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Using One Accent Color
For an Open-Space Living Plan

101508_redlight.jpgLofts can be hard to negotiate with: with no walls creating definite areas, it becomes a bit harder to make the space seem cohesive yet multi-functional. One easy solution is to stick with neutrals and then use one bright accent color to tie the room together, utilizing even the littlest details.

 
 

One reason we like this solution so much is that it can be cost effective. Instead of relying on big statement pieces that will cost a pretty penny (i.e. sofas), you can simply use small items like office accessories, lamp shades, throw pillows, etc to connect the designated areas together visually.

Need more examples? Check out this old post of a nearly all-white office with touches of yellow.

[ Photo from Living Etc ]

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I love this idea. It can work in any space.

posted by Monica on October 15th 2008 at 10:06am
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I did this in my loft with orange, and the results were phenomenal.

posted by rhiana on October 15th 2008 at 10:07am
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I'd love to try out the yellow accents, but it seems I've inadvertently already got a head start with red.

posted by MsUnreliable on October 15th 2008 at 11:18am
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Is that an LA apartment? My guess is no...I love those floors!

posted by SydneyBristow on October 15th 2008 at 12:05pm
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I want to know if there's a bed to the left off camera. If so, this apartment has almost the exact same layout as mine except I don't have a dining table. But if I did, that's pretty much where it would go.

posted by charlenemcbride on October 15th 2008 at 6:56pm
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