Settling on a room color idea can often be a lengthy process, with many important factors to consider, from lighting conditions and color theory to decorating tastes and architectural styles. It is a minefield of choices, endless color swatches, and fabric samples. With this in mind, I turned to HGTV's Joanna Gaines 's recent Lake House renovation to find a foolproof room color idea and palette perfect for fall and winter – that can even work all year round.

The Fixer Upper favorite has a tried-and-tested color palette that just always seems to work. The designer and TV host tends to pull from nature's seasonal palette to draw inspiration for her home ideas , and it is a foolproof color scheme that never fails to deliver. More importantly, I am impressed by the longevity and timelessness of each color.

We don't trust every interior design trend at H&G , we are always more interested in curating a house that feels like a home. 1. Sage green Richly-veined marble beautifully graces the kitchen backsplash, counter, and the top of an avocado green metal island Color theory in its entirety can be complicated but there are a few basic principles to help steer you in the right direction, explains Patrick O’Donnell, brand ambassador for Farrow & Ball .

‘Green is a joy to use and a perennial color trend : the primary color of nature. It is the perfect color to deliver calm and serenity and therefore has the flexibility to be applied in every room in the home but is especially gre.