As we look ahead to 2024, it's important to reflect back on what colors we should leave behind. Since interior designers work with so many different color palettes throughout their projects, we asked a few to share the colors they'd be happy parting ways with and why.
This way, we will be able to embrace new hues that will refresh our current or new spaces. Read on to find out what five colors need to stay back in 2023.
Many people think of gray as a classic color, but as it turns out, some designers are more than ready to move beyond this simple shade.
Jennifer Hunter, the founder of Jennifer Hunter Design in New York City, is ready to bid adieu to plain grays in favor of colors that bring a little more vibrance and personality into a space. «We love when clients are open to color and pattern,» she says. «We hope to see an increase in clients who are ready to embrace the bold in 2024.»
Other designers also have strong opinions regarding gray. Amy Vroom, the founder of The Residency Bureau in Seattle, has simply had enough of plain gray.
«It doesn't bring me joy, especially living in the Pacific Northwest where we have cloud cover for a good portion of the year,» she says.
But she is eager to help those who often rely upon the hue source alternative shades. She recommends choosing a gray-blue hue instead of a classic gray. «It's a timeless color with an updated twist,» she says.
Laura Umansky, the founder of Laura U Design Collective in Houston, is also averse to cool grays. «They have taken a backseat as warmer tones and bold, vibrant colors dominate the current trends,» she says. And greige—a combination of gray and beige that is especially popular in kitchens and living rooms—isn't her favorite option, either.
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Most kitchens are outfitted with a stovetop fan (or a range hood or microwave fan) to reduce smoke and improve air quality in the kitchen. With wildfire smoke and other air-quality issues, some homeowners have asked whether these fans improve the air quality in the rest of the home.
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Whether you’re considering a full kitchen renovation—so long, rickety cabinets and outdated backsplash—or simply need to stock up on a few essential kitchen tools, there’s no getting around it: kitchens are expensive. Not every aspect of your kitchen needs to blow your budget, though. We tapped two interior designers, both with extensive kitchen experience, to spill the kitchen items they say aren’t worth the splurge. “There are so many choices when it comes to outfitting a kitchen, with just as many price points to choose from,” according to interior designer Kristina Phillips. “Most would agree that countertops and appliances are worth spending money on, but there are a few items that don't need splurging to be effective.” Read on for their recommendations, both big and small—your budget will thank you.
Mums are synonymous with fall. Thanks to their late bloom period, these beautiful flowers make a much-welcomed addition to the home landscape. Potted mums from garden centers adorn porches, patios, and even indoor spaces. Though some choose to treat these flowers as an annual, many have found success wintering mums in garden beds. You may also wonder if you can divide mums. “Can you split mums” is a question we often hear during the fall months.