Quiet Workday: Space to settle into the day.

What makes it work

Quiet Workday keeps almost everything pale and lets one blue object do the talking. Pale oak and limestone-toned walls reflect daylight, so the room feels calm from morning onward, while a single cobalt chair gives the eye a place to rest and gives the space a clear focal point.

How to recreate it

Start with a light floor such as light ash, choose warm white walls and add one blue accent piece. Keep other furniture simple, and use natural textures rather than more color. If your room is small, read how to plan a palette for a small room.