Warm, Rich Interiors That Capture a Fall Design Mood

As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to explore how interiors can reflect their surroundings. These six designer-led projects capture a fall mood through rich textures, deep colors, and thoughtful layering. Each space shows how fall design features can evoke the warmth of autumn, creating environments that resonate with the season.

Good design doesn’t lean too heavily on seasonality. Instead, it’s about creating environments for comfortable, inspired living any time of year. That said, there’s something distinct about interiors that inadvertently embody the spirit of fall design—the warmth, the texture, and that cozy, inviting feel we all crave as the temperatures dip. 

As a nod to the change of seasons, we’re highlighting six projects from design studios that encapsulate a September mood. From Ashley Montgomery’s Glengrove project to Blair Moore’s Belgian Mid-Century retreat, these spaces demonstrate how thoughtful layering, rich tones, and plush textures can evoke the feeling of autumn—all without a pumpkin in sight.

Project Glengrove

Designer: Ashley Montgomery Design

Notable Features: Pattern Play, Calacatta Monet Marble, Twist on Tradition

One could argue that Ashley Montgomery’s entire portfolio is a gorgeous love letter to the hues, textures, and warmth of autumn. But her studio’s Glengrove project is perhaps the strongest example of this concept. The space is grounded in rich, earthy tones and accentuated with features like the kitchen’s Calacatta Monet marble, which adds a layer of luxury. Ashley called this project “dramatic in all the right places,” and we couldn’t agree more. 

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Plaid curtain window treatments for fall design
Plaid roman shade in the kitchen with fall design vibes
Red kitchen island with marble backsplash

Photography by Lauren Miller


Project Belgian Mid Century

Designer: Moore House Design

Notable Features: Natural Materials, Muted Palette, Modern European Style

For a New England home that feels steeped in history, you’d never guess it was built in the 1980s. But that’s the effect Moore House Design tends to have—adding layer upon layer of character to any project they touch. In this instance, they channeled the feeling of fall with a pared-back color palette of muted browns and deep plums, evoking the natural hues of the season. By embracing simplicity in materials like natural wood and stone, and focusing on clean lines, this Belgian Mid-Century home exudes a quiet elegance that feels both timeless and undeniably autumnal.

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Minimal modern fall design by Moore House Design
Warm brown wall paint inspired by fall design
Warm brown wall paint inspired by fall design

Photography by Erin Little


Project A Bit Brit

Designer: Lisa Staton

Notable Features: Warm Textures, Color-Drenching, Modern English Country

Tasked with reworking an entire main level floor plan, Lisa Staton and her team took incredible care embarking on this 1920s Colonial renovation. Stylistically, they drew inspiration from English country homes, hence the project name “A Bit Brit.” What makes this home feel particularly appropriate for fall is its secondary spaces, like the dining room. Color-drenched in Farrow and Ball’s Hague Blue, the room sets the tones for cozy, intimate gatherings all season long.

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Farrow & Ball Hauge Blue paint color in the dining room
Cozy fall design inspiration for home

Photography by Michael Clifford


Project Fox Island

Designer: Heidi Caillier

Notable Features: Rich Jewel Tones, Plaid Textiles, Hints of Drama

The Heidi Caillier aesthetic is synonymous with layers of pattern drenching and warmth. As is the case with her Fox Island project, this home effortlessly mixes plaids with florals and jewel tones with earthy neutrals. The result is a cozy, inviting space that feels like a warm hug. Vintage furnishings, rich textiles, and original artwork add to the lived-in charm, making it the kind of place where you want to curl up and stay awhile.

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Black kitchen cabinets with brass hardware for a rich drama
Plaid headboard for fall design inspiration
Purple wall paint in the bathroom for fall design inspiration

Photography by Haris Kenjar


Project West End

Designer: Heidi Lachapelle

Notable Features: Plum Cabinetry, Glazed Tile Backsplash, Mixed Metals

A Heidi Lachapelle home is all about balance. Think modern but warm, luxe yet understated. In the studio’s recently revealed West End project, those design principles are put into practice with a kitchen renovation that commands attention with a quiet confidence. Its fall design features revolve around a fearless use of color, like the deep, drama-inducing plum cabinetry. Paired with stone countertops and floral roman shades, the space exudes a stunning richness that instantly feels like home.

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Plum kitchen cabinetry in a fall design inspired home
Purple kitchen cabinetry in a fall design inspired home
Purple kitchen cabinetry in a fall design inspired home

Photography by Ari Kellerman


Project Sun Valley Ski House

Designer: Yond Interiors

Notable Features: Warm Wood Tones, Rich Textures, Nature-Driven Palette

Nearly any project with Yond Interiors at the helm could earn a spot on this list. The studio excels at creating environments with a cocoon-like feeling, and The Sun Valley Ski House is a prime example of that signature warmth. Rich, earthy tones play alongside plush textiles while layered patterns add depth and comfort. The design seamlessly integrates natural elements and feels both grounded and indulgent—ideal for cozy nights by the fire.

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Brown mudroom cabinetry with locker style nooks
Brown wall paint in a fall design inspired bedroom

Photography by Malissa Mabey

BY: ANASTASIA CASEY

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