When I first saw Sherwin William’s “Urbane Bronze”, I was unsure how I felt about it. Browns can be nice to work with, rather serene and a color of nature so nice to “bring the outside in”. Sherwin Williams 2021 Color of the Year, Urbane Bronze. Graphic by Camp Chroma. According to the color data Urbane Bronze is actually a yellow hue (really, it’s true) that looks brown because of it’s low chroma and lightness. Colorography of Urbane Bronze by Lori Sawaya of Camp Chroma. Sherwin Williams Read more […]
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How to Pick the Perfect Exterior Paint Colors
Choosing the right exterior paint color can be daunting; it’s not just about personal preference but about making a choice that the entire neighborhood sees! Plus, a misstep can be pricey to correct. Why is exterior paint selection so challenging? First, determine your purpose: are you painting to sell or are you refreshing your home’s look for your own enjoyment? If selling, you’ll likely lean towards universally appealing shades rather than personal favorites. On the other hand, if you’re painting Read more […]
Ways to Use Benjamin Moore’s Aegean Teal
As a certified color strategist, love playing with beautiful color. One of my favorites is Benjamin Moore’s “Aegean Teal”. Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Color of the Year, Aegean Teal. Graphic by Camp Chroma. Benjamin Moore describes Aegean Teal, as “A blend of blue-green and gray, Aegean Teal 2136-40 is an intriguing mid-tone that creates natural harmony.” According to the color data (LCH), “Aegean Teal” is a blue/green hue (209.5), with a Lightness of 56 and Chroma of 8.8. Read more […]
Celebrate Your Favorite Color – Go Monochromatic
Many people struggle with finding the perfect color scheme, often bound by the constraints of their existing finishes. But what if we make this more fun? Imagine magnifying and embracing your favorite color wholeheartedly. Welcome to the world of Monochromatic design! Monochromatic schemes delve deep into one hue, exploring its diverse shades, tones, and tints. Visualize your cherished color transitioning from its lightest whisper to its richest depth, seamlessly incorporating white and black. Read more […]
Create a Harmonious Color Scheme – Go Analogous
People often struggle with creating a great color scheme. Often, we start the conversation by talking about the limitations, or the box of colors you need to play with based on your fixed finishes.In my last article, Celebrate Your Favorite Color- Go Monochromatic, we talked about how you could take your favorite color and celebrate it in all it’s glory with a monochromatic color scheme. Simple and easy!What if you would like a little more color variety, but still want something that is simple Read more […]
Opposite Colors Attract – Go Complimentary
Crafting the perfect color palette can be a daunting task for many. Often, the starting point revolves around fixed finishes and certain constraints. In my recent blog posts, we’ve delved into constructing color schemes from a favorite hue, like blue. We’ve explored monochromatic and analogous palettes, and today, we’re diving into complementary color schemes. Complementary colors are a pairing of hues that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. When juxtaposed, they amplify each other’s vibrancy Read more […]
What Does the Color of Your House Say About You?
What message does your home’s color broadcast to the world? Every facade tells a story about its inhabitants. Is your home a reflection of your personality? Does it uplift your spirits daily? Does it warmly welcome guests or potential clients for those with home businesses? And if you’re selling, does your home appeal to prospective buyers? The hue of your home reveals hints of your identity. When it comes time to paint the exterior, you have a lot of options and some limitations you need to consider. Limitations Read more […]
How a Silly Facebook Quiz Changed My Life
Here is the crazy story of how I started Northern Lights Home Staging and Design.You never know when inspiration will hit. The question is, will you take action and do something about it? My inspiration came in a surprising way, from one of those silly “Facebook” quizzes. You know, one of those games that tell you who you were in a past life or what your handwriting says about you etc. One day I played “What is your true profession”. The answer was “Designer”. Read more […]
The Colors of Summer- Bring the Outside In
Summer is one of my favorite times of year. It’s warm and the outdoors beckons, the colors explode with flowers, fruit, an explosion of green growth and the showiness of all the male birds. There is a feeling of abundance and adventure. Completion of all the things you have sown. It is bold and beautiful. Would you like to have that same look and feeling inside in your home year round? Take some color and other cues from nature and bring the outside in. Here is an example of what I mean. This Read more […]
Want a Beautiful House? Make a Plan!
Want a beautiful house? The key to success is to make a plan! Figure out what you need to create the design you want, and if it fits in your budget before you buy a single thing! Make a Plan You are much more likely to get the end result you want if you start with a plan! Often, people start buying things they like, hoping that it will all work together. This may not work because the styles or colors may not fit well together, or they may end up buying too many colors and patterns because they Read more […]