Posts I Like: How to Add Color if You’re Color Shy
Posted on Houzz | 8 February 2015
Yanic Simard | Houzz contributor
When talking about adding color to a home, many people tense up. That’s because what immediately comes to mind when you say “color” is bright, bold, eye-popping hues. If that’s not your thing, then of course you’re going to get heart palpitations imagining your home swathed in searing orange and electric green.
But adding color is about so much more than shock. By working with a palette you’re comfortable with, no matter how neutral, muted or beige it is, you can add a variety of colors and still feel at ease. Here are some of my favorite ways to toss some new hues into your home without feeling thrown for a loop.
Mixed neutrals. One of the first ways to add a sense of color to a space is simply by mixing a variety of neutrals. In fact, for many this is the first and last step in creating a rich look without any wild hues. Look for places to include gray, beige, white, black and wood tones, letting the contrasts of the subtle undertones bring each color to life.
Metallics. Metallics, especially gold and other warm options (like brass and bronze), are important in expanding any color scheme without its feeling overloaded. The undertones and lustrous finishes will add depth to your palette without reading as color.
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