
Don’t be afraid of bright color — just use it judiciously. A few pops of persimmon in a sand-hued room, for example, can turn nondescript into sophisticated without a lot of undue expense. Contrasting a bright color against a subdued one will enhance the appeal of both. You can vary the tones and textures of the softer background color in fabrics, paints and finishes, but keep the accent color a consistent hue and intensity throughout.
Your home wants to get noticed, too. Give it a punch of color and watch it wake up!