the palette: the budding artist (p.

51)
A little of this, a little of that. Your home resembles a deeply layered oil painting: bright hues from every angle of the color wheel that work together to create a visual masterpiece. Bold tones enrich your life and fuel your creative fire. When guests visit, they ask you for color tips.

the palette:

the earthy urbanite (p. 55)

You cant resist splashing through puddlesbut you do it wearing a cute pair of rubber boots, thank you very much. You love vibrant pops of monochromatic color, and youre not afraid of a little contrast. Youre equally inspired by strolls on downtown sidewalks and by cruises along wooded bike trails.
wall A hint of brown adds earthy undertones to this gray. Fossil Grey 30YY 56/060, Glidden accent A deep reds amps up the intensity in any room. Regal Red 150D-7, Behr ACCENT Pump up your palette with splashes of lime green. Springtide 17-11, Pratt & Lambert ACCENT Bright orange takes charge without being too loud. Orangeen B1-1, Dutch Boy

spring 2012 color palettes

the palette: the new neutrals (p. 20)
Say good-bye to bisque, taupe, and beige, and welcome these fresh neutrals into your space.
Think green Dune Grass 492, Benjamin Moore ocean calm Quiet Moments 1563, Benjamin Moore sage advice Silver Sage, Restoration Hardware mellow yellow Cornsilk 198, Benjamin Moore

WALL Beige isnt always boring. Here, its a foundation for major impact. Chatham Tan 00YY 33/138, Glidden TRIM Gotta love a bright white that reads warm. Air .01 Yolo Colorhouse Furniture Cool and refreshinglike the shade under a canopy of trees. Evergreen Bough 700F-6, Behr ACCENT This luxurious hue is like jewelry for your walls. Adriatic Sea SW 6790, Sherwin-Williams ACCENT Remember the best sunset youve ever seen? Thats this color. Scarlet Sun 1011-1, Valspar

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the palette: the accessory addict (p. 65)

Youd pair a blingy five-tier necklace with an understated sweater. Or purple wedge heels with a plain pencil skirt. You know fabulous accessories look best on neutral foundations. The same is true for room palettes.
WALL This soothing gray just begs for accessorizing. Antique Pewter 140-3, Mythic Paint wall A few shades darker on the color chip, this gray can handle any sassy wall art you throw at it. Castle Gate 140-4, Mythic Paint accent Turquoise looks good on everybodyand in almost any room. Surf Blue 2056-30, Benjamin Moore ACCENT Chartreuse green sings against any neutral. Lime Passion 6008-10C, Valspar

the palette: the bright one (p. 71)

Youre no shrinking violet. You like your color palettes bold and bright. When it comes to the color wheel, you prefer opposites that attract, as these radiant yellow and blue hues demonstrate. Though one is warm and the other cool, they come together to make the perfect pair.
WALLs Light mellow yellow sets the color scheme in motion. Iced Lemon BHG610, Better Homes and Gardens for Glidden Walls Add a darker shade of yellow for tone-on-tone depth. Golden Yellow 3007-1B, Valspar desk Cobalt or another bold blue pops off yellow. Lapis Enamel E22-1, Dutch Boy ACCENT A natural complement to yellow, orange adds zest. Orange Burst 230B-6D, Behr ACCENT Whites are essential to toning down bold palettes. Distant Star, The Freshaire Choice

the palette:

the sassy seasider (p. 79)

You love sun, surf, and skyjust hold the sugary sweetness, please! That jar of tumbled sea glass you gathered as a kid still makes you smile, but nowadays you prefer to hunt treasures at boardwalk shops.
WALL Think early-summer sky with a playful breeze. Blue Bauble SW6948, Sherwin-Williams TRIM Like your fave shorts, this hue goes with everything. Light Khaki 2148-40, Benjamin Moore Accent Take a dip in this clear, crisp Caribbean-inspired hue. Calypso SW6950, Sherwin-Williams ACCENT Its seafoam with a dash of sophistication. Light Willow BHG708, Better Homes and Gardens for Glidden ACCENT A pop of pink brings some heat to this cool crew. Silk Ribbon 110B-6, Behr

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the palette: the time traveler (p. 87)

You crave color from another era, be it the neon hues of the 80s or the flower power pastels of the 60s. Look to pop culture magazines, music, fashionfrom the decade of your desire to put together your perfect palette. This oneinspired by designer Kate Schintzius sassy 70s style hits all the right notes.
WALL Theres nothing bashful about this bold blue. Inner Harbor E2-2, Dutch Boy wall It might overwhelm an entire room, but this sugary pink on an accent wall is sweet. Flamingo Dream 140B-5A, Behr trim Bright white stands out against deeper hues. Ultra White 7006-24, Valspar ACCENT Coat small furniture pieces in this dark shade, then add lacquer for an inky shimmer. Twilight Zone 2127-10, Benjamin Moore ACCENT You cant cop 70s attitude without a glam take on gold. Patent Yellow, Pratt & Lambert

the palette: the gardener (p. 93)

You live for spring: long days of sunshine, open windows, the first flowers peeking out of the soil. Youre drawn to colors that are bright but not loud. You want your spaces to soothe and inspire you.
WALL Cheery as a bed of daffodils. June Day 370B-4P, Behr TRIM This not-quite-white subtly warms your rooms. Beach Pearl, The Freshaire Choice Furniture May day! This pink recalls the seasons first tulips. 50s Fad Fuschia A23-2, Dutch Boy ACCENT An unexpected pop of purple adds interest to the mix. Watercolor Lilies F25-8, Dutch Boy

the palette: the nature lover (p. 99)

Youre happier on the bike trail than on the interstate. And youd take an al fresco picnic over a five-course dinner at a fancy restaurant. Your color cues come from plants, lakes, and sunrises. Earthy blues and greens make you feel at home, while accents in gold and orange wildflower hues make you smile.
WALL At dusk or dawn this cool blue hue graces skies. Cool Sausalito E3-4, Dutch Boy cabinets Crisp white is a must in neat, orderly spaces. Pure White 7005, Sherwin-Williams accent Earthy green greets you with a delightfully serene scene. Herbal Garden 420D-5, Behr ACCENT Light and happy, sunny yellow brings a smile anytime. Spectrum Yellow 14-12, Pratt & Lambert

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