In our last post, we spoke about warm, rich color tones. These are any color to the right of the color wheel below. So I'm guessing you know by now which are our cool color tones. You guessed it...- the colors to the left of the color wheel. 

What makes these color tones cool? And how do you design with them in mind?

Just as we did with our warm color tones, if we are taking a look at the color wheel above, the colors to the left on the color wheel - greens, blue, violets - are the "cool" hues. They appear to be farther away, which is why they are called "receding" colors. On walls, cool colors can make a room feel spacious and calm. 

COOL ON COOL 

Using the color wheel, you can stay within the right color tones and use a mixture of these warm colors to create a cohesive color scheme. Find fabrics that work for in the space like a blend of blues, greens and violets. Accessorize with pillows in the same color tone using different textures and patterns to bring interest into the space. 

MIXED WITH WARM TONES

Warm tones are on the direct opposite of cool tones are so they are known to be complimentary colors. This is a great tool to know when choosing accessories for your home. Mixing in either warm tone colors like pillows or curtains, create a pop of color and a cohesive look. 

Here's something you didn't know...

Visual temperature is relative. Red-violet and yellow-green may seem warm or cool, depending on the presence of other colors. Next to orange, red-violet looks cool; next to blue, it looks warm. 

Visual temperature comes into play when you combine colors in a decorating scheme. In general, the juxtaposition of warm and cool colors intensifies each. If you paint one room a warm red, and an adjoining room a cool green, each will be more intensely warm or cool. This effect also works within a room. Cool walls make a warm wood floor seem even warmer. 

Question: Now that you know the difference between warm and cool shades, which one do you prefer in your living space?

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In interior design, you hear a lot about temperatures, hues, and undertones of any color patterns. But how does it relate to your design style?

Do you like color tones in your home in the yellows, oranges and browns? Then you'd likely like the warm color family. But how do you design with them? Do you just throw them in the room and pray they look good together? 

Interior design is not as easy as HGTV makes it look like. We have to know the scale of a room, how to design using a floor plan, if we are designing a commercial space - we have to know what the building codes are, placement of furniture in awkward spaces and how to mix colors using the most essential tool to interior designers - the color wheel. 

Warm and cool colors(cool colors in the next blog post) are also known as temperatures in a color pattern. Taking a look at the color wheel above, if you draw an imaginary line from red-violet to yellow-green - the colors to the "right" - yellows, reds and oranges - seem warm. Warm colors are considered to be "advancing" because they seem as though they are coming closer to the viewer. On walls, warm colors can make a room feel cozy and enveloping - thus, we use warm colors more often in a large-scaled room. 

 WARM ON WARM

Using the color wheel, you can stay within the right color tones and use a mixture of these warm colors to create a cohesive color scheme. Find fabrics that work for in the space like a blend of orange, yellow and reds. Accessorize with pillows in the same color tone using different textures and patterns to bring interest into the space. 

MIXED WITH COOL TONES

Cool tones are on the direct opposite of warm tones are so they are known to be complimentary colors. This is a great tool to know when choosing accessories for your home. Mixing in either cool toned pillows like the lavender pillow in the above picture can add interest and create a pop of color as the dark blue pillows above. You can also add a few cool toned lamps for a dramatic experience.

Question: Do you use warm tones in your living space?

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"Lively. Radiant. Lush… A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony." Pantone 2013

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Ever since Pantone declared Emerald Green the color of the year, we have been seeing it everywhere - from interiors, to fashions and everything in between. We are also often asked: "How do you incorporate the color into a space?" Here are 3 quick tips to get you started. 

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Emerald green is such a bold but sophisticated color and is best used sparingly in a home. Using it too much can drown a space out and can even make a small room feel smaller and crowded. 

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Accessorize!

Accessorize with curtains and pillows in all patterns to bring a very basic neutral palette to life. The dining room above showcases a very rich and elegant curtain in an otherwise cool toned room. The living room uses a chevron print curtain to bring the same effect and adds in the color with unique pattern pillows. Don't be afraid to mix and match different patterns in the same color for added depth in a space. 

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Bold Furniture

Using bold furniture in your interior space can be a great conversation piece. A bold emerald green couch can set the tone for an eclectic room or can liven up a black and white palette. Emerald green furniture pieces definitely make a bold statement. Usually used in a neutral backdrop but can be added to a funky cool wallpaper like the one above. 

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Green Walls

Last but not least, don't be afraid to use emerald green on your walls. Make sure to keep your accessories neutral and clean as to not compete with the walls. We all know too much of a good thing can lead to overkill! 

Need help designing with bold and bright colors in your home, read my blog on how to do so here! 

Question for you: Would you ever want to bring a piece of emerald into your home?

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I LOVE PINK!! When done right, Pink can be sophisticated and there are choices more than just throwing it up on the wall and there are tons of shades to choose from. Whatever the pink, do it subtly. You want an elegant home not a Barbie home. 

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In keeping up with summer decor, last week's was a bright bold green for summer and this week we have toned it down to a coastal design. 

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Liven up your backyard and patio buy buying some new outdoor furniture. It doesn't have to be expensive but it is the first step to sprucing up your personal outdoor haven. 

• A color palette of earthy browns and vibrant colors in greens, yellows and reds connect interior spaces to exterior spaces - thus creating an expanded living space. Selective use of outdoor fabrics in bold patterns and colors provide a perfect pop of color against a neutral backdrop, creating a vibrant yet tranquil setting. 

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• Outdoor tents add a touch of sophistication and an instant sense of peace. Pair these with outdoor soft cushioned furniture for even more tranquility. 

• If you have small children and a large outdoor area, why not invest in a couple of picnic tables? Kids love these. You can set up their own section of the backyard and include some park benches so they can sit and relax and enjoy their time outdoors. 

• Light up your outdoor space with candles, under tent lighting and table chandeliers. As the night wears on, it can have an extreme calming effect. 

By adding beautiful paintings, a neutral backdrop, colorful details and great lighting, you are well on your way to a nicely decorated outdoors! 

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Say it Ain't So! It seems like Black is the NEW Stainless Steel in Kitchen Appliances. More and more interior designers are seeing the stainless steel craze slowly dying. According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, "Is this the end of a 25-year run for stainless steel?", manufacturers have already made bets that black appliances will take over. 

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The article goes on to say that, "While stainless steel is still the dominant look, there are clear signals it has outworn its welcome, even with no clear successor in place."  No doubt, kitchen trends are always changing. 

From the Leave it To Beaver days with the pastel refrigerators to just recently a trend that barely didn't catch on, "copper appliances" The kitchen design world has even tried on for size meteor inspired appliances but none have been able to outdo the power of the stainless steel appliance. So will this trend hold up to its hype? Are we ready to move away from the big steel gadgets in our kitchen?

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“Black appliances in a traditional stainless-steel finish or paneled glass, because they are neutral and more flexible."

—President Jonathan Giannettino Curto’s Appliances, Yonkers

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Would you replace your stainless steel appliances for these? Why or why not?

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