Currently as well as historically, the color purple evokes an aura of royalty, mystique, power, wealth and magic. Purple reigns supreme, as togas in rich shades were worn by all the powerful Roman Emperors and it was a favorite color of Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt. Spiritually, it reflects pure thoughts and symbolizes intelligence and creativity. [...] Read more »
Home to Italian Bistro
Reader’s color dilemma: I’m going to turn this into a bistro. Would love some suggestions. The theme is Mediterranean ( mostly Italian). Inside decor will be darker (mostly reds and browns) Any suggestions would be appreciated.– janemuir Kate suggests: I think this home will make a cute bistro. While the darker colors you mention could [...] Read more »
Be Bronzed Beautiful
Today’s decorating dilemma: I need a little guidance, I am renovating a Katrina damaged home,. It is taking a long time and I want everything perfect, or as much as it can be. I have a town home, living room, and kitchen run together, maple cabinets with a mocha stain, so the cabinets are basically [...] Read more »
