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Ah, Spring. Here in Texas, Spring is fleeting. We get but just a few weeks of beautiful weather before our temperatures stay in the 90’s all summer long. Due to this, many homeowners love to decorate for spring and preserve that fresh feeling for as long as they can! We’ve chosen a few pantone paint shades that perfectly capture the essence of spring, and blend into even the most modern interior design trends!

Heirloom Lilac

Lilac is one of the newer trends we’ve been seeing pop up this year. This pantone shade is on the darker side, with some apparent gray undertones that allows it to act as more of a dark neutral, rather than a pastel. This shade would be absolutely perfect as an accent wall for a darker, cool toned room!

Elderberry

A few years back, “millennial pink” became extremely popular, and it’s safe to say the pink trend is here to stay! While elderberry definitely has some pink undertones, it’s more of a muted berry color. As part of the mauve family, it has both pink and purple tones, combining to create a gorgeous shade that would work beautifully in a sophisticated dining room, or as a cabinet color in a bright, fun kitchen!

Filmy

This shade is almost like a classic beige-neutral, but it’s subtle pink undertones give it a bit of edge and interest that we think would work really well in a lot of homes. We love seeing the “neutrals” family expand, and see clients open to new tones!

Cerulean 

This is the ultimate, soft dusty blue shade that you’ve been searching for. For those that are tired of neutrals but prefer lighter colors, try this out in your bedroom, bathroom, living room or kitchen. It’s great for just about anywhere! 

Aqua Haze 

This is a beautiful shade of light teal that rests right in the middle of blue and green. This would be a great choice for an accent wall, or to use in the kitchen as a pop of color on your cabinets and woodwork.

Did any of these colors strike your fancy? If you’re ready to get your home fresh for spring, give us a call today! 

Accent walls have been popular for quite some time now, and for good reason! They allow people to experiment with bold colors and patterns, without the commitment of painting an entire room. This way, the everyday homeowner is able to play with color in their home, without it being too overwhelming. And if they end up not liking the color, it is simple to repaint one wall instead of four. It’s a win-win!

Over the past couple of years, as interior design and home trends have begun to shift and change, accent walls are evolving to fit into modern home designs. Keep reading to find out how accent walls are making a comeback!

First things first, accents walls don’t have to be a bright color. They don’t even have to be a bold color. They simply offer a chance to bring contrast into a room. So if you’re not a fan of dark blues or bright reds, no need to worry. You can still enjoy an accent wall! 

Some of our favorite color options include:

Darks:

• Black (with blue tones)
• Navy
• Emerald Green
• Dark Grey

Lights:

• Sage or Olive Green
• Light Blues (with grey tones)
• Grey
• Wood (shiplap or patterned)
• White with a painted pattern

As you may notice, cool toned colors are typically more popular as accent walls. Unlike warm tones, cool tones are generally more relaxing, and pair with a wider variety of colors! 

Accents draw attention to architectural features.

Do you have a favorite feature of your room? Perhaps you love your new painted brick fireplace, or the kitchen has a beautiful indented breakfast nook. By choosing a suitable, contrasting color that coordinates with the rest of the room, you can draw more attention to your favorite areas, highlighting instead of hiding them.

Paint your built-ins to act as accent walls.

Built-in cabinets, bookshelves or even kitchen islands offer a fantastic opportunity to bring in a contrasting color, introducing another element of interest into a space. Imagine an all-white kitchen with an island whose base is painted a deep, dark blue. This one pop of color transforms the way the space feels, bringing a sophisticated feeling, without causing the entire room to feel dark. Just a touch of color in the right place- that’s what accents are about!

Accent walls help define purpose in your space.

Use color to help define purpose in the midst of a large space. Perhaps your living room is an open floor plan, and you’re seeking to define the spaces within that large room. An accent wall can help determine what part of that space is your dining room, without using any kind of divider.

Have some ideas on how an accent wall can elevate your space? Contact us today, let’s add a pop of color to your home!