Use color to divert attention away from an awkward or unattractive area in a room. For example if your view is less than attractive you can take the attention away from the window and into another part of the room by painting a wall in a bright or unexpected color. You could also strategically place a vivid poster or boldly colored wall hanging to draw the eye to another part of the room. Our eyes are naturally attracted to bold pops of color.
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December 11th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
This works in the opposite way, too. I sometimes use color to hide things.
December 12th, 2007 at 6:30 pm
Great point Jennifer. Color can be an excellent disguise. I have used it in that way too. Thanks for mentioning it.