The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Decorating With Color (U)

It's the most powerful weapon in your decorating arsenal -- and the easiest to use. So look at color at its country best! Pale naturals and pastels enliven rooms with refreshing delicacy. Four bold and brilliant hues -- yellow, red, blue, and green -- turn up the volume on drama. Add vibrant color everywhere in an infinity of ways, from paint and fabric to decorating details such as wallpaper, rugs, and art. More than 200 color photographs provide simple, fresh ideas for designing a warm, inviting home. Manipulate space and light with a mix of woods and whites. Stone walls and fireplaces enhance decorating schemes that emphasize other neutral shades, and add richness to primary-color accents. Sunny yellow window trims and stair railings give a foyer a welcoming personality. Frame a dark blue room. with white to keep it bright. You'll see what a vital tool for self-expression color can be!