Beyond Beige
29 Jan 2011
Break out of the beige rut with this advice from a local color consultant.
[Also see companion article, Color Your World, for Tips on adding color] Text and photos by Cathy Rivers We’ve all been there. Overwhelmed by the thousands of paint chips or going for the safe resale bet, we hit the color-default button and paint every room beige or white. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. But sooner or later, you’ll begin to feel “the blahs” in that room. Low energy. Downright dull. Undistinguished. Uninviting. Uninspiring. If you’ve always been a chromophobe, take heart. A rich opportunity awaits to breathe new life into your home.
- This room went from wonted white (right) to tasteful teal, which not only made the room more vibrant, it made the orange artwork pop, too.
- The homeowners can sleep easier in their newly painted bedroom with its peaceful, serene blue tones.