By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR(R) Magazine
Emerald may be this year’s color of the year and hot hue, but which colors should you avoid?
Color research tells us some colors to avoid. Colors that can be considered, as some researchers note, “eye irritants” and can even cause headaches or mess with your vision.
According to color research, the worst offending color: Continue reading »
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine
Photo Credit: Elaine Williamson
Add calmness to any room with an eye-catching color combo: yellow and gray, says designer Elaine Williamson with Elaine Williamson Designs.
“It’s so peaceful and calming –it’s just a really good combination,” says Williamson, adding that white added in can exude even more sophistication.
Need some ideas on how to mix in the color combo?
- Use gray as a base color on upholstered furniture, such as furniture with espresso-stained wood.
- Try a yellow throw pillow on a gray sofa.
Do you have a favorite color combo? Tell us what your favorite color combos are when designing a room and send a photo of it to Melissa Tracey at mtracey@realtors.org. Please include your name and contact information.
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