Gone are the days when grey was nothing more than a neutral that faded into the background. Today’s grey is a key player in showcasing top trends such as metallic decor, warm wooden tones and houseplants. A new wave of beautifully photographed interiors celebrates grey in all of its glory. Not to mention, top brands are consistently using grey as a backdrop for product photography, as it adds richness and depth while bringing out the subtleties of the decor at hand. Let’s take a look at grey in action as we learn a few tips for designing rooms with grey walls…Grey Meets MetallicsThe silvery undertones of grey make it a natural fit for combining with metallics. Silver, brass, copper, rose gold and other metallic finishes pop against a backdrop of grey walls. In fact, there’s something luxe and saturated about the look that you just can’t achieve with white walls. Try a dramatic metallic pendant light or chandelier in your grey-walled room. Both warm greys and cool greys work wonders in the realm of wall paint.RELATED: Chic Design Ideas for a Grey KitchenBrass chandelier by Restoration HardwareIcy light grey can be equally alluring, especially when offsetting statement pieces (such as shelving and furniture) in darker shades:Metallic accents against a light grey wall via CB2Copper and brass both shine against grey walls. Don’t hesitate to layer shades of grey in your room of choice. For example, when grey walls meet grey draperies, a sophi...