{"id":586233,"date":"2026-08-16T07:34:22","date_gmt":"2026-08-16T07:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/586233\/"},"modified":"2026-08-16T07:34:22","modified_gmt":"2026-08-16T07:34:22","slug":"2-designers-explain-how-to-get-the-quiet-luxury-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/586233\/","title":{"rendered":"2 Designers Explain How to Get the “Quiet Luxury” Look"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u201cQuiet luxury\u201d is one of the most popular design trends of the last few years \u2014 and it\u2019s arguably also one of the most difficult to replicate. That\u2019s because it\u2019s an elevated, expensive-looking aesthetic that emphasizes timeless, high-quality pieces, which typically aren\u2019t cheap (think: soft neutral colors<\/a>, natural materials, sculptural silhouettes, and the kind of effortless elegance<\/a> that feels both timeless and lived-in). It\u2019s a subtle, \u201cif you know, you know\u201d kind of luxury.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The appeal of this aesthetic is easy to understand. A calm, tonal atmosphere makes your home feel relaxing and polished. But the line between sophisticated and sterile can be surprisingly thin. So I spoke to the experts to find out exactly what to do \u2014 and more importantly, what not to do \u2014 to get the quiet luxury look, and their answer was shockingly simple. According to designers, the most common mistake keeping people from achieving the look is thinking that large is synonymous with luxurious.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Mistake Large for Luxe<\/p>\n

You know the phrase, \u201cgo big or go home\u201d? Well, when you\u2019re going for the quiet luxury look, forget it. Bigger doesn\u2019t always mean better. Designers say that the most common mistake people make in trying to make their home feel luxurious is buying too large or ridiculously oversized furniture<\/a>. \u201cPeople often think that more is more, or that larger or more expensive [pieces] are the way to go,\u201d says Noel Gatts<\/a>, a designer and HGTV personality. But those oversized, expensive pieces are often too \u201cloud,\u201d says Gatts, and can be out of proportion for the average home. These items certainly can make a statement, but statement-making isn\u2019t the goal when it comes to quiet luxury.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Instead, the secret to the quiet luxury look lies in the \u201cquiet\u201d part \u2014 smaller, personal details that can make a space feel like you. \u201cLuxury isn\u2019t about owning a big Italian sofa or huge marble dining table,\u201d says Massimo Buster Minale, an architect and founder of bespoke hardware brand Buster + Punch<\/a>. \u201cIt\u2019s about making thoughtful choices that reflect your style and personality.\u201d But what does that really look like?\u00a0<\/p>\n

Intentional Layering Creates a Warm, Welcoming Space<\/p>\n

As Gatts explains it: \u201cLuxury is in the intention rather than the exhibition.\u201d Or, in other words, an intentional, considered, well-curated space will always feel more elegant than one simply filled with large, expensive items. Neutral spaces can sometimes fall flat, but a truly luxurious home should feel warm and inviting. And to get that intentionally welcoming vibe, designers say layering is key. \u201cTexture and materiality are where warmth begins,\u201d Minale explains.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Gatts crafts a layered home by first creating an inviting foundation. \u201cA great place to start is [with your] walls, ceilings, and windows,\u201d the designer says. A textured wallpaper, new patterned curtains, or a rich new paint color will help set the tone of the space. Then, once you\u2019ve created a strong base, you can start to add in those personal touches with furniture, decor, and other small, thoughtful details.\u00a0<\/p>\n

A Few Personal Touches Are the Key to a Truly Luxurious Look<\/p>\n

Elevated details are Minale\u2019s bread and butter at Buster + Punch<\/a>, where he creates gorgeous light switches, hardware, and other unique home fittings. Small upgrades like swapping out your cabinet pulls or switch plates is a great way to add personality and make your space feel unique without creating additional visual noise or clutter. By customizing those smaller, often overlooked features, you\u2019re adding a touch of romance to a space \u2014 \u201cmaking those everyday interactions become almost poetic,\u201d Minale says, of things like turning on lights or opening cabinets. Think of these little details as the final \u201clayer,\u201d the finishing touch. Without that final layer of life or ornament, your space might still fall flat.<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re looking to make your space feel more luxurious, remember: Less is more. The quiet luxury look isn\u2019t just about buying the largest, loudest, most expensive pieces, but rather, it\u2019s about crafting a cozy and curated space. So keep the color palette neutral, but ground the room in layered textures, then finish it off with a few well-placed details and personal touches. The result is a home that feels sophisticated \u2014 but still unmistakably yours.<\/p>\n