{"id":229897,"date":"2026-05-13T13:05:13","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T13:05:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/229897\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T13:05:13","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T13:05:13","slug":"how-a-dreamy-provencal-color-palette-turned-this-brooklyn-apartment-into-a-french-escape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/229897\/","title":{"rendered":"How a Dreamy Proven\u00e7al Color Palette Turned This Brooklyn Apartment into a French Escape"},"content":{"rendered":"

As @hummusbirrd,<\/a> Brigette Muller displays a self-described \u201cFrench romantic\u201d style that has captivated many of our followers. \u201cAs a kid, I was always up at night when I was supposed to be sleeping\u2014just rearranging my room,\u201d Muller says. See how she chronicles the transformation of her 560-square-foot, 1928 railroad-style apartment in Brooklyn<\/a> into an elegant retreat using a Proven\u00e7al palette. C\u2019est magnifique!<\/p>\n

Q: What inspired your home\u2019s palette?<\/p>\n

Maybe because I\u2019m a redhead and my hair clashes with bright colors, I\u2019m drawn to neutrals. I feel like I fit into that world. I love a muted blue, a muted green<\/a>. They\u2019re classically old-world French colors<\/a> as well\u2014I must have been French in a past life. And I incorporate brass and gold accents<\/a> because I love romance, charm, and a certain kind of calmness.<\/p>\n

Credit: Brigette Muller<\/p>\n

Credit: Brigette Muller \/ Interior Design: Brigette Muller<\/p>\n

Q: How can you use color in an open floor plan?<\/p>\n

I like having a through line but also differentiating the spaces. For example, the archway in my living room is currently painted the same shade (Farrow & Ball Light Blue) as the trim in my bed nook and the walls and ceiling in my dressing room. But otherwise, the living room is white<\/a>, the bed nook has wallpaper<\/a>, and the dressing room is color-drenched<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Q: Do you have any tips for acing neutrals?<\/p>\n

Balance is key. I try to pair light muted neutrals<\/a> with something grounding. I incorporate some element of bronze or black into every space because you need an anchor.<\/p>\n

Q: How can readers achieve a similar style?<\/p>\n

Think about softness, especially in textiles. I call myself the \u201ccurtain queen\u201d because I have so many curtains: not just on windows, but also separating the bed nook and other areas. And both my living room couch and chair are draped with linen fabric.<\/p>\n

Q: What are some easy ways to add color to a room?<\/p>\n

First is paint. It doesn’t even need to be the walls\u2014just painting the trim<\/a> or a door can make such a difference really quickly. Another is through textiles, such as curtains, blankets, rugs, and pillows. One of my favorites is flowers. It\u2019s so quick\u2014just go out and buy some beautiful flowers to breathe life into a space.<\/p>\n

Brigette’s Favorite Paint Colors<\/p>\n

Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore<\/a>: It’s on my cabinets, and it’s my number one most-asked-about color because it’s the perfect taupe<\/a>. I also have it on some trim and on my kitchen doorway. It’s perfectly balanced. It’s not too green. It’s not too red. It definitely looks different depending on the room’s lighting, but it’s always beautiful. If you’re scared of color, start here.<\/p>\n

Light Blue by Farrow & Ball<\/a> is another favorite. And that’s drenched in my dressing room. It’s just perfect to me; it makes me feel so calm.<\/p>\n

Read the original article on Better Homes & Gardens<\/a><\/p>\n