Q and A Interiors

I was once told if i ever needed to add a little spice to a room, I was to simply add some black somewhere. OK. Sounds pretty easy.

But what if you hate black?
Then that isn't such a great suggestion.

I personally like black (in the right application), but I'm not sure I would want to add it to every spice less room I have ever been in. If not used properly, it can become a giant black hole and suck all the attention to an insignificant area, causing viewers to miss out on the interesting textures, colors, accessories and intricacies that are present in most rooms (at least the well designed ones).

Of course, every designer has their own guidelines about what they think is best, but if you are stumped as to what little extra touch you can make to a room (like a vase, flowers, pictures frames - nothing too massive and attention grabbing *remember* small additions can make a big impact) I suggest putting some of your favorite color in.

Why?

• It's your favorite color- that in it's self is a good enough reason)
• You will be happier surrounded by things you love I.E. you favorite color
• It's a good excuse to buy something new in that color YAY
• It will five each of your rooms a personal flair and help create your own style
  
  

What's your favorite color? Some people have a hard time picking just one, but who says you have to? If you have multiple favs, add one color to one room, and the other color to another (that's a mouth full).

If you're feeling passive about colors but want to find which ones you gravitate towards- look at your wardrobe. What colors fill up your closet? Or look around your place? You bought most of the items you own, so there has to be a reason as to why you chose the color you chose. You'll (hopefully) notice a single color or a color combination you enjoy.

If nothing strikes you are "the color" NEVER FEAR. There is a sure fire way to find at least ONE color you like. Walk down the towel isle at a department store (or any store with linens). Don't think and analyze, "Will this look good against my wall?" or anything remotely inquisitive. Just GO and let your gut pick out whatever color/towels you're drawn to. You might find many, you might find one. Either way you'll have a found a favorite color.


Now go do something with it.