Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Warm Minimalist Living Room is a Masterclass in Decorating with Beige – So It Still Looks Fresh in 2027

Think beige is boring? Think again. Though homeowners are shifting their approach to decorating with neutrals, these calming shades aren't disappearing anytime soon – and Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's home is a study in making these colors feel elevated and current.

The couple's Beverly Hills living room nails a layered, textural, and luxurious approach to decorating with beige. Following their purchase of the modern property in 2020, John and Chrissy worked with designer Jake Arnold to make it feel soft and approachable, in line with their busy family life and slightly funky approach to design over the next three years.

'My challenge was to take this very contemporary, shiny new house and apply my philosophy to it—to make it inviting and livable, a version of what I do that speaks directly to their personalities,' explains Jake.

From the wood floors to the fringe lamp to the linen curtains to the boucle seating, the room is alive with texture in a way that feels completely in line with 2027 interior design trends, instead of a dated, 2010s approach to neutrals. It teaches the importance of interesting shapes and materials for bringing this color scheme to life.

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According to Google Trends, searches for 'warm minimalism' are up by 2,500% this autumn, indicating an increasing appetite for spaces that feel cocooning, yet calm. The key is adding back in the personality and warmth.

Bo Hellberg, CMO at Scandinavian design icon String Furniture, explains: 'This A/W, we’ll see the trend for warm minimalism extend across interiors. Calm, pared-back spaces will be grounded in warm tones, natural materials and layered textures, creating environments that feel serene yet soulful. People want their homes to feel just as lived-in and personal, which means texture is becoming increasingly important: layered rugs, cushions, tactile woods, woven textiles, patterned surfaces, and shelves decorated with personal items that bring depth and character.'

In Chrissy and John's space, the pink accent chair is also doing a lot to add to the charm and warmth of their living room. This accent color helps the beige base to feel more layered and interesting, drawing the eye to a single alluring focal point. To bring your beige scheme to life, consider adding in a similar unexpected pop.

Johanna Constantinou, trends expert at Tapi Carpets & Floor advises: 'The accent colour can be an unexpected pop of color that draws attention to key features like artwork or throw pillows. Accent colours can be bold or vibrant, offering an opportunity to experiment with trendy hues without overpowering the room.'

Decorating with beige is as interesting as you make it. With the right approach to texture and style, this warm minimalist approach can be just as eye-catching as a brightly colored room.

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