Color!
A tad moodier than the previous hue, this dark green has quite a bit of gray in it, making it work well as a neutral green. It offers such a nice, grounding contrast to the abundant shades of white in this elegant kitchen. Shop for kitchen island lighting Jennifer Ott Design For a similar look: Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore.
Periwinkle, one of my favorite crayon colors as a kid, is an unusual choice for home decor, but I prefer it over the more (currently) popular pink. It can be cool and sophisticated or light and fun. Here it appears in small accents — on the front door and light fixture — but it can also be used in larger doses, especially if you go for a lighter and grayer shade.
This settee feels a little bit Queen Anne-ish (1700-1745), with its graceful, dainty rolled arms and high back. Velvet upholstery, as seen here, was typical, as were formal damasks and brocades, with chintz and taffetas coming in at a close second. The straight tapered legs of the settee suggest a more Neoclassical style popular from the late 1700s through the mid-1840s.
The vegetal cabinet color here gives this kitchen a welcoming feel. It’s a cool and refreshing hue for kitchens in warm climates, but it has enough warmth that it can also work well in a colder climate. It helps makes this kitchen homey and hospitable. Jennifer Ott Design For a similar look: Hillside Grove by Behr.
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