Quotes from the Judges on Marilyn and Peter's entry:
Jon:"It's a great example of bringing "color" through the pieces you place in the room, as opposed to painting the walls. They've chosen a family of colors that all compliment each other, and I love how it runs through and unifies each room. I could see them being able to switch pieces from room to room and having it all still look great together."
Stephanie:"Marilyn and Peter have welcomed color into their home but at an almost uniformly soft level which I think shows a keen and discriminating eye. In this style, even white very much becomes a color where it may not seem so elsewhere. This home is a perfect example to show those that fear color how the right amount and color palette can still create a soothing and calm effect."
The rest of the winning lineup is below the jump...
Quotes from the judges on Joel's entry:
Allison:"It’s damn near close to that Bronzino green I love so much. It is also clear that all the things (the pottery, the milk container collection, etc.) in Joel’s place are uniquely treasured and have a story to tell—that’s what makes a house a home in my opinion."
Stephanie:"I also like that Joel has balanced the lime green, which can be pretty overwhelming if used incorrectly, with more muted grays and browns in his furniture. There is an overall harmony here that really works to shed positive light on the lime green and to make the place feel personal and comforting."
Quotes from the judges on Geninne's entry:
Kyra and Robertson: "Geninne is fortunate enough to have great views and has thoughtfully chosen earthy colors and organic materials to complement her lush surroundings. Her use use of wood within the kitchen, as well as the living and dining rooms, creates a rustic modern sensibility, particularly when accented by the elements of pure, clean white."
Kate: "The balance of the chosen colors mixed with the natural landscape give this space a sense of joy of life."
Quotes from the judges on Becca's entry:
Vance:"What I like best about Becca's use of color is how she has considered the entire room, and has applied it with control. The green kitchen has just enough green to pop with those silver appliances, and doesn't feel like it is about to run amok and take over the entire space."
Kate:"Living in a space like a basement can be a challenge in multiple ways. Becca choose to use color to define living zones and create various moods throughout. Each area is unique but harmonious as a whole. Also major points given towards working on a budget."
Kyra and Robertson: "We first recognized her for her smart use of green in her kitchen, which was spirited, yet clean. She lived up to the big challenge of working with a windowless basement. The lack of any natural light forced her to select paint colors to define the space and give it life."
-maxwell
It was so much fun to watch the contestants/entries, from beginning to end it was very inspiring. Funny, but looking at the winning pics everything is a variation on green. What's next year's "it" color? I'll have to start painting now... Seriously, though: Love the website!
All I can say is "yuck!" to the first place winner. The room is anemic - a pure example of cookie-cutter post modern contemporary that is out of style. No taste is apparent in that room. It's all "off the rack." I like the kitchen from Mexico. Is this what this site is turning into? Faddishly modern with no taste? Go back to the well, folks.
They are all great! This contest was so much fun, so exciting! Everyone in the finals is so talented with color!
After viewing the winners I really don't understand the 'color' criteria in your choices. #59-Fernanda (Florida) was far more creative in her color palette and provided energy and calm to the eye of the beholder.
I think Olive drank some sour tea on the way to Bitterville.
Congratulations to all the winners. There were so many fascinating rooms to choose from, I'm sure this was difficult for the judges, but I like what they've done.
I think Olive is "GREEN WITH ENVY!"
I'm sorry if you interpreted my criticism as bitter, christine. I thought that's what this forum was for. That's how I feel about the room. I balanced it with my liking for the kitchen - far more creative. No need for petty comments like yours.
Oh - didn't mean to exclude Tess on that one.
If IÂ’m a house-owner, IÂ’d go for the first one in case IÂ’d decide on a make-over. ItÂ’s cool to the eyes. The white walls look so dainty. The green accents matched the natural wood coloring of the furniture. Is it expensive to have this kind of look for my house?
John
Oh MAN I could move right into any of these!! I LOVE them all. Yummmmmy! :)