That second one looks like a sanitarium for babies.

It's called "taste".

What, but that "Wild and Free" banner totally livens everything up. /s

I would be interested in seeing the adult that grew up in that nursery. Like, do their meals have a side of fava beans and a nice chianti?

"Do you like Raffi? I've been a big children's music fan ever since the release of his classic album, "Singable Songs for the Very Young." Before that, I really didn't understand any of the kiddie tunes. Too jingly, too toddler-tastic. It was on "Singable Songs" where Raffi's catchy melodies became more apparent. I think "Baby Beluga" was the artist's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic lullaby on ocean adventures. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Teddy, take off your PJs."

I do believe this is the first time I've ever read such an adult critique of a children's performer. I have no idea about anything you just said though, but you clearly feel passionately about ABCs and 123s. Or you're decent at the GPT prompt

It was meant as a parody of one of Patrick Bateman’s monologues in American Psycho.

Personal theory (being a Millennial that likes it): The walls shouldn't draw attention and this is a great way to do it, giving more focus to what's actually in the room. First image does this well.

But then that second one is just bad. Like product makers don't understand the goal, thinking we actively like the color instead of de-emphasizing the walls, and we're stuck with it.

No, it's forced on Millenials who are told they must like it and are given no choice in the matter.

Which is hilarious because all of the free/cheap real wood furniture on FB Marketplace is stained golden oak or similar.

My entire dining room cost $600. All from FB. All solid wood. Buffet table, china cabinet, dining table, and six chairs. It must have cost $5,000+ when purchased new.

My peers would rather fill a home with monotone colors and disposable cardboard furniture.

So as a millennial all I can say is: Yay! I'll gladly take the stuff they're passing up.