Name: Rachel
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Type of Home: Condo
What inspired you to use color? I've always loved bold colors. For years I lived in white- and beige-walled apartments and disliked the blah-ness of it all. I often dreamed about the colors I would paint the walls when I had a home, so some of the rooms in my condo are as I had imagined I wanted them, but others it was just a matter of taking a risk and picking a bold color when I was standing in front of all those paint chips...
Color Tip: Don't be afraid to use bold colors on the walls because it can transform a room in ways you hadn't envisioned. And, in the world of home decor, paint is relatively cheap, so it's mainly an investment of time.
Colors Used: Bathroom: Behr, Scottish Isle
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Comments (31)
I'm loving the odd-man-out red chair, lol
love the colors - especially the green!
I'm dying to hear the story of the artwork in the kitchen.
WHAT IS THE GREEN IN THE BATHROOM??? I MUST HAVE!!!
Sorry...I'm an idiot. I now see that you kindly posted the color in your posting. Mea culpa.
My bathroom is almost the same shade of green! I love it--very vibrant.
That green is simply the best bathroom color I've ever seen. Gorgeous!
-Ruth
I must have that jewelry case! where is that from?
I keep getting more and more jealous the more of these submissions I see...so many beautiful places. I guess I really do need that fall cure...
That green color is awesome!
What a lovely - and tidy - home.
LOve the fish!! framed maps! and yes..hahahah red odd man out chair! This is truly a 'home'!!!
wonderful color choices!
looks cozy
I love the dark floors with the white trim and light blue walls.
Gorgeous bathroom!
WOW i normally wouldn't think of green for a bathroom, but this is fantastic.
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I love the framed maps, and the green is absolutely delicious!
I love it, really nice bathroom
You should find a red friend for the red chair, it makes me sad for her ;)
Thanks to all of you for your very nice comments & compliments! I'm glad y'all like my place!
JulesDC, I got the jewelry case from Pottery Barn. Here's the link: http://www.potterybarn.com/products/p6133/index.cfm?pkey=cjewelry%2Dboxes%2Dmens%2Daccessories&cm_src=sch
Nazrd, the artwork in the kitchen is my own. Just cartoons I do of my friends and family.
What I love about this condo is that it has personality - and everything isn't matchy matchy. There are lots of colors, textures, surfaces and personal touches. I especially love her use of art!
Great color! I love the sky blue in the kitchen against the view of the city. Can I have the fish now?
Your use of bold colors,personal artwork and eclectic accents seem to indicate that your are a woman with a truly wide range of interests. All of these combine to express a true sense of style and creativity. Well done.
Love love love this place! The colors are fantastic, but I'm even more charmed by the artwork. Any tips on where you've found such cool images? Do you keep an etsy shop of your own stuff?
i like it! It's very creative! It's not to full but not to spacey.
Elizabeth Hope, age 9
I love the mix of old and new! I want the jewelry box, artwork, bookshelf, etc. I could go on and on. I am always scared to use color but it is done so tastefully here. I love the bedroom-bright walls and light bedding--very nice compliment. great place! look forward to one of my own.
Thank you all for your comments!
PhillyLass, I don't have an Etsy shop, but I would love to some day. Thanks for the compliment!
Rachel, this bathroom is marvelous! Love the color! Everything looks so peaceful and inviting, oh yes, and clean, fresh. The bedroom is outstanding. Love the red chair. Great job! I know you enjoy going home! BettyBoo
I absolutely love the vibrant colors displayed throughout your condo. This condo is truely a place to be proud of and the view from the kitchen is phenomenal. I think the art work displayed throughout your place is a great touch to the place and what a great idea you did with the kitchen table and chairs.
the bathroom is adorable...very nice home overall.
Love the green bathroom. The condo shows so much creativity. A mixture of old and new and the view from the kitchen is terrific. Also, I love the way the blue chairs accent the one red chair. Who would have ever thought of that.
Dolly D