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b"This week, we welcome Atlanta-based designer Amy Morris, who shares some great tips on decorating with neutrals. Amy first shares a little more about her traditional style with a twist of modern and her process behind selecting fabrics with depth and texture. She goes deeper into using lights and darks to create visual interest and advises on finding the right pieces to make your home truly personalized. Amy details her favorite neutrals to use and the importance of really understanding your overall plan and angle in creating your dream living space.\\nFollow along with this week's decorating dilemma here.\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear On This Episode:\\n\\nYes, neutrals can bring drama!\\n\\nAmy explains more about the \\u201cpsychology of design\\u201d.\\n\\nUsing lights and darks to create contrast in a room.\\n\\nSome of Amy\\u2019s current favorite and most used neutrals include the yummy chocolate and paprika.\\n\\nSelecting fabrics and materials that also prioritize depth and texture.\\n\\nFinding pieces that work for you personally and making them work in the space.\\n\\nEmbracing cohesion in design and avoiding impulse purchases.\\n\\nHow we can use the idea of our \\u201cseasons\\u201d and color palette also in design.\\n\\nRemembering scale when it also comes to selecting lighting.\\n\\nAlso Mentioned:\\n\\nAmy Morris Interiors\\n\\nAmy Morris IG\\n\\nDecorating Dilemma:\\xa0\\nHi Ginger! Thank you for writing! Amy and our crew have some ideas. First, we suggest painting the foyer walls, trim, and even the stairs a bright white to lighten up the space. Then, consider replacing the traditional chandelier with a large lantern pendant light. You can create more visual interest by removing the ornate pieces from the cast iron handrail. One idea is also to replace the yellow wall color upstairs with a light neutral and swap out the 90s flush mount lights for a transitional sconce or chandelier style.\\nConsider mounting a large framed artwork or mirror on the foyer wall to make a design statement. Add plants or a tray with accessories on the chest for visual layering. Updating the paint, lighting, and accessories as suggested will help make the entry and hallway feel brighter, more modern, and more welcoming while respecting the home's original character. Thanks so much and we can\\u2019t wait for an update!"