I’m all about inspiring people to use color and that is what my presentation last week at the House Beautiful Color Institute in Atlanta, GA was meant to do.
I thought about what I was going to say, put together some great boards and worked with Cathy the fabric guru at Ainsworth and Noah to find [...]
In the makeover gallery JSG asked, “What color works with this piece of furniture?”
I recommend looking at the following Benjamin Moore paint colors:
Audubon Russett HC-51
Copper Mountain AC-12
Silver Pine AC-21
Listen to why these are the colors to set off this antique blue cabinet:
Today’s color dilemma…
I have more of a question than a comment. I have an open floor plan with all white walls that are making me crazy. I NEED color!
I want the rooms to flow, but be distinct. The front room gets a lot of sun and has oak colored bookcases, and a little darker piano. [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
I’ve been reading about Dorothy Draper but most of the pictures are in black and white. Can you give me some examples of the colors she actually used? I’d like to decorate my apartment in bold colors and thought her palette could inspire me. Thanks, Riley K.
Kate suggests…
Benjamin Moore put together a special [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
Thanks for finally addressing the bricks…The front of my home has partial red brick and the rest is stucco. I am in Florida on a small lake.
The house was painted beige with the mauve trim, plenty of trim includes the garage. The house next to me had the mauve color shot and painted [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
What color do I paint the walls? –Azsa
Kate suggests…
I would pick out the light color from the background of your sofa and go with that or a step darker. This would allow the sofa to visually blend into the space. I would use the same color on the walls and ceiling, [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
I don’t know what color to paint my living room. The tapestry and ikea mirrors are no longer on the wall. I’m painting the room in a few days and need some ideas. I was thinking possibly painting it a “honey or amber” shade. Also I was thinking of changing the pillows to [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
I’d like to use gray. Can you make a suggestion.
Kate suggests…
When I saw your question and style I instantly thought of one of the Benjamin Moore inspiration rooms called ‘Modern Tranquility’.
I love this color scheme because it has warmth with an air of sophistication perfect for creating an inviting space with contemporary [...]
Today’s color dilemma…
Love the BM Aura paint! The Coral Gables I tried is too harsh in this powder. There is a black console with white ceramic sink. I’m looking for paint color suggestions, please.
Kate suggests…
You initial choice tells me that you aren’t afraid of color and I think that you are on [...]
Once again for Fall 2008 Pottery Barn has partnered with Benjamin Moore to create a palette that perfectly complements their line of furniture and home accessories.
Note the number of blues in this seasons collection. The popularity of this color continues as we make our way into fall.
More color at Pottery Barn
