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颜色是设计库中最具变革性的工具之一。它可以完全改变空间的感觉。
When it comes to paint, keep in mind that the amount of natural light a room receives, the direction it comes from, and even how it plays off your furnishings all affect how wall colors appear. South-facing rooms tend to get warm, sun-drenched light, so you may want a cooler tone to balance out the warmth.
Those that face north receive indirect light that often has a cool, almost blue cast, so a warm wall color can balance that out. The light can also change drastically throughout the day, especially in east- and west-facing rooms that align with sunrise and sunset. So make sure you love any wall color you’re considering at all times of day. For more tips, read on.
How Can I Use Color Without Turning My Home Into a Fun House?
One stress-free approach for those who are adventurous with color is to try a monochromatic scheme. This involves layering various shades of the same color. For example, you could use a mid-tone blue on your walls, then add a deep-blue sofa and a mix of softer blue accents, like pillows and window treatments. A monochromatic scheme feels sophisticated and modern. Plus, mastering this look is pretty foolproof, helping to take the guesswork out of choosing the right colors.
What Paint Color Looks Good Everywhere?
一种非常精致的油漆颜色极为通用,是Greige的柔和阴影。这是灰色和米色之间的完美混合物。这种不利的中立提供了一些颜色和温暖的迹象,使您的空间令人着迷,同时仍然可以作为您放置的空白。它具有任何装饰风格,并且可以与各种重音颜色协调。
For a fresh, modern look, add clean, breezy blue accents such as artwork, rugs, or decorative items like ceramic table lamps or vases. In kitchens and baths, give this color a modern edge by using matte-black hardware or plumbing fixtures.
How Do I Stylishly Mix Metal Finishes in a Room?
I believe mixing is so much better than matching. With metal knobs, pulls, and plumbing fixtures, my rule of thumb is to combine no more than two finishes in a room, one as the dominant finish and another as an accent.
For example, if you’re going with matte black as your primary finish in a kitchen, incorporate it on cabinet hardware, light fixtures, and door hardware, but try mixing in a brass faucet for a bright pop that contrasts nicely. Apply this approach with any combination of finishes. In a living space, mix metallic finishes on lighting and furniture. Or mix different variations of the same finish—for example, varying tones and sheens of gold and brass in your living room. Have fun with it!