A black, white, and wood color palette stuns in Kristen Bell's entryway – it 'balances timeless appeal with modern comfort'

A glimpse into Kristen Bell's foyer shows a warm neutral color combination that will never go out of style – the natural tones and black accents are gorgeous

Kristen Bell
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Bright colors are all fine and good, but there is something timelessly alluring about a warm neutral scheme. Tones like beige, cream, and brown feel inherently inviting and luxurious, drawing us in year after year.

For proof, look no further than Kristen Bell's entryway. We spotted the space in the background of an Instagram post with her adorable puppy, and it's a stunner. The actor's home features cream walls paired with natural wood flooring. Accents like a black dining table and a black frame bring in just the right amount of contrast.

Design expert Magdalena Gierasinska explains: 'This autumn, as vibrant color palettes take center stage, there’s also rising demand for neutral room ideas that create comfort through texture, natural materials, and thoughtful layering. This approach blends rich woods, soft fabrics, and sculptural furniture to craft spaces that feel grounded, elegant, and effortlessly inviting.'

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Luckily, Kristen's quiet luxury entryway style is easy to recreate in any home.

Magdalena advises: 'To achieve this look, start with wooden furniture pieces that bring warmth and character. Layer in neutral textiles like linen to add softness and depth without competing with color. Incorporate statement armchairs with organic shapes to add visual interest, and choose accessories in earthy tones and shades of green, to evoke the natural world and bring a sense of calm to the space.'

Though the look might not have the same spike in searches as something like butter yellow, it makes up for it in timeless appeal. Rather than a passing fad, this color trend is here to stay.

Magdalena explains: 'Mixing different materials helps create a curated, lived-in feel that balances timeless appeal with modern comfort. This style is perfect for those seeking a sanctuary-like space that’s as welcoming as it is stylish, providing a calm counterpoint to the season’s bolder trends.'


If you're seeking an instant feeling of calm when you walk through the front door, Kristen Bell's cream, natural wood, and black color scheme is a great option. It doesn't get much better than that.

Sophie Edwards
News Editor

Sophie is a writer and News Editor on the Celebrity Style team at Homes & Gardens. She is fascinated by the intersection of design and popular culture and is particularly passionate about researching trends and interior history. She is an avid pop culture fan and has interviewed Martha Stewart and Hillary Duff.

In her free time, Sophie freelances on design news for Westport Magazine and Livingetc. She also has a newsletter, My Friend's Art, in which she covers music, culture, and fine art through a personal lens. Her fiction has appeared in Love & Squalor and The Isis Magazine.

Before joining Future, Sophie worked in editorial at Fig Linens and Home, a boutique luxury linens brand. She has an MSc from Oxford University and a BA in Creative Writing and Sociology from Sarah Lawrence College.

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