A classic option is to adorn the trim and architectural features of the room with shades of white, fill the space with warm wood-grain furniture and subtly disperse emerald green toss cushions and accessories throughout the space
Colour Rules Make Your Own
Colour trends will come and go so this year, make your own rules Words by Amy McGeachy
Pantone’s colour selections are often made months or years in advance of the release date, and while they provide us with gorgeous shades, who’s to say they are the right choice for your own home? How can one colour be the right selection for every individual? There are so many factors that must be considered when introducing new colours into your home. Existing finishes, amount of natural lighting and permanent furniture all need to be considered before confirming that they are the right choice for you. Unless you enjoy frequently replacing the key pieces in your home, I advocate basing your choices on your own personal style and taste. Break through the colour trends and make your own rules – ones that work for you.
april/may 2013
Each year we are introduced to a fresh palette of colour trends for our fashions and interior decor. This year homes will be filled with the elegance and beauty of the hue emerald green, Pantone’s selected colour for 2013.
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