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Breaking Away from Beige

I love beige. Beige is soothing, it’s neutral, and it goes with everything. However, sometimes you have to break away from beige and get some color into your life and into your home. If you are in a beige rut, and you want to try color but you are intimidated, start by taking baby steps. Just add a little color here or there or go ahead and stick to a neutral backdrop but liven it up a little bit with some richer or more vivid tones. Start by adding small splashes of color. A new piece of artwork that pops … Continue reading →

Monochromatic Doesn’t Mean Boring

Many people think of boring beige or stark white when they think of monochromatic decor. A monochromatic color scheme simply means one color; it doesn’t dictate which color it has to be. It doesn’t dictate that everything in the space has to be exactly the same shade of color either. Neutrals do make good choices for monochromatic spaces, especially if you prefer a calming feel, but you can use very vivid color as well. Rich shades of red make a room warm. Bright greens give a fresh feel. Neutrals can also be blended with color too, depending on the tone. … Continue reading →