DIY decorators often get the furniture plan right and nail the neutrals but then cringe like the Cowardly Lion when choosing color. Afraid of making a mistake, we default to neutrals and maybe one ...

Chromatics are compelling and psychological—and their impact is perhaps that much more poignant when using analogous colors. The color scheme is derived from color theory—the study of how hues connect ...

Clashing colors demand attention, with rooms that include them often seen as bold and challenging. On the color wheel, colors that sit opposite each other are considered contrasting, and therefore, in ...

The color wheel. We’ve all seen it, know the phrase, and are aware that’s it’s some kind of rainbow-toned round thing, but ...

Like many do-it-yourself decorators, I’m always on the lookout for ways to bridge the gap between my limited skillset and the world of fine design. I look for what great designers know that the rest ...

Color can evoke emotion, capture attention, and send a message. Whether you’re designing business cards, setting up a photo shoot, or shopping for throw pillows for your canary-yellow couch, choosing ...

Good taste in color combinations may contribute to your talent for art or graphic design, but it's important to learn color theory to expand your design potential. Color harmony is an aspect of color ...

Neon colors may be great for '80s nostalgia, but they're not likely to make your home feel calm and inviting. Oruncak notes ...

Like many do-it-yourself decorators, I’m always looking for ways to bridge the gap between my limited skill set and the world of fine design. I look for what great designers know that the rest of us ...