Back in the early 2000s, gray color schemes were absolutely everywhere. You could barely move without encountering a dark charcoal wall or the occasional pale, misty hue. Moving into 2026, decorating with gray has somehow earned a bad reputation, with some designers even branding it the 'worst color trend' of modern times. Yet, of all the neutral choices, gray possesses a unique ability to instantly ground a space with gravity and elegance.
It is a design philosophy that actress Jennifer Aniston and interior designer Stephen Shadley firmly abide by – and they execute it flawlessly.
