Decorating

Home design & decorating tips about architecture, color schemes, paint colors, interior styles, and so on.

Decorating

Colors that Go with Khaki
| Updated November 9, 2023 | Published February 11, 2022

Khaki is a sandy shade of light brown with yellow undertones. It is not the same as khaki green, which has more of an olive green color. Khaki is synonymous with military uniforms around the world, but particularly in desert environments where it offers a good level of camouflage.

Colors that Go with Dark Purple
| Updated November 11, 2023 | Published February 5, 2022

Dark purple is a deep purple shade that is sometimes known as royal purple because of the long history of this color being used by monarchs. Dark purple can vary from eggplant through to plum or mulberry, and it sometimes has blue undertones, or it can also have red undertones, which give it a fiery intensity.

Colors that Go with Dark Green
| Updated November 11, 2023 | Published February 5, 2022

Dark green is a huge trend in interior design right now, which keeps going from strength to strength. One of the reasons why dark green has longevity and is taking center stage on the interior scene for longer than you might expect is because it can actually be used as a neutral. Here we look at how to use this popular color in your interior space and which colors to pair it with.

Colors that Go with Dark Blue
| Updated November 11, 2023 | Published February 4, 2022

Historically, dark blue has not been very trendy in interior design because, for a long time, people have leaned towards paler and more neutral colors. However, this is all changing with the rise in popularity of dark decor and the new understanding that dark rooms don’t always result in a small feeling space.

Colors that Go with Emerald Green
| Updated November 11, 2023 | Published January 31, 2022

Emerald green is a rich and deep shade of green that has become a favorite color for interior designers and decorators alike over the last two years, and it is showing no sign of slowing down. Emerald green is a stunning jewel-toned color that can be used to create a sense of luxury and wealth in a room, or it can be paired with more neutral tones for an earthy and natural vibe.

Richardsonian Romanesque Houses: History, Characteristics and Examples
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published January 31, 2022

The Richardsonian Romanesque style architecture goes back as far as the Medieval times in the Middle Ages. With its dominating churches and mansions, this style building can be seen in both the US and Europe. The impressive style is closely associated with the Romanesque Revival architecture, which also dates back to the Medieval times.

Colors that Go with Cyan
| Updated December 10, 2023 | Published January 31, 2022

Cyan is a color that is achieved by mixing blue light with green light, and so it sits right between blue and green on the color wheel. However, anyone looking at the color of cyan would most likely say that it is a shade of blue and not green.

Beaux-Arts Architecture
| Updated July 13, 2022 | Published January 31, 2022

The dramatic Beaux-Arts architecture is an easily identifiable building style that originates in 19th century France. The words opulence and drama are synonymous with this architectural style.

Colors that Go with Antique White
| Updated November 12, 2023 | Published January 31, 2022

The warmth in cream and antique white can make them difficult to match with other colors, but they can look very classic if you pair them with the right shades. Here we will look at some of the best colors to use with antique white and tips on using this shade in home decor.

Colors that Go with Terracotta
| Updated July 12, 2022 | Published January 29, 2022

Terracotta falls within the ‘orange’ color palette, but it is far from bright and vivid like most shades of orange. Instead, terracotta contains a lot of brown tones with a hint of gray to give it a really earthy, dusty hue. This is a color that is intensely warm, and therefore it lends itself well to cozy interiors.

Colors that Go with Taupe
| Updated November 4, 2023 | Published January 29, 2022

‘Taupe’ can be translated from French to mean ‘mole,’ which tells us a lot about this color already. The shade was named after the color of the French mole, which is a mix between gray and brown. Here we look at some of the best colors to pair with taupe to achieve a variety of different styles within the home.

Colors that Go with Rust
| Updated November 6, 2023 | Published January 29, 2022

Rust is an orange-brown shade with a subtle hint of red. It is very heavily saturated, which gives it an intense depth, and it is undoubtedly warming and rich. Rust is a similar shade to cinnamon, and it is a beautifully striking color to use in both fashion and interior design.