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 ...

You can see them positioned opposite one another on the color wheel above. Note that there are various color models, on top of RYB, which produce different complements. For example, within the ...

When adding color to a room design, many people start with things that are easy to implement, like cloth furnishings, such as cushions or curtains. Curtains sometimes cover a large area and can affect ...

It took me a long time to finally figure out what bothered me about my herb garden. The plants were deadheaded and otherwise neat. The walks were swept and tidy. Still something seemed amiss. Weeks ...

Then came the explanation of complementary colors, those opposite each other on the color wheel, which had an "extra special" relationship, like the sun and the moon. I don't know about you, but that ...

We asked two interior designers how they choose paint colors for their clients' homes. A few things they consider: how different paint finishes interact with certain surfaces, how natural light ...

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 ...

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 ...