Let's talk turquoise

We've been noticing a resurgence of turquoise in home decor lately . . . and we love it.

The July-August 2012 issue of Elle Decoration (French) included some inspirational shots of turquoise -- including a lighter and a darker shade here:

Another page from the magazine shows a bright and happy turquoise accent wall:

We love how the bright yellows, greens, pinks and reds used elsewhere in the room just pop against the turquoise.

Houzz recently featured two ideabooks starring turquoise. One showcased a sophisticated Berkeley home, designed by Cheryl Burke, and this lovely wall.

The color is Benjamin Moore Galapagos Turquoise.

Another great Houzz ideabook offers sound advice for working with turquoise. We are crazy about the combination of colors shown here:

Design by CapeRace Cultural Adventures

The three shades of blue/turquoise with the bright yellow door and crisp white trim and floors -- beautiful!

And Jill's own dining room wall was painted turquoise last Fall . . .

Maybe it's time for us to revisit turquoise too!

Black and White: A Classic

When asked "are black and white colors?", you may not be so sure of the answer.  Some say that black is the absence of color, and white is all colors.  Others may just simply say they both are colors.   Well we know one  thing is for sure.  Whether or not they are or aren't, you can never go wrong with black and white!!  Its chic, its bold, its graphic, and most importantly its classic!  White can be used for the subtleties in a space, while black can make the big statement.  Finding the perfect balance of the contrasting "colors" can create a room that is beautiful, bold, and timeless.

 

Look How Easy It Is!!   

We simply changed out our pillows, a lamp and added a black ottoman,  and we created a whole new look and feel!!