Color in Modern + Contemporary Interiors - Part 1

Sometimes my clients are afraid of color. I however, find color to be a useful way to set the mood of a space. It can help you feel energized, relaxed, calm, excited, happy, playful and so much more.

Many clients equate "adding color" with "adding bright colors". The reality though is that you can do a lot with earthy colors. They take you away from the world of white walls and bland beige to an environment that is warm and inviting.

Below are some images featuring earth-toned color palettes that I like. These images show work by other talented designers except where it specifically states that the work is my own.

Here the use of a warm but soft yellow balances out the gray wall. The end result: a calm yet cheerful space.

This waiting area balances two different wood colors (a light bamboo floor and a cherry wood desk front) with earthy walls in a creamy beige and two shades of green. The dark wood of the furniture provides a nice contrast against the light floor.

This is another space that uses earthy colors in a subtle way for big impact.






This was an interesting project that I worked on. The room on the left (a living room) opened directly to the room on the right (a dining room). Since you could see the living room from the dining room and vice versa - it was important to select colors that complement one another while differentiating the spaces. The colors play nicely off of each other - creating a cozy and inviting feel.

This space uses browns, olives, and tans to create a warm, inviting environment.