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Houzz Contributor. Fresh out of journalism school, I fell into decorating media and immediately discovered a new passion. An Atlanta native, I spent several years as an editor for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles magazine before making the leap to national publications and websites such as Houzz, Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Accents. I live in Birmingham, Alabama, with my husband and son, who’ve gotten used to coming home and finding the furniture rearranged. When I'm not dragging case goods across the floor, I enjoy good food and wine, college football, music of all kinds, and traveling.
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Whoever pointed out that we eat with our eyes as well as our mouths must go into sensory overdrive at the local farmer's market. From glistening tomatoes and dusky peaches to piles of squash and peppers, the natural colors of summer produce add up to a stunning effect — and that goes for your home as well. Pick up a basket and pluck a little inspiration!
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Tomato
Ripe, red tomatoes, plump with juice, are the quintessential symbol of summer, and their rich hue looks just as mouthwatering in interiors as on the plate.
The key is not to go overboard — a little of this brilliant shade goes a long way. In this dining room, the red walls draw attention to the artwork by echoing one of its colors, even as the neutral wooden furnishings keep the tomato hue in check.
Ripe, red tomatoes, plump with juice, are the quintessential symbol of summer, and their rich hue looks just as mouthwatering in interiors as on the plate.
The key is not to go overboard — a little of this brilliant shade goes a long way. In this dining room, the red walls draw attention to the artwork by echoing one of its colors, even as the neutral wooden furnishings keep the tomato hue in check.
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Tomato gets a softer spin in this space, like the creamiest summer soup you can imagine. The curtain edging and ikat sofa fabric add a shot of vitality without making too much noise.
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| On a side note, how fun are these prefab tomato-shaped cottages? My dream playhouse when I was a kid would have looked like this. |
by Andrea Meyers
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Blueberry
These power-packed gems reach their peak at the same time the thermometer does. Their luscious color, somewhere between royal blue and dusty indigo, makes a space richer just by showing up.
These power-packed gems reach their peak at the same time the thermometer does. Their luscious color, somewhere between royal blue and dusty indigo, makes a space richer just by showing up.
by Nina Jizhar
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Sometimes a little dab'll do ya. A blueberry-tone pillow and a petite vase lend just a hint of cool, controlled color to this bedroom, but they don't thwart its serenity.
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| Or you can go the opposite route and drench the space in pure blue. I'm digging the bright, saturated color of this tile — it makes the bathroom feel so splashy and exuberant. |
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Blueberry gets a more dignified, traditional spin in this dining space, but it still feels fresher than a natural wood tone or white paint. If you're not sure about committing to brightly colored cabinetry, a smaller section such as this can be a great opportunity to road test it.
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Watermelon
What's summer without sinking your teeth into a giant slab of watermelon, juice running down both arms? This sunny space feels every bit as crisp and refreshing as the real deal.
What's summer without sinking your teeth into a giant slab of watermelon, juice running down both arms? This sunny space feels every bit as crisp and refreshing as the real deal.
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A dose of white cuts the pink in this bedroom and keeps it from looking too sweet.
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| Strokes of watermelon, coupled with the same bright green you'd see on the rind, create a perennially summery air in this space. |
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Corn
It's the season for gorgeous golden ears, shucked and plunged in a pot of boiling water or tossed on the grill. That same yellow shade offers a feast for the eyes — just look how these pale maize draperies glow against the window and beckon you in.
It's the season for gorgeous golden ears, shucked and plunged in a pot of boiling water or tossed on the grill. That same yellow shade offers a feast for the eyes — just look how these pale maize draperies glow against the window and beckon you in.
Cornsilk-colored cabinetry cloaks this kitchen in sunshine. It's less expected than white, but neutral enough not to overtake the space.
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by Kathy Morgan
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| The color of this dhurrie rug is actually called Corn and Cream. I'm not sure about you, but it makes me want to sink my teeth right into the room. |
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Apricot
I love to munch on apricots in the summertime, but when it comes to using them in design ... well, let's say I'm not a fan. When the hue is borderline orange, though, as in this sitting area, I find it much more palatable.
I love to munch on apricots in the summertime, but when it comes to using them in design ... well, let's say I'm not a fan. When the hue is borderline orange, though, as in this sitting area, I find it much more palatable.
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I could also live with just a touch of apricot, such as this drum pendant.
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Avocado
From fresh salads to guacamole, avocado gets a summer party started. This 1970s favorite has made a roaring comeback — it adds instant personality and a hipster edge to this little vignette.
From fresh salads to guacamole, avocado gets a summer party started. This 1970s favorite has made a roaring comeback — it adds instant personality and a hipster edge to this little vignette.
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What's better than one avocado? Two. The double-tone paint treatment on this house is so fun and whimsical. If these were my neighbors, I'd invite them over — they have to be interesting people.
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| A band of avocado keeps an otherwise white kitchen from feeling one note. |
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Eggplant
Just try to resist that shiny purple. Eggplant has a gravitas and a regal air that few other colors can match.
Just try to resist that shiny purple. Eggplant has a gravitas and a regal air that few other colors can match.
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How many people would think of eggplant for a kid's space? It's an inspired choice — sophisticated, but playful enough that it totally works.
Overscale eggplant blossoms make this chair feel lively and vibrant.
Tell us: What's your favorite farmer's market color? Share it in the Comments.
More: Ideas from the most colorful homes on Houzz
Tell us: What's your favorite farmer's market color? Share it in the Comments.
More: Ideas from the most colorful homes on Houzz
Ideabook updated on May 22, 2012.
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