Rethink entries, closets and doors. If you have unattractive sliding closet doors or an awkwardly tight entryway, consider replacing the doors with curtains. They take up less space, add softness and provide another opportunity to layer in color and texture. It's a relatively simple change to undertake, and it can make a huge difference in the feel of the room.
Fresh romantic. Pure linen sheets or pillow shams, flowing white curtains and fresh flowers are musts for this look. Practicing a bit of restraint will keep it from veering into froufrou territory — a bit of a ruffle perhaps, but skip the floral prints. Walls painted a pale minty green provide a soothing backdrop.
For those who prefer light neutral walls but are on the hunt for an alternative to white, beige or gray, think about going with a pale green or soft yellow as your main neutral. If the hue has a bit of gray or brown, it will work as a neutral. Then add a small hit of bold yellow to really spice up the space.
Benjamin Moore SaveEmail Guilford Green has actually long served as one of my go-to exterior house colors. It’s a less-expected neutral alternative to tan and gray, but it’s still mellow enough to use in large doses — as the main siding color. Because of its neutral quality, you can easily pair it with a more vibrant trim or front door color.
I like the choice of Guilford Green for the cabinets in this laundry room. Many laundry rooms have limited natural light, or none at all, so it’s smart to keep the color palette light. But light doesn’t have to mean white, and Guilford Green adds a nice splash of color without making the space feel dark or dreary.
Solitute AF-545 by Benjamin Moore
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