Clashing colors demand attention, with rooms that include them often seen as bold and challenging. On the color wheel, colors that sit opposite each other are considered contrasting, and therefore, in ...

Welcome back to Ask Talie Jane! I’m Talie, your design insider and go-to guide for spaces that truly work. Today’s sizzling question: How do I determine a color palette for my home? · Jan ...

Chromatics are compelling and psychological—and their impact is perhaps that much more poignant when using analogous colors. The color scheme is derived from color theory—the study of how hues connect ...

DIY decorators often get the furniture plan right and nail the neutrals but then cringe like the Cowardly Lion when choosing color. Afraid of making a mistake, we default to neutrals and maybe one ...

Like many do-it-yourself decorators, I’m always on the lookout for ways to bridge the gap between my limited skillset and the world of fine design. I look for what great designers know that the rest ...

Color harmony, meaning the principle of colors working well together, is a significant component of design. Architects, designers and specifiers must strategically consider how colors will interact in ...

Even though we learn our colors in primary school, the art of color coordination is still tricky. But knowing how to combine the right colors can help you transform your home, wardrobe, and creative ...

You don't have to invest in a full-on renovation to spice up a room. Color blocking is an affordable technique you can apply ...

Even though Isaac Newton’s experiments and observations led to the development of the color wheel during the 17th century, his revolution in the understanding and application of colors continues to ...

How does color work? It seems that as men we have an innate fear when it comes to color. It confuses and scares us. Most men prefer to stick to neutral shades, let’s be honest…it can be pretty boring ...

To combine colors at home like a pro, use colors that live across from each other on the color wheel. (Dreamtime) Like many do-it-yourself decorators, I'm always on the lookout for ways to bridge the ...