by Michèle Coppin

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Tidal Teal
5006 – 8B
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Woodlawn Wilson
Putty 6006 – 1A
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Belle Grove Valley
Fog 5003 – 1B
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Liquid Jade
5003 – 6B
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I recently spent a few rainy days in Paris being inspired by the subtle shades of the doors of small glittering cafés and the grand entrances of little palaces.
Continue reading "The Shades and Colors of Parisian Doors" »

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Milestone
6007-1B
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Smoked Oyster
6005-1C
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Churchill Hotel Olive
5008-E2
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Dear Color Buzz,
I am considering buying this home and don't normally like blond brick, although this house has some contrast in it. The picture is not the best, but I would like an elegant look and would like your ideas on exterior paint color combinations.
Thank you,
Tom C., Littleton, CO
Continue reading "Design Dilemma - Upgrade the Look of a Home" »
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Shoreline Haze
6008-1B
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Fairmont Penthouse
Stone 6008-1C
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Lucy Blue
5001-5C
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Hello Beehive,
What would you suggest for the exterior of his house so that it looks more updated? I would like to leave the brick as is.
Thanks,
Sou P., Seabrook, TX
Continue reading "Design Dilemma - Brightening Up a Brick House" »
by Michèle Coppin

Public murals can really jazz up a city, which makes Brussels one of the jazziest cities around with its particularly quirky works.
Most people associate cartoons with characters like Mickey Mouse, Snoopy or Superman. In Europe, however, there is a whole different appreciation for comic strips or "Bande Dessinée” (or BD for short). The undisputed capital of this surreal, absurd and often political medium
officially recognized as the 9th art, is the city of Brussels.
Continue reading "Brussels’ Public Murals" »

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Lake Breeze
5007-7B
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Simply Seafoam
5008-7C
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Aqua Glow
5007-9B
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Dear Beehive,
I want...NEED...to paint the exterior of my house. It has not been painted since it was built 8 years ago (with very cheap paint that has turned to chalk.) Almost my entire neighborhood it tan or beige, but I would like to go more tropical to fit the style of the home. I'm thinking a turquoise or aqua. Any suggestions?
Best,
Irene S., Tarpon Springs, FL
Continue reading "Design Dilemma - Exterior Blues" »
by Veronique Habermann

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Someday
4006-10B
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Acropolis
7005-4
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I grew up in an area of France on the Atlantic coast were houses are white and shutters are different shades of blue, the streets are paved with stones and the flowers are pink. In Europe colored shutters colors have been for used for centuries to give character and beauty to your house. The colors are often determined by regional tradition, but also by the owner's personal interpretation.
Continue reading "International Inspiration: Colored Shutters " »
by Megan Leblond
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Satin Snow
7004-17
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Lavish Green
6002-10A
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Blue Burst
4008-10B
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Purple Cloak
1004-5A
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This past Monday, I happily awoke in Anne and Eve's beautiful and colorful San Francisco home. Their hue-filled decor set the stage for my fist real tour of San Francisco. San Francisco is famous for its colorful Mexican murals and the playfully painted architecture of the District 5 Area. The most famous of these are Haight-Ashbury and The Castro district. The rich heritage of the area, the beautiful flowers and fruit of the place trickle into the residences of the city. The interiors and exteriors enhance the cities natural spectrum to create a cohesive environment.
Continue reading "Brighten Up Your Home With Exterior Accent Colors" »
by Michèle Coppin

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Poppy Petal
2001-1C
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Orange Ice
2005-1C
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Spring is in the air and it's time to venture outside to plant, fix and repair.
After a long winter, my mother's Adirondack chairs and little fish table were looking worn. Inspired by the pretty colors of early spring flowers, I decided to give them a fresh look with a few simple coats of paint.
Continue reading "Freshen Up Outdoor Furniture" »