2025 Paint Colors of the Year: Why More is Sometimes Better
When it comes to home decor, colors can really make or break the vibe of a space. Each year, big names in paint, like Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore, release their Color of the Year picks. But while I love seeing fresh ideas, I’ve always been a bit skeptical of these “Color of the Year” selections. […]
From Digital Visions to Architectural Reality: Transforming Concepts into Structures
In a previous post, we dived into the crucial role of 3D renderings in selecting exterior color palettes for a new construction. Today, I’m thrilled to share the outcome of that process. Seeing the transition from digital renderings to a tangible, standing structure is always a rewarding experience. This particular project, completed for Brikat Homes, […]
Sherwin-Williams Reveals Upward SW 6239 as the 2024 Color of the Year: A Serene Shade of Blue
Sherwin-Williams has recently announced its choice for the 2024 Color of the Year: Upward SW 6239, a gentle and calming shade of blue. This is how SW describes it: “this denim blue with calm gray undertones will have you dreamily adrift in the stratosphere. Pair this light neutral with a cool pastel to complete the […]
How Dark Color Paint Can Help You Sleep Better
The color of your bedroom walls can have a huge impact on how well you sleep. While most people are aware that light colors can make a room appear brighter, not as many know that dark paint colors can also be beneficial, especially when it comes to getting a good night’s rest. Let’s look at […]
The dilemma of secondary bedrooms
Home staging tip: To stage or not to stage, that is the question, and more specifically, to stage or not to stage secondary bedrooms. Usually, my answer is always no, unless the property is quite small and has only two bedrooms, and by that, I mean the master bedroom and one regular bedroom. But even […]
How to choose a color scheme in home staging
This house sold in 6 days for $85,000 over asking price Home staging tip: Even though home staging involves a creative process where you have, let’s say, the “freedom” to select a certain color scheme, sometimes this freedom is limited by the architectural features of the property itself. Take this house for example, as […]