Paula Devon Raso Interior Design

Paint - Below is a photo of the BhulBhulaiya arches in Lucknow, India. They are a great reminder for anyone picking a paint color that tone, hue, and depth in relation to color never stays the same. Many elements can alter a color dramatically, such as, illustrated here LIGHT and SHADOW. Other variants include ANGLE, DISTANCE, the SURROUNDINGS, and DECORATIVE FEATURES.

So, when I select colors to present to a client, I make sure they see how that color will "act" on all of the surfaces where it is used.

We are lucky in the Pacific Northwest to often have views that the world would envy. This fortunate reality will often mean a shift in the design theme. In the examples below, notice that the furniture retains a low profile and the neutral color schemes do not detract from the splendor of the view. The goal, of course, is to provide a frame for the glories of the trees, water, and mountains.