Carleton Varney, an interior designer who bathed his spaces in emerald green and melon orange, azalea pink and royal blue, acquiring the moniker “Mr. Color” with a roster of A-list clients including Joan Crawford and Jimmy Carter, died July 14 at a hospital in West Palm Beach, Fla. He was […]
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Kit Kemp’s space-enhancing color rule will change how you use bold tones for good
Interior designer Kit Kemp’s name is synonymous with color. Drawing influences from all corners of the world, her decorating palette spans from Barbados-inspired turquoise to rusty oranges of New York City. However, despite her use of abundant color, Kit’s schemes are far from overwhelming. Instead, her room color ideas remain […]
Decorating with brown: 10 ways to use this warm versatile color
Decorating with brown is not always an obvious choice, and in the past it has had a reputation for being outdated. However, in recent years brown has become increasingly popular with those looking for a grounding, earthy neutral to bring warmth to interiors. With a spectrum stretching from cappuccino and […]
Pink bedroom ideas: 10 ways to use this pretty color
Pink bedroom ideas are the optimum choice for introducing warmth, romance and softness to a bedroom scheme. An on-trend shade conjuring up soothing and sophistication, pink works well with many colors, such as calmer greens, blues and greys or striking hot shades of red, orange and yellows. For a subtler […]