Tis the season —temperatures are cooling, and fashion and furnishings alike are layering up in preparation for the cozy days of autumn.
Fall is a favorite time for so many, thanks to the rich textures, luxurious materials and enduring comfort that define the season’s styles, food and—of course—home decor. We’re here to celebrate the warmth of fall traditions, from nostalgic fried treats (page 34) to creating a welcoming dinner table when hosting for holiday gatherings (page 36).
When it comes to interior design, the following pages contain a heap of ideas for introducing warmth and comfort into your home’s design. In “Full Grain” (page 46), wood tones turn up the the heat through rich contrast and visual interest. In “Japandi Elevated,” (page 74), the serene coziness of both Japanese and Scandinavian design meet in an idyllic mountain retreat. And in “Alpine Modern” (page 68), the soft glow of chandeliers, a brawny stone mantel and refreshed wood flooring deliver new life into a Park City home.
Across this issue’s collection of House Tours, warmth takes many forms.
In Moab, design firm Demesne embraces the unique beauty of Southern Utah’s landscape, using intuitive architecture and a rich color palette to ground a modern home to its setting (page 82). In St. George, House West Design and Strata Homes (page 112) defy the typical low-slung, desert style in favor of a welcoming traditional estate, full of design surprises that invite guests to make themselves at home. Inviting energy also infuses an Ogden home where every art piece tells a heartwarming story (page 102). And in Spring City, the ultimate cozy cottage escape is refreshed by a passionate homeowner-designer duo (page 92).
We hope you’ll find an inspiring space to curl up in within these pages. So, pull up a chair, pour yourself a steaming cup and enjoy immersing yourself in the warmth of the season. Happy fall!
