colors

October 16th, 2012
Color Trends In Interior Design 2013 Using colors in your interior design is a surefire way to give your home an updated and fresh appearance, and many of the chosen colors make an incredible statement in a room. Here are a few examples of how the colors for upcoming spring 2013 can make an impact on your interior design. Pantone, the color powerhouse, is well-known for releasing Fashion Color Reports that often dictate the runway trends of the season, especially unique hues and combinations like mixed greens and tangerine. According to the Pantone View home + interiors 2013 book there are 9 color palettes that will dominate the trends in 2013. The 9 color palettes definitely deliver on that promise, covering a broad spectrum of moods and tones for your interior design. Let’s take a look at each one of them:
March 27th, 2012
The Effect Of Natural Light On Room Colors

Licensed interior designers and color consultants consider the direction a room faces. Whether it is north, south, east, or west, makes a great deal of difference to the choice of color scheme. For instance, a bedroom that faces east and receives strong sunlight in the early morning will look very different when next seen late at night in artificial lighting. A west-facing room that has a warm glow in the evening can look dull in the mornings. Your choice do colors should take this into account.

Of course, an ideal aspect is not always possible for everyone. City flats may enjoy little naturally available light and be overlooked on all sides. A north-facing room can expect less sun than a south or west facing one; but whatever the aspect, with clever natural lighting and color scheming the interior can be made to feel welcoming and attractive. The style of house you live in can also make a great deal of difference to the amount of available natural light in an interior design.

February 21st, 2012
The Harmony Of Neutral Colors In Home Design

A quiet, comfortable and harmonious - is this description of the ideal home that we all envision and desire? These are first associations when you think about the interior of neutral colors. Therefore, it is always useful to use this color scheme in home decoration.

Neutral colors are beige, ivory, taupe, black, gray, and white. All shades of gray and brown are suitable for unpretentious decorated sitting corner, but the impression can be completely changed with some glamorous details, such as tufted carpets, modern and impressive glass table or decorative mirror. Similar atmosphere can be achieved in the bedroom, where matt surfaces and soft light enhances the impression of peace and harmony, while fans of a minimalistic luxury will choose blankets and cushions of neutral colors.