjory with Rainforest Bowls shares how you can now relax in your “chill sanctuary with cozy hemp blankets, flickering candles, and a bowl of healthy snacks.”
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