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Using Color to Enhance Your Living Space.

When it comes to designing a home, every detail matters, from the layout of the rooms to the choice of furniture. However, one aspect that can often be underestimated is the use of color. Color is not merely a matter of taste—it's a powerful design tool that can influence mood, define space, and transform the overall feel of your home. Why does color deserves a central role in your home design?

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Color: Setting Plaster Farrow&Ball


2. Color Helps Define Spaces.
In homes with open floor plans or smaller spaces, color can be a vital tool in defining different areas without the need for physical partitions. Using different wall colors, contrasting accents in décor, or varied color themes can visually separate areas within the same space, giving each part its distinct feel and function. For instance, painting a dining area a different color from the living room in an open-plan space can subtly define the boundary between where people eat and where they relax.

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Color: Iron Ore @sherwinwilliams

Photo: Sherwin Williams
Color: Iron Ore Sherwin Williams

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Color: Sage @sherwinwilliams

Photos: Sherwin Williams

‘Color is a power which directly influences the soul.’
- Wassily Kandinsky

The importance of color in home design extends beyond aesthetic appeal. It's a tool that can solve design problems, shift perceptions of space, and contributes to the emotional impact of your home. Whether you're planning a full renovation or just a quick refresh, consider how color can enhance your living environment in powerful, yet subtle ways.

"What's your color story?

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