I have a few vibrant rooms on this page with a theme -- a certain color is repeated within the room. It could be the same color on two different walls, a wall and rug, a wall and entry door, a wall and vanity, on headboard and cabinet and so on. These color connections are made seamlessly creating harmony in the room. A bold color here and there is ok; but majority of the colors should ideally be connected and balanced.Studies have shown that vibrant colors stimulate the brain and I'm quite … [Read more...]
Just One Bold Color
Don't be afraid to bring in bold colors into any living space! I've a few examples where just one color pops out making these bright living rooms.. via: housetohome.co.uk via: housetohome.co.uk via: realsimple.com via: momentoitalia via: decoist via: housetohome.co.uk … [Read more...]
Understanding Color
Color in design is very subjective, it can set the mood, it can enhance the function of a room, it can make the room larger or smaller, or can make the room warmer or cooler. Different light sources - natural light, florescent bulb and incandescent bulb will make the same color look different. Color from a ceiling light will look different from a table lamp. Surrounding colors can have an impact on the wall color. Natural light can be either sunlight - light coming directly from sun, or, … [Read more...]
Color Harmony
Color Harmony - Harmony is something that pleases the eye. Color harmony is a common term used in interior designing that helps designers chooses colors that don't clash with each other. A successful color combination begins with understanding the color schemes and using them appropriately. I have explained various color schemes and have examples that illustrate them. nature - look to nature and take inspiration from nature - look at butterflies, peacocks, fall colors, water falls, … [Read more...]