Colorful Living Rooms

Warm and Welcoming Yellow Living Room

An antique Oushak rug sets the stage for the warm palette in this living room, designed by Mark Ashby and Mary Ames. The diverse sitting area is composed of furniture dressed in soft chartreuse, butter yellow, and light oatmeal for a casual feel. The rich golden wall paint allows the room’s lighter elements to stand out, while the heavier tones—like the dark barley twist-style chair legs and steel-gray sofa pillows—create subdued contrast.

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Interior design: Mark Ashby and Mary Ames
Photograph: John Granen