Archive for January, 2009
Renovate, revive, reincarnate…
Color is the simplest way to give new life to old objects. It’s easy to default to the idea that improvement necessarily means replacing old with new. Renovation, on the other hand, is the refreshing of or making new from something already in existence. As stewards of this beautiful planet, it’s necessary to employ more [...]
Color your world happy
Understanding the psychology of color will help you to choose a palette for your home that has a positive effect on you and your family.
On bright sunny days, we become happy and recharged. While sitting by the ocean, we feel relaxed and at peace. The colors associated with those feelings (yellow equals happy and blue [...]
Paint colors for home resale
One of the most important rules of thumb when you’re preparing your home for sale is to look at it from a buyer’s point of view, not just from your own. Nowhere is that truer than in the wall colors you choose. You may love strong colors and have very stylish interior decor that goes [...]
Lavender is the new neutral
In my house, the color palette is neutral: The walls are pale linen, the sofa is light brown, the rugs are natural sisal, the dishes are white. I find neutrals calming, tasteful and restful. And they’re the perfect backdrop for anything and everything, all seasons of the year, whether the shade is taupe, tan, ecru, [...]