Lighten up.

In at least one room, perhaps a bedroom, take a break from all the wood with light, bright decor. To give the narrow master bedroom a more open, airy quality, Alana painted the walls a light, refreshing off-white. A mix of soft textiles in neutral tones of creamy ivory, sandy taupe, and cool pale blue cast a soothing, serene mood.

Wall color in Buff, frazeepaint.com. Bed and bench by Jiun Ho, thomaslavin.com. Side table, vivaterra.com.