Designers on Color, Personality & the End of Safe Interiors

Why do so many homes suddenly feel the same? At Design LA, House Beautiful's Editorial Director Jo Saltz sits down with designer Oliver Furth, brand consultant Sean Yashar, and Farrow & Ball’s Patrick O’Donnell for a conversation about color, optimism, authenticity, and the growing backlash against “safe” interiors. From the rise of beige and “Gen Z brown” to the emotional psychology of color, the panel explores why the best homes feel personal, lived-in, and reflective of the people inside them, not the algorithm. Topics include: • The “beige epidemic” in interior design • Why designers think people are afraid of color • How social media is shaping our homes • The difference between joy and optimism • Why beautiful rooms can still feel empty • How to create a home that actually feels like you • Why paint is the easiest gateway to experimenting with color • The future of color trends in interiors Featuring: Jo Saltz, Editorial Director, House Beautiful Oliver Furth, Oliver Furth Design & Decoration Sean Yashar, Founder, The Culture Creative Patrick O’Donnell, Brand Ambassador, Farrow & Ball