When I saw the HGTV star Joanna Gaines' Lake House entrance path, I was immediately fascinated how effortlessly the 70s-inspired warmth mixed with a modern, liveable feeling. The modern entrance from the middle of the century has a cozy, inviting energy that outslets its eye on every carefully considered detail without ever being exaggerated.
The warm color scheme is what really strikes: rich, earthy tones that feel grounded and inviting. Deep wood accents from the structured staircase up to the rich front door giving the entrance of timeless quality. A patterned runner in red, burned orange and subdued gold gives an autumn note that brings the room to life.
A colored color palette with autumn inspires every room and depth and is based on rich tones such as terracotta, rust, ocher and golden yellow. These shades reflect the changing leaves and seasonal landscapes and create a cozy, inviting atmosphere. In combination with deeper colors such as mustard yellow, copper and burned sienna, add dimension while keeping a relaxed, grounded feeling. Perfect for interiors that are looking for both nostalgia and timeless comfort, this palette easily compensates for liveliness with serenity.
'Browns and honey colors take their lawful space in our interiors. Honey, caramel and chocolate bring warmth and comfort to our houses and create cozy wrapping rooms, ”says Little Greenes Ruth Mottershead. It is a color trend that we expect to continue by 2026 and beyond.
When it comes to selecting the right space color ideas, Joanna never stalls. In fact, I would argue that it is the perfect way to start a moodboard if you are ever inspired.
(Photo credit: with the kind permission of Magnolia Network)
Natural stone floor adds texture and a feeling of solidity, while a wooden bench with soft, earthy padding creates a focus that feels both practical and stylish. Small touches, such as a stack of books and a cactus in the corner, add personality and charm and give the space that Joanna effortlessly curated feeling, so well known – and loved – for.
The entrance indicates the sound for the entire house: warm, inviting and thoughtful with retro charm and modern functionality. Even from a single glance, it is easy to estimate how Joanna nostalgia balances with liveability and creates spaces that feel both stylishly and accessible.
It is the kind of design that you pause, admire and imagine how you could bring a little of the same warmth and texture into your own home.
Buy the look
Bring a touch of Joanna Gaines' style with my hand -picked favorites from your collections at Walmart, Target and Magnolia.
Jacquiline Crackle Ceramic Vase
This vase is made entirely of stoneware and crowned with a strong knee. It gives each room a rich autumn note. Perfect for seasonal flowers and stems, it serves as a striking heart or a design accent.
Magnolia Home from Joanna Gaines X Loloi Sinclair Rost / Lagune carpet
Joanna Gaines X Loloi carpets are bestsellers for good reason. They are machine washable, affordable and timeless. I have one in almost every room in my house and I can't imagine shopping for carpets somewhere else. A carpet is really one of the most defining elements in one room – it can completely produce or break the room.
36 “Rusty Quince Blatt of Artificial autumn stem – Hearth & Hand ™ with Magnolia
Bring warmth and autumn charm into every room with this lifelike stem. It is made of durable polyester and has several rusty quince leaves in a single branch, which creates a rich, seasonal color palette. Perfect for Premium arrangements or as part of a high vase heartpiece is a striking focus.