Every year the color expert Pantone releases their pick for the “Color of the Year”. Most of the design world waits with anticipation for this big announcement…..and uses the color to full advantage in all aspects of design. This year Pantone chose the color Tangerine Tango – a rich orange that is bold and striking. [...]

This morning I’m writing about something other than color and design –  pennies. OK, it’s a bit off topic, but it’s a cool learning experience I want to share. I was straightening up around the driver’s seat while stopped at a traffic light on my way to work this morning. I noticed a massive number [...]

I’m not sure how colors get a reputation.  Gray is cold, pink is girly, yellow is happy.  When I hear people “categorize” colors like this I’m always reminded of the reputation that ‘browns’ used to have….brown = boring.  But look at brown now – it’s been given titles like ‘the best neutral’ and ‘the new [...]

Are you struggling to figure out which colors will look best in your home?  Do you try samples only to be disappointed in the outcome?  Creating a color palette for your home can be challenging, especially for first timers.  But it isn’t an impossible task.  I’ve put together a list of tips that anyone can [...]

Fall is by far my favorite season. I adore the changing of the leaves, the spicy aroma from harvest scented candles (my favorite!), and the sumptuous flavors of pumpkin pie, mulled wine, and roasted veggies on the Thanksgiving table. The weather suggests pulling on a favorite cable knit sweater and the idea of cozy evenings [...]

I had a client ask me, “Why do pink and brown look great together? How does it work so well?” Why would it work so well; pink is so girly and brown is just boring?  Let me explain. . .brown is a sign of strength and dependability – Benjamin Moore’s 2110-30 Saddle Soap or BM1035 [...]