I have never been a fan of orange in interior design, probably in large part because it is typically used in very modern or hip rooms. However, these three rooms have caused me to see orange in an entirely new light and I am frankly smitten. This first room is from the apartment of
Mary Jane Pool. I love the tufted orange day bed, the deep orange glazed walls, the leopard carpet, and the pink chair.
This second room room is by interior designer
Sara Story and was shown at the 2008 Orchard Hill Show House. It was featured just recently in the April 2009 Traditional Home. The use of orange to create the feel of sunset with this gorgeous hand painted Chinoiserie wallpaper, instead of the more expected blue Chinoiserie was inspired. Notice too how the black really pops against the orange.
This stunning room is from the
Greystone Show House and was created by interior designer
James Lumsden in this gentleman's bedroom. I love the orange walls and the mix of French Moderne, Italian, and English with the bold graphics. Notice the use of red and blue accents.
If you are looking for an elegant orange paint color, check out Farrow & Ball Orangery-a typical 18th century terra cotta color used much in orangeries.
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