Gray. According to Merriam-Webster, it is a color that is “lacking cheer or brightness in mood, outlook, style, or flavor.” In my opinion, they couldn’t be more wrong.  I think Gray immediately elevates a home. It adds an ambience of sophistication, an element of a serenity, and an overall polish to any room.

Here are some swoon worthy gray rooms that will leave you lusting for all fifty shades.

 

Gray and Gold. This kitchen is so approachable, but it has so much high-class thanks to this color combination. Via House Beautiful 

A soft palette of grays and white in this lovely bedroom retreat. Via Home Bunch

I just adore this sultry and elegant dining room. A perfect place for a candle light dinner.

Great texture and pattern pop thanks to the soft gray walls. Via AD

An amazing gray kitchen that is every bit relaxed, functional and chic. Via Domaine Home

A favorite patio with gray shutters and potted boxwood. Stunning in design and application.

Monique Lhuillier’s stunning home office in all sorts of shades of gray. Via Elle Decor

Gray painted wood staircase. A perfect and delightful contrast. Via Lonny

Gray sets off this dining room that has so many elements I love. From the black and white floors, to the blue and white porcelain, to the gorgeous green chairs.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s ultra chic and timeless LA home by Windsor Smith. This house is a timeless display of gray at it’s finest.

Gray and white striped bathroom that is superb in it’s detail and design. Via Elle Decor

Gray shelving makes the perfect punch of neutral in this Manhattan home of Simon Doonan. Via AD

An ideal San Fran home by Susan Greenleaf. This kitchen is just beyond all expectations. Via Lonny

Quite the drama filled room with layers of gray texture. The walls are just everything. Via The Visual Vamp

A traditional application of gray molding in this historic home.

How can I not include this phenomenal gray and white striped bathroom?! Divine Via Elle Decor