Welcome to the latest Color Notes posting. The purpose of this series is to share inspiring products and helpful ideas for the many hues you might want to incorporate into your home's design scheme. One of my colleagues - the talented and lovely Nikki Harmon - is planning colors for her new apartment, so I asked her whether she'd prefer to see Orange or Green noted next. Her answer was a resounding "Orange," so here you go!Why orange?
Orange blends the warmth of red and yellow, the two primary colors that come together to create it. So you can pretty much use it in the same rooms you'd use either of those shades - e.g., kitchens, dining rooms, home office, study, laundry room.
A deep pumpkin will enhance a library or study. A bright citrus can add a kick to a teen's room or a man cave.
Where not to go orange
I'd avoid orange in a bedroom, as its red tones might cause sleeplessness. I'd also avoid it in a bath or study intended for relaxation. I also wouldn't pair orange with mid-tone woods like golden oak, as the look will just go muddy.
I love orange with...
Olive, brown and cream
Orange you excited?
How daring do you feel today? Here are some awesome orange goodies to consider for your favorite room in the house...
Sit pretty on this Egg Chair at Design within Reach
Or on Pottery Barn's Olivia Sofette
Or in Z Gallerie's Soho Pavilion
Go exotic with Gump's Orange Dragon Garden Stool
West Elm's Embroidered Ethnic Duvet Covers
Or Wisteria's Moorish Chest
West Elm's Embroidered Ethnic Duvet Covers
Or Wisteria's Moorish Chest
Go retro with Urban Outfitters' Jet Set Storage Bench(Reminds me of the 1950s sofa and chairs I grew up with!)
Pottery Barn's Argyle Knit Euro Shams
An Authentic 1960s Phone from Naked Decor, (formerly Home Republic)
Or Urban Outfitters' Velvet Pouf Pillow
Go mod with Jonathan Adler's Capri Bottle Lamp
This surprising Jupiter Bistro Table on Bed, Bath & Beyond's site
An Orange Lacquer Bath Ensemble, also at Bed, Bath & Beyond
Target.com's Pod Chair
Caesarstone's Warm Red CountertopsColor Notes: A Red-time Story
Color Notes: A Room Full of Blues
Color Notes: The White Album
Color Notes: Purple Haze
Color Notes: Orange Crush
Color Notes: Green Day
That phone is very cool! I love a good throwback to the days of Doris Day and Rock Hudson!
ReplyDeleteI am loving orange lately too. The moorish chest is my fav.
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cristin
How about an orange Vespa? I bought one this year to replace my black one...
ReplyDeleteLove your samples. Although orange is a soothing color, i think it's too warm to use in tropical areas. But it can be perfect for accentuating the atmosphere of a room.
ReplyDeleteU know orange has never been one of my colours but the jupitar bistro table would look fab for my laptop!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the great comments! I recently bought West Elm's Martini side table in orange for Chez J. It looks terrific next to my Danish walnut sidechairs!
ReplyDeleteCheck out Asian Tiger Marmoleum. That is my kitchen floor, and I love it! Had it over 2 years, and I still love it!
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Orange is the predominant color, but there's also red, yellow, and blue.
Marmoleum is a great product! Good for you, A, for using it in your kitchen.
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