I'm an interior designer. Here are 8 items from West Elm I'd put in my own home right now.

As an interior designer, I think there are lots of items worth buying for fall at West Elm. Carmen Javier As an interior designer, the fall season always has me excited to refresh my own home.Fall is a time when I naturally crave feeling more grounded and comfortable at home, gravitating toward deeper colors, cozy textures, and warm lighting. It's also the season of gathering, so it's a great time to add a few special pieces to my hosting collection.I recently went to West Elm — one of my go-to stores to shop for home accents for myself and my clients — to see if anything caught my eye.Here are eight pieces from West Elm I'd add to my home right now. The Marble Kitchen collection is both stylish and functional. The Marble Kitchen collection includes items like a mortar and pestle, a paper-towel holder, and a utensil holder. Carmen Javier I am a strong believer in elevating everyday objects, particularly in the kitchen.West Elm's Marble Kitchen collection is crafted from rich "brown-forest marble," meaning each piece has one-of-a-kind veining.The collection consists of functional items like a mortar and pestle, a paper-towel holder, and a utensil holder — pieces that can be kept on countertops to add beauty, texture, and elegance to your everyday life. West Elm's throw-pillow covers are a great way to introduce new patterns and textures. West Elm has a great selection of throw-pillow covers. Carmen Javier One of the easiest ways to create a grounded, cozy feeling in any home is by layering textiles in deeper tones and richer fabrics. That's why I love West Elm's selection of throw-pillow covers.For example, the chenille jacquard treescape pillow cover has the most beautiful nature-inspired pattern that feels perfectly suited to the season. The corded bias velvet one adds subtle texture and dimension from the channeled pattern in a variety of fall colors. I love the brand's Rhea pendant lights. The Rhea pendant lights come in different shapes and sizes. Carmen Javier Upgrading your lighting is a great way to add warmth and ambiance to a room for fall. After all, this is the time of year when we naturally rely more on indoor light fixtures as natural light becomes scarce.West Elm's Rhea pendant lights feel effortless yet striking. I love how the larger scale makes a statement, but the linen material keeps it feeling delicate.The collection consists of three different sizes and shapes. Although each pendant is beautiful on its own, I especially love the idea of pairing all three together to give the feeling of an art installation. The Nadia wood tray looks like a great way to keep things organized in a stylish way. I like the carved-wood detailing on the Nadia wood tray. Carmen Javier I love a piece that's both practical and stylish, and the Nadia carved-wood tray is just that.I'm also a minimalist at heart, so I appreciate the clean lines mixed with the carved-wood detailing. It's simple, but feels special. This cozy duvet cover is perfect for fall. I love the Piece & Ward brown-striped duvet cover. Carmen Javier During my trip to the store, I instantly fell in love with the Piece & Ward striped duvet cover.The brown stripes are a classic pattern, and the cotton-and-linen blend gives a cozy, lived-in feel for fall. Ottomans are my secret weapon for hosting. Ottomans can serve as extra seating for guests. Carmen Javier I truly believe every home needs at least one ottoman, which can do double duty as a footstool and extra seating for guests.I was drawn to the Thalia ottoman for its curved, sculptural silhouette and round wood legs. I think the Pierce & Ward two-tone wood console is worth the investment. The Pierce & Ward two-tone wood console can also work as a dresser, dining cabinet, or media unit. Carmen Javier In my opinion, the Pierce & Ward two-tone wood console looks and feels like an heirloom piece.It combines solid materials and a timeless silhouette, but the inset panels add a cool, unexpected texture change.When investing in quality pieces like this, I like to ensure they have enough versatility to use for years to come. In this case, it can function as a bedroom dresser, an entry console, a dining cabinet, or even a media unit. The Lumini performance wool rug feels like a cozy sweater. I love the light-toned Lumini rug. Carmen Javier When it comes to rugs, I tend to prefer lighter tones. However, light colors can still feel warm and cozy.The ribbed texture of the Lumini performance wool rug reminds me of my favorite wool sweater. Still, it's durable and easy to clean. I also like that it comes in a variety of sizes and colors. Read next Carmen Javier is the founder of Carmen Javier Co, a boutique interior design studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Known for her minimal, curated-cool aesthetic, her portfolio of work has been published internationally. Through her presence on social media, Carmen has carved herself a niche in the design scene by sharing her honest, refreshing takes on all things furniture and design. Interior Designer