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There are few elements in our environment that have as much affect on the human mind and spirit as color does. Color is a powerful force that can be inspired by nature and other environmental origins, or can be completely contrived, creating unusual presentations that bewilder the mind and senses.
Designing a rustic home that typically has a predisposition to include lots of nature’s neutral textures and colors can sometimes be considered a challenge to decorate around. The teeter totter decisions of “should I color, or should I not” is not unusual, but with a little understanding of how to determine your ideal color palette by grasping the basic concepts of color, you can develop harmony and balance in your home. Or, communicate to the pros, like your interior designer, so that together you can create your ultimate personalized space without regrets.
In a wood home, the overall architectural style, amount and type of wood, as well as other natural materials like stone, tile and even mortar will set the basic framework of your palette. Sometimes demographics or local covenants might play a role in the basic backdrop. Stain colors and stone choices can be manipulated to look darker or lighter, or even to mimic another material.
Before diving in and buying red towels or painting your exercise room gray, close your eyes and think of your personality and which colors you love. If you can’t pick some favorites, peek into your closet and look in the mirror. You might be surprised that what looks good on you will usually look good around, above and below you. Don’t panic if you see all white, beige, gray, black or brown. These are great “non-colors” that have a profound effect on scale, proportion and can be very restful and sophisticated when layered in various textures and intensities.
Homeowners often decorate without color simply because they don’t understand it, and therefore fear it. They have been told that neutral is safe, or clean, or that by keeping things neutral they will maintain their resale value and not look dated. While some of this is true, there are a few perspectives that you need to know before making dramatic or expensive color commitments. Will you be living in this home forever? If so, do what you like - this home is all about you and every square foot should have your family’s mark all over it. Definitely building “up” and planning to sell? Incorporate color into things that are not expensive or difficult to change. Painted accent walls, area rugs, furniture and accessories are easy ways to bring new colors into your home.
Today’s hybrid insulated log-wall building phenomenon has enabled homeowners to experiment with color and texture. Incorporating a variety of building materials, interior drywall/plaster, and a more “transitional” design approach makes these homes ideal for personalization.
Color has a profound effect on behavior and mood. Some colors stimulate and energize, while others create a restful, serene feel. Some colors are predominately construed as being cold or warm, while others feel whimsical and buoyant. Often one color, in various shades, tints, tones and values can have any of these characteristics. For example, a vibrant yellow is warm and energizing; while a soft, pale yellow-white can feel cool and airy. Going on a diet? Don’t paint the kitchen yellow and red! Red is an appetite stimulant, and yellow is the color fastest to incite an argument either with yourself or others. Designing a nursery? Again, bright yellow alert! It’s proven that babies cry more in yellow rooms than in any other color. Soft greens and blues are the new baby “neutrals” and are much more soothing.
Calm spaces equal calm minds. You can achieve this by creating a monochromatic look by layering the same color throughout the room in various shades and textures. If you get bored with certain looks fast and love to change every few years, design with neutrals and rotate accessories, a single painted wall, or artwork. Always add black in every neutral space to anchor and accent the neutral tones. Ideas to bring in black include lamps, frames, fabrics, rugs or accessories like candleholders and vessels.
Go to wisconsinloghomes.com or e-mail our resident interior designer, Stephanie, at sgauthier@wislog.com.
Designing a rustic home that typically has a predisposition to include lots of nature’s neutral textures and colors can sometimes be considered a challenge to decorate around. The teeter totter decisions of “should I color, or should I not” is not unusual, but with a little understanding of how to determine your ideal color palette by grasping the basic concepts of color, you can develop harmony and balance in your home. Or, communicate to the pros, like your interior designer, so that together you can create your ultimate personalized space without regrets.
In a wood home, the overall architectural style, amount and type of wood, as well as other natural materials like stone, tile and even mortar will set the basic framework of your palette. Sometimes demographics or local covenants might play a role in the basic backdrop. Stain colors and stone choices can be manipulated to look darker or lighter, or even to mimic another material.
Before diving in and buying red towels or painting your exercise room gray, close your eyes and think of your personality and which colors you love. If you can’t pick some favorites, peek into your closet and look in the mirror. You might be surprised that what looks good on you will usually look good around, above and below you. Don’t panic if you see all white, beige, gray, black or brown. These are great “non-colors” that have a profound effect on scale, proportion and can be very restful and sophisticated when layered in various textures and intensities.
Homeowners often decorate without color simply because they don’t understand it, and therefore fear it. They have been told that neutral is safe, or clean, or that by keeping things neutral they will maintain their resale value and not look dated. While some of this is true, there are a few perspectives that you need to know before making dramatic or expensive color commitments. Will you be living in this home forever? If so, do what you like - this home is all about you and every square foot should have your family’s mark all over it. Definitely building “up” and planning to sell? Incorporate color into things that are not expensive or difficult to change. Painted accent walls, area rugs, furniture and accessories are easy ways to bring new colors into your home.
Today’s hybrid insulated log-wall building phenomenon has enabled homeowners to experiment with color and texture. Incorporating a variety of building materials, interior drywall/plaster, and a more “transitional” design approach makes these homes ideal for personalization.
Color has a profound effect on behavior and mood. Some colors stimulate and energize, while others create a restful, serene feel. Some colors are predominately construed as being cold or warm, while others feel whimsical and buoyant. Often one color, in various shades, tints, tones and values can have any of these characteristics. For example, a vibrant yellow is warm and energizing; while a soft, pale yellow-white can feel cool and airy. Going on a diet? Don’t paint the kitchen yellow and red! Red is an appetite stimulant, and yellow is the color fastest to incite an argument either with yourself or others. Designing a nursery? Again, bright yellow alert! It’s proven that babies cry more in yellow rooms than in any other color. Soft greens and blues are the new baby “neutrals” and are much more soothing.
Calm spaces equal calm minds. You can achieve this by creating a monochromatic look by layering the same color throughout the room in various shades and textures. If you get bored with certain looks fast and love to change every few years, design with neutrals and rotate accessories, a single painted wall, or artwork. Always add black in every neutral space to anchor and accent the neutral tones. Ideas to bring in black include lamps, frames, fabrics, rugs or accessories like candleholders and vessels.
Go to wisconsinloghomes.com or e-mail our resident interior designer, Stephanie, at sgauthier@wislog.com.
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