Category Archives: DECORATE

Peaceful Oasis

~ Nostalgic and retro, dark green seems perfectly suited for a bedroom, a place that requires peacefulness and solace. ~

My interior design preferences typically gravitate toward the discreet and minimal. However, once in a while I come across a room in a bold color that I cannot take my eyes off. This is what happened when I saw the image above. I was drawn to the coziness and the serenity of the space, attributes that seem to originate in the dark green primary color.

Generally associated with nature, hence with life, renewal and harmony, green is a positive color that has the potential to generate calm and equilibrium. Given its vegetal connotations, this tone fits nicely on the walls of an open porch or in a bathroom, but the kitchen and the living room are not exceptions as in these areas green tends to create a very chic and indulgent atmosphere.

In order to avoid creating an oppressive space, dark green can be paired with light materials and shades of white, gray and silver. Another helpful element for a dark green room is a mirror, or better yet, a couple of mirrors, which will add volume and confer light.

~ Forest green cabinets create a soothing and de-stressing ambience in this kitchen. ~

~ Dark teal green combined with gold accents transforms this powder room into a baroque – looking jewel. ~

~ Green stimulates productivity and calms the spirits being thus an appropriate choice for a home office. ~

~ A hint of phthalo green confers serenity to this elegant bedroom.  ~

~ Verdigris mixed with charcoal and copper are a gorgeous combination, giving this kitchen a captivating vibe. ~

Primary color: Benjamin Moore – Bavarian Forrest

Until next time,

Bodhi.

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Yellow Therapy


~ The calming effects of jasmine yellow paint, the light streaming through diverse windows, and the neutral bed linens create an unfussy elegance. ~

Color is to interior design what butter is to bread, so to speak. Without color, any space would be unexciting and quite bland. It’s no surprise then that the first thing that comes to mind when we begin a design project is the palette. We start with our favorite colors, the ones that empower us and express our emotions and we strive to give the space the touch of our personality.

Yellow is one of my favorite colors because it is happy, optimistic, energetic and it makes me think about radiant spring days. For these reasons, I have amassed heaps of examples of sunshine-filled interiors and I cannot wait to use them as inspiration when decorating our long wished-for house. Below are a few more of my cherished muses.

~ Cream, yellow tinted with white, is a seductive color as it warms without overpowering, while also escaping the monotony of austere white. ~

~ School-bus yellow walls bring summer into this winter porch, conferring it a welcoming and energetic vibe. ~

~ Stil de grain yellow accents against soft, powdery, matte walls, perfectly contrast the chocolate hardwood floor and furniture. ~

~Saffron yellow and moss green partner in marvelous harmony to transform this living room into a cozy chic oasis. ~ 


~ The combination of white and buff yellow seems to work miracles in this small room, making it bigger and brighter. ~

Primary color: Benjamin Moore – Showtime

Until next time,

Bodhi.

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Spring Refresh

Pale green curtains and pillow accents wonderfully complement soft blue wingback chairs, giving this foyer both an elegant and cozy feel. ~

Season transitions usually encourage changes in both personal appearance and the look of our home. However, for financial or other non-monetary reasons, radical interior design alterations are not possible every time the weather patterns shift. Nevertheless, a few changes with great visual impact and on a low-budget are not unattainable.

Using a few pastel themed rooms for inspiration, I found that a little tempering with the bed linens and the curtains, together with a couple more porcelain or glass vases filled with tulips, ranunculus, and flowering branches could do the trick and satisfy my wish for a decor refresh.

~ An easy to do and adorable bouquet of peach poppies and hosta leaves contrasts softly with the pale interior. ~ 

~ A vintage fuchsia throw is an unexpected and playful addition to the balmy garden hues in this bedroom. ~

~ The seafoam-blue duvet is beautifully grounded by tan accents, transforming this bedroom into a soothing place for daily rest. ~

~ A statement, flowery wall might be too big of a commitment, yet two pieces of wallpaper suspended vertically as works of art are an excellent and temporary solution. ~

Primary color: Benjamin Moore – Violet Sparkle

Until next time,

Bodhi.

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