Control, edit and distill.

Too many bright colors make for congestion. Too many bright colors need, above all, contrast in value, to eliminate vibration.

Color is a major element in scale. A small room can have a larger look by the use of closely related values, hues, and intensity. A large room can be made to look smaller by marked contrasts of color and value, hue, and intensity. Value is one of the most important elements. Whether light or dark, little value contrast makes for unity, and sharper contrast makes for stronger punctuation.

Interiors speak! Rooms emphasize whether one exists or lives, and there is a great difference between the two!

It is general knowledge for anyone interested in color that subdued value, intensity and hue make for quieter, less adventuresome interiors. Stronger approaches need stronger knowledge, more experience and flair.

Remember, color is not just color, but mood, temperature and structure.

Training the eye is the most important way to gain an appreciation and understanding of good design in busienss management.