“If you’re going to live in a box, you might as well have fun with it.”

This is my general stance on home decor. In the past half decade, I’ve had the good fortune (or misfortune) of living in many different boxes. The redeeming aspect of moving for me is the opportunity to create my space anew. But I’ve got a little secret to share: you don’t have to relocate to refresh your surroundings.

The second part of the secret is: color is the most cost-effective way to enhance or transform your environment. Color is palpable. It’s presence can be subtle yet undeniable. Color can be utilized to invoke any vibe, it can make furnishings and art look better and draw out experiences amongst those whose cones and rods it stimulates. When you feel that your box isn’t suiting you, the simplest and most impacting step toward reconciliation is painting. I know a lot of people who can’t afford to fly away for vacations these days. Instead, they’re resorting to enjoying what’s locally available like horseback riding, hiking, fine dining, taking classes and redecorating. Funny how misfortune and fortune are really two sides of the same coin.

And here’s a another secret: rebellion is a good way to get out of a rut. If you find yourself stuck and uninspired, consider something you wouldn’t normally do. My benign and effective suggestion is to try a striking hue–a POW! color. Taking a walk on the bright side is something many of my clients tend to shy from but shouldn’t. Albeit, there is good reason for their trepidation as I so often see POW! colors executed haphazardly subsequently infecting others with stiff hesitation toward bold color moves. But then, if you decide to embark on something new and bold like sky-diving, I do recommend trying it with a professional (a sky-diving professional).

This brings me to my last secret which is: I am a professional (of color and decor). This is less a secret and more a reminder to those who have the courage to make a color leap that I can help to ensure its success. As a side benefit, by utilizing my passion for color and decor to assist others in the enhancement of their spaces, I can avoid moving any more than necessary.

-Brandy Gee, your color and decor expert