Rebecca Deczynski
Contributing Writer · Havenly
Rebecca Deczynski is a writer, editor, and content strategist based in Brooklyn, New York. She is a Senior Editor at Inc., where she oversees coverage of marketing, retail, social media, and e-commerce. Her home and design writing has appeared in Domino, Refinery29, InStyle, Nylon, Real Simple, Good Housekeeping, and People. For Havenly, Rebecca writes designer-led buying guides like the definitive roundup of dark gray paint colors—the kind of piece that starts with a saved Pinterest search and ends with a shortlist you can actually act on.
Articles by Rebecca Deczynski
Buying Guide
17 Dark Gray Paint Colors Designers Use When Black Feels Like Too Much
When homeowners reach for a dramatic wall color, dark gray isn’t the most common answer. Black is more decisive—but it can also flatten a room, turning everything into a silhouette. Designers know that dark gray does the same emotional work as black, but without the heaviness. The light bounces. The corners stay defined. The architecture stays visible. The trick to picking the right dark gray paint color is the undertone. A taupe-leaning gray reads warm and earthy. A blue-leaning gray reads cool and modern. A green-leaning gray reads historic and slightly mysterious. Get the undertone wrong and the room feels flat or off; get it right and you've added depth and dimension. Here are the seventeen dark gray paint colors our designers come back to most. Painting a room and want a second set of eyes? Take the Havenly style quiz and get matched with a designer who can pull the whole palette together.
Style Guide
30 Bedroom Wall Decor Ideas Straight From the Minds of Interior Designers
Explore 30 bedroom wall decor ideas from Havenly designers. Learn styling tips for mirrors, art, wallpaper & more.
Style Guide
The #1 Porch & Patio Trend This Year Is So Design-Forward
Outdoor living rooms are the #1 patio trend for 2025. Get design inspiration and tips for creating a stylish outdoor oasis.
How-To
15 Designer-Approved Tips for Styling a Living Room Dining Room Combo Space
Learn 15 designer-approved tips for styling a living room dining room combo with color, furniture, and layout strategies.
Buying Guide
The 24 Best Area Rugs Create the Perfect Chic Foundation For Your Home
Discover the best area rugs to elevate your home. Expert picks for every style, from modern to maximalist designs.
Style Guide
Organic Modern Bedrooms Are Trendy Yet Timeless — Check Out 16 Designer Ideas
Explore 16 organic modern bedroom ideas from Havenly designers. Learn how to blend minimalism with warmth using neutral palettes and natural textures.