Kylie Jenner cleverly uses gray textures to ensure her monochromatic living room is dynamic (and never flat) – it's a masterclass in layering creatively

The dramatic family room uses a debated neutral intelligently – it's a masterclass in color drenching without feeling outdated or overwhelming

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If one thing's for certain, it's that the Kardashian-Jenner clan are ambassadors of pared-back color palettes. Neutral schemes are this family's strong suit, be it Kim's line of Skims clothing or Kylie's nude lip kits, and the same applies to their interior design preferences, too.

Kylie's family room is the perfect embodiment of the family's chic design style. The tonal space is drenched in shades of gray, but since this family is always ahead of the curve with trends, don't expect outdated 'Millennial Gray' interiors in this figure's home. Instead, this monochromatic room features a clever use of texture for a dynamic feel.

Designed by the renowned designer-to-the-stars Martyn Lawrence Bullard, the space proves how much some simple layering can impact a living space. If you're decorating with gray but want to avoid a 'flat,' two-dimensional feel, we asked designers what lessons we can learn from Kylie's space.

With its huge book-matched stone fireplace and Ralph Pucci swing chaise, Kylie's family room is as luxe as you'd expect. The all-gray room feels seriously celeb-coded, verging more on silver and platinum than just gray alone, complete with custom-designed mirrored consoles from design Martyn Bullard's atelier.

Despite the reliance on one tone, however, this monochromatic color scheme succeeds in bringing depth, dimension, and visual interest to the space. The secret? A clever use of textural layering to add subtle variation throughout.

'Kylie Jenner’s gray living space is a perfect example of how texture can simply, yet creatively, transform a monochromatic palette from flat to dynamic,' explains interior designer Elana Mendelson. 'The stone fireplace, with its polished surface and organic movement, becomes an attractive and undeniable focal point, adding depth and warmth to an otherwise cool-toned room.'

Next comes the soft textiles. From the plush area rug to the fur throw pillow, these elements help to visually soften the space while adding a layer of comfort. 'They prove that even within a singular color scheme, variation in material and finish is key,' says Elana.

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It's not just the textural details alone that make this space so much more alluring, however. It's the clever use of tonal decorating, a feature that helps the space to avoid the dreaded 'Millennial Gray' stereotype thanks to the many nuanced shades that complement each other.

'A key factor to decorating with gray that Kylie has also done well is to ensure all undertones are correctly matched,' explains interior designer and paint expert Tila Lee. 'You cannot mix a green and a blue undertone, for example, as one will read cool and one warm. All grays in this space have a similar undertone, and Kylie has layered different shades with the same undertone to play off the visual interest created in the fireplace without appearing too busy.'

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Finally, for an added hint of glam and sophistication, there are metallic finishes, too. Tila notes that the choice of silver is the best choice to complement Kylie's neutral, cool-toned palette. 'Gold could also be used if the undertones are warm overall and warm accent colors are chosen,' she says. The secret is all in the layers and being brave in how you style them – take it from Kylie Jenner.

Lilith Hudson
Contributing Writer

Lilith is a freelance homes and interiors writer. As well as contributing to Homes & Gardens she's written for various other titles including House Beautiful and Livingetc, and generalist papers such as Metro and Evening Standard.

Prior to going freelance, Lilith was the News and Trends Editor at Livingetc. It was a role that helped her develop a keen eye for spotting all the latest micro-trends, interior hacks, and viral decor must-haves you need in your home. With a constant ear to the ground on the design scene, she's ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest color sweeping interiors or the hot new style to decorate our homes.

Following her BA in English and Philosophy, Lilith moved to London to study an MA in Magazine Journalism at City, University of London. She currently lives in a small cottage in Derbyshire, England, that she's slowly renovating.

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