Hi everyone,
I have just bought a beautiful 1930's white bungalow, it is really full of character and I want to keep it that way. My question is: Does anyone have any ideas on a colour scheme for the living room so that it blends in with the style of the house ? I am really stuck, it is a light cream colour at the moment, but I would like to put " my mark" on it . Any ideas ? I'm not keen on art deco so any advice will be fully appreciated. Thank you in advance for your help .
2007-09-05 05:50:47 · 7 answers · asked by Paris69 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
By " my mark" I mean I want to make it unique. I have looked at lots of magazines, I have checked on the web but nothing " stands out" to me .
Thanks to everyone that has answered, I really appreciate it .
2007-09-05 18:42:39 · update #1
andyman..lol..I have been next door, that didn't help either, lol !
2007-09-05 18:43:35 · update #2
Light cream is a good colour in any room. It's neutral and any furniture you buy should go well in the room. Try to avoid harsh colours. It can be tempting to "put your mark" into a house and harsh colours can sometimes seem to "warm up a room", but stick to subtle colours. If you want to add a little colour to the walls, try pastel shades. Nice and subtle!
Best of luck!
2007-09-05 06:00:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're going for a "cottage style," then I would recommend something light & airy, like Sherwin Williams' "aqueduct." But if you're leaning more towards Arts & Crafts/Frank Lloyd Wright style, the I would go for a more muted tone, like "Sands of Time" or "Superior Bronze."
Try checking out some magazines, like "Country Living," "Cottage Living," and "American Bungalow" for some ideas.
2007-09-05 06:03:36 · answer #2 · answered by yowza 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check with your grandmother or other packrat for magazines from the era ... or check an online auction like *-bay for old periodicals. There will be a few color photos and lots of verbiage to describe the interior decorating articles, along with descriptive color names to help you choose authentic period styles. With one or two retro pieces (armchair, breakfast table & chairs; lamps) you should be able to bring in your current favorites and retain the charm of the past.
2007-09-05 07:35:20 · answer #3 · answered by Barbara E 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would suggest painting one accent wall in sea-foam green. Simple, minimalistic, and easy to fix if you don't like it.
2007-09-05 06:22:36 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
wait until your neighbour goes out. nip round and peer through the window for ideas.
2007-09-05 13:37:58 · answer #5 · answered by andyman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i built our villa in france we painted the lounge magnolia on 3 walls and pale blue on the other and every ones loves it
2007-09-05 07:01:10 · answer #6 · answered by boy boy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What mark?
2007-09-05 05:59:52 · answer #7 · answered by Hahaha! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋