While neutrals provide a great foundation for any room, color offers personality and drama. Learn how to transform a brown space into a visual delight with a few brightening hues from interior design expert and Dream Team member Jennifer Adams in the latest edition of Ask a Pro!
Question: How do I add color to my interior design? I currently have brown floors, couches and a tan rug.
Kim F.
Answer: Brown is a wonderful foundation in which to add color. I recommend contrasting completely and boosting interest with white or ivory, especially for walls.
Add textural fabrics
Wool, linen or raw silk provide options for increasing visual interest in a room. Baskets, natural treasures, aged wood pieces or large driftwood pieces make for darling accessories. Furry area rugs make great options, particularly ones from Morocco. Consider one with colorful geometric shapes for drama.
For some color
Consider warmer tones or navy blue along with off-white colors. Stay away from bright turquoise, forest or mint. If you like green, choose warmer olive or sage. Earthy burgundy tones and dusty rose hues are also stylish alternatives.
Artwork and area rugs
Natural tones will give you a starting point to add color. Choose some of the warmer tones for pillows, vases, blankets and small accents.
Jennifer Adams
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