Echo the tones of natural grey stone. This grey brick feature wall is pulled perfectly into the room thanks to the soft furnishing fabrics that have been colour-matched to organic hues that run through the rock. Balance with a pale floor and add depth with black accents. 

Create a perfect night's sleep with the softest grey to calm a space. Layer up a dove grey bed in cloud coloured greys and whites, and use throws and pillows to add subtle texture and pattern for a cosy and serene finish you'll want to fall right into. 

Give a grey bathroom spa-worthy splendour with a delicate pattern and character. Set the colour scheme with metro tiles and highlight the brickwork effect with charcoal toned grout. A subtle statement floor will cocoon the room and make the space stimulating rather than sterile. 

Black and charcoal hues bring with them an alternative twist when decorating with grey. The bold colour choice is charismatic and dramatic teamed with softer grey highlights, which stand out against the striking dark backdrop. 

A small grey living room can shimmer and shine when introducing various tactile textiles. What a budget-friendly way to bring in texture; this compact sofa has it all with a display of silvery fringed and soft faux mohair cushions teamed with crushed velvet effect throws.

The great thing about grey is that it goes with anything, so you really can let loose when it comes to adding artwork. This gallery wall featuring a trio of watercolour oysters is soothing and subtle with warm wood frames but a colourful canvas print would look striking in the space too. 

Grey is classic in the kitchen and a cool tone will complement a modern galley look whilst maximising space. We love how this kitchen has colour matched cabinets, walls and dining chairs for modern monotone elegance. 

Balance bold colours such as navy and butterscotch by choosing grey as a contemporary neutral to mix in smart and rich tones. Funky geometric prints are the perfect pattern to build on the fun retro vibe. 

Add a variety of grey shades in the living room to create a laid-back look. Fill a grey backdrop with painted grey wood furniture, and cosy and tactile soft furnishings. Keep the room from going flat with an extra injection of warm russet accessories. 

There is no doubt that grey lends itself absolutely to bold schemes. A two-tone backdrop is a smart way to make a statement and can be enhanced with dark blue-grey bed linen. Wood furniture adds an injection of warmth to the monochrome scheme. 

This vintage-style bathroom has an amorous atmosphere with soft grey walls and an interesting paint technique over wooden floors. Complete the romance by dressing a grey roll-top bath with a fanciful and frilly pink shower curtain. 

An injection of black furniture will make a busy grey living room look super chic. Open storage will not impose while wire baskets will continue an industrial theme. Counteract the dark tones with pops of colour – these bright mustard armchairs add retro fun. 

As a new neutral, grey goes with just about everything and so creates an easy to live with backdrop for any look. Here, a chic sofa, grey curtains and grey rug add a modern monotone feel. Touches of colour in pastel shades keep the look light and airy.

Be inspired by nature to create a grey outdoor patio in your garden that is super chic. Start the natural extension to the garden by arranging a social space around a geometric outdoor rug then set out charcoal seating to create a beautiful and useful space. Frame the area with potted plants; against the grey the lush leaves will pop.

An all-grey colour scheme can sometimes leave your room looking dull but a change in tone and dimension can make all the difference. Grey painted wall panels instantly transform this small and boxy home office into a sophisticated and refined corner. Warm the space with a wooden worktop and office chair. 

It's not just paint and furniture that looks good in grey. Wallpaper makes an interesting twist and can add a subtle or striking pattern too. This soft grey trailing leaf print wallpaper creates a refined and elegant welcome in the hallway when teamed with a classic grey front door.

The Pantone Colour of the Year 2021 is a pair: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating. What a colour combo! The elephant grey and acid yellow are said to "highlight how different elements come together to support one another". And we certainly agree – against a grey backdrop, citrus accessories simply zing.

Gold accessories will give a traditional grey bedroom a touch of class. Go for a pale grey backdrop and frame the space with dark grey woodwork. Then, glamorise with a curvaceous 50s-style bed and bring in gold metal light fittings and framed art.

Give a calming grey bedroom extra character with some patterned blinds. This Orla Kiely Linear Stem print is smart and elegant with a retro twist. Extra detailing in the window treatment also means you can swap patterned bed linen for a plainer duvet, adding a touch of hotel chic.

It's often associated with contemporary schemes but grey can look great in more traditional country properties too. Matching wooden dressers like these look fresh and homely when painted in a cool grey, and they're the perfect backdrop for displaying pretty patterned tableware. Sandwiched between them for extra comfort is a delightfully squishy, grey window seat, while a blue Roman blind adds an extra dash of colour.

Add a tropical burst to your grey living room with palm prints and bright citrus shades. A large rug reminiscent of the Amazon jungle makes a bold starting statement here, but it's toned down with the simple grey sofa. The natural materials and hardy houseplants complete the exotic vibe.

Nothing finishes off a sleek grey scheme like a smart window and these custom-made white shutters add to the uncluttered feel of this room, while also adding the illusion of extra space. The muted geometric wallpaper and the subtle pops of yellow make the room even more crisp and contemporary.

Take a simple hallway to another level with a dark grey bench and industrial touches. For a bold result, choose practical metal pieces like this clock, coat hook and trendy pendant light. Grey stone flooring ties the minimalist vibe together and is super practical for this heavy-traffic area of the house. The addition of greenery will help make the entrance feel homely and vibrant. 

Light grey headboards have become a popular choice in the bedroom as they usually look sophisticated and inviting. The subtle colour pairs well with whitewashed walls, and doesn't draw too much attention from interesting prints above the bed. This room oozes timeless and understated elegance and is a simple look to recreate for renters as you can take the valuable furnishings with you.  

Grey is an easy-on-the-eye shade making it ideal for open-plan living rooms. It creates a smooth transition into other living areas, which can then be zoned off with subtle colour changes. Here a pale grey tongue-and-groove feature wall contrasts with the lighter tones elsewhere. Pastel accents also soften the living room and a white coffee table makes it look clean and fresh.

Smooth, sleek and grey, concrete makes a wonderful addition to a modern decorating scheme. This cool living room has been given a unique focal point using a bespoke concrete fire surround and shelving combination. The décor is warmed up with natural textures and soft carpeting. 

Black and white photos are practically made for grey decorating schemes and are a great way of adding a personal touch to your room without losing the contour of the scheme. And as the best galleries know, framed photos and paintings will pop out against a dark grey backdrop. Leave a clean white gap above a picture rail to stop the room feeling smaller and darker than it actually is. 

Team charcoal grey with a geometric pattern for a vintage look with a modern twist. White walls, mid-century furniture and a patterned rug offers a pared-back look that's effortlessly clean and uncluttered. The barely-there ash-coloured carpet and cool contemporary wood-burner prevents the minimal décor from looking too cold.

Dressing your bed up with coral bed linen is an easy way to incorporate Pantone's Colour of the Year into your space. Paired with a stormy grey backdrop the pink-tinted hue jumps off the bed and will brighten the look with grace. By keeping this bold colour for accessories, you can easily switch it out when the trend changes – whatever it may be, you can rest assured it will work with grey.

Need more colour ideas? These pink decorating ideas should inspire you!