Mick Jagger decorates his beautiful at-home studio with splashes of red, orange, and yellow. Though we tend to think of decorating with color in terms of painting or furniture, the rock star's neutral space shows that integrating brightness with a few carefully chosen accent pieces can be just as effective.
The Rolling Stone shared the studio inside his 18th-century French chateau via Instagram, and fans were immediately struck by the beauty of the design. 'I love that studio. It’s very homey,' replies one commenter. His space has dark wood floors and white walls with classic French wainscotting. A rust colored rug, red floral curtains, and a yellow desk lamp add pops of color throughout the room. Black and white artwork helps to tie everything together, keeping the space grounded.
His studio is a masterclass in decorating with red in innovative ways, taking the curtains as the base and running with it. Hoping to emulate his style? You're in luck. Here is a sneak peek inside Mick's home, an edit of products to recreate his look wherever you live, and expert comments on replicating his clever approach to color.
Recreate Mick's Look at Home
These block printed red curtains are gorgeous and similar to those in Mick Jagger's recording studio. They would look so beautiful in a white walled living room or bedroom.
Handsome and humble, this wood chair is a dining essential. It boasts Scandi Minimalism in a traditional package, similar to the wooden chair in Mick's recording studio.
If you're hoping to move beyond the curtains with your floral decor, this rust colored rug embodies rococo sophistication. Its stunning mix of cream and red look amazing in any room.
Mick Jagger uses a yellow desk lamp to bring light and warmth into his recording studio. This artfully shaped one is ideal for bringing a modern spin to the storied look.
Just because you don't live in an antique property doesn't mean you can't add period details to your home. These stunning panels make it easy to recreate the old-fashioned feel of this room.
Black and white artworks are the antidote to boring walls without introducing too much brightness. This stunning charcoal landscape is a great place to start.
To integrate bright tones into a neutral space like we see in Mick's home or the unexpected red theory, Flora Hogg, Craig & Rose Color Designer, advises starting small. She recommends: 'Consider starting with subtle touches, like red-woven textures, small mirror frames, or other accessories in small doses.'
Mick's studio features a variety of tones, from rust on the rug to deep red on the curtains; this is intentional. Flora recommends: 'Observe how specific shades of red evoke different emotions. For instance, a deep burgundy can convey a sense of classic elegance, while a glossy post-box red exudes energy and warmth. Consider placement and proportions.'
Finally, as we see in Mick's home, Flora advises dedicating thought to how the different tones in the space will work together. She recommends: 'Consider the layers and colours that complement red. I love pairing reds and pinks for a harmonious feel, where the warmth of red is tempered by the gentle allure of pinks. Then I’d opt for either a striking blue or a rich, deep green to give the space a contrast.'
Pops of color are a clever way to integrate more interest in a room if you aren't yet ready to commit to a bolder approach. When done right, they can look just as striking.
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