It's time to unbeige yourself people. Stray from the monochromatic palette and introduce some color. I know that not two people are the same, and everyone has an individuality that can't be compared. So why then does everyone's home look the identical?
My first tip is to pick the paint color last. I usually start from the ground up, which means flooring, built-ins, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Each of these elements should contrast in some way, whether it be texture or tone(unless you want a monochromatic scheme). Think about the paint colors and accessories at the same time. Do you want your accessories to pop? or the paint?
This image shows a good example of contrast in a residential setting. The wood flooring contrasts the wood furniture, and the color on the wall makes the accessories (especially the blue ones!) really pop.
Second word of advice: it's your home, your own space, your creative expression. It makes sense to go neutral for everything because "I don't want to get sick of it in a year." But won't you get sick of having everything neutral too? Don't have creative expression? Well, there are plenty of people out there, myself including, that would love to offer his or her guidance.
Next tip: keep your eyes open. Look through furniture catalogs and take note of the interesting palettes. If you see something you like, rip it out. Also, take a closer look at your closet. If you see one color majortively throughout your wardrobe, the chances are that you'd be comfortable with that color elsewhere in your home.
