Product News: I first wrote about
the growing popularity of gray for interior design in June 2012. Almost a year
and a half later, it remains high on color preference lists. It’s an emotional
and inspiring hue. There’s nothing more electrifying than the sky before a thunderstorm
– deep, dark gray illuminated by spectacular bolts of lightning.
On the other
hand, nothing enriches the hue of a flower than when it’s set against a
background of a gray sky or textured tree trunk darkened by the rain. 
I prefer deep shades of gray. In addition to exuding charm
and elegance, a dark room appears larger. The corners of the room seem to
recede, causing boundaries to disappear. Dark rooms also enhance mood, infusing
a peaceful quietness.
Used in combination with gray, colors are enhanced and seem to pop.
I used several interesting shades of
gray paint - some with textural interest - in 2013 to create wonderfully rich
and sophisticated spaces.
Benjamin Moore's Metallic Gray on a
dining area wall adds sparkle and texture. The remaining kitchen walls were painted an egg shell finish in Northern Cliffs
1536.
I used Ralph Lauren's Suede in Caminos Gray for a home office which I found has a
surprisingly rich and textured finish. (left)
Another happy result was painting a living room wall gray/brown in Benjamin Moore's Gargoyle 1546. The abundance of natural light from floor to ceiling glass and mirrors made a potentially drab look FAB! (right)
I tied in a kitchen with a living
room, using Benjamin Moore's Gunmetal 1602 behind and around the kitchen's upper cabinetry
and on the dropped ceiling that holds the HVAC which continues into the LR and
continues onto a MDF wall system. (left and below)
See more in my portfolio on houzz.com
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