Talking to Elle Decor about Color

Amy Krane Color in Elle Decor When one of my favorite shelter magazines, Elle Decor, called and asked me to weigh in about colors which are often maligned, I jumped at the opportunity. Read the article about 6 colors people love to hate, but shouldn’t. In the end it’s more about how colors combine with one another than your thoughts about any one color because they’re never used in isolation. A case can be made for any color if the setting is right for it. Think about your architecture, lighting, other colors in the room and the mood you want to set.… Continue reading...

Black & White Paint in and on Houses

There is no combination more graphic than black and white. Using polar opposites creates maximum contrast which translates into drama. Whether dealing with an interior or exterior, the absence of another hue puts emphasis on pattern and that creates focus on form. The addition of another color changes the whole equation. Three colors bring a different kind of balance to a space and more possibilities for complex color relationships. Black house exteriors have come into vogue and for good reason. They make a very big, grand statement. Black and white interiors are tricky to pull off well. Bathrooms and kitchens seem to lend themselves to this choice.… Continue reading...