Color Buzz

The Shades and Colors of Parisian Doors

by Michèle Coppin

 

Tidal Teal 5006 – 8B	Woodlawn Wilson Putty 6006 – 1A	Belle Grove Valley Fog 5003 – 1B	Liquid Jade 5003 – 6B

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.

The Men in Black

Men in Black
Michèle Coppin

Black is:

Stabilizing English Tea Party 6004 – 2C	Strengthening Blackened Pie 5003 – 2C	Authoritative Rogue Blue 5009 - 2
Demanding Semi Sweet 4003 – 2C	Sophisticated Pitch Cobalt 5010 - 2	Powerful Rare Wine 1011 - 9

For a very long time, dying black fabrics was one of the most difficult, expensive and labor – intensive techniques in the production of textiles. In the West, black dye works were extremely important as far back as the Middle Ages. During the 16th century, the aristocracy and the wealthy burghers of Spain and the Low Countries (Northern France, Belgium, Netherlands) wore almost exclusively dark colors, especially black.

The Color of Ties

by Michèle Coppin

Deep Sea Diving 5001 – 8C	Roasted Squash 2006 – 3A	Lyndhurst Duchess Blue 5002 – 5C
Classic Red 1009 - 2	Montpelier Red Velvet 1009 – 6	Bamboo Leaves  3009 – 4

Gentlemen, we at Beehive are well aware of how difficult it can be to identify one’s color preferences. However, good references are hanging in your closet - the color of your favorite ties. Indeed, ties are little palettes - a great source of inspiration when searching that perfect color combination. For walls, a neutral color combined with one or two accent colors.

Brighten Up Your Home With Exterior Accent Colors

by Megan Leblond

Satin Snow 7004-17	Lavish Green 6002-10A	Blue Burst 4008-10B	Purple Cloak 1004-5A

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.

Design Dilemma - Exterior Paint Trim With Red Brick Home

Jekyll Club Cherokee Tan 6008-2A	Shoreline Haze 6008-1B	Sandalwood 6008-2B

Dear Beehive,
Can you suggest paint trim and paint for a red brick home with black/gray roof?  I was thinking of black trim with a beige for the outer walls.  What are your thoughts or suggestions to make our home look great?

Thank you,
Paula A., Burleson, TX

Exterior Colors Harmonize with Nature in Hilton Head

by Michèle Coppin
Lyndhurst Jade 5004-E2	Jekyll Grand Dining Sea Mist 5006-3C	Lyndhurst Castle Sand 5008-1C

Some houses will do anything to stand out – but on the beautiful island of Hilton Head, it is just the opposite. Homes seem to disappear in their surroundings, discreetly tucked in among grand old trees, sprawling bushes and vines. Like giant chameleons, houses blend with Spanish moss and appear only as reflections in ponds.  

Color of the Week - Notre Dame

Notre Dame 5006-1B	La Fonda Antique Red 2002-5A

Springtime brings the perfect opportunity to give the exterior of your home a new look. A soft, gentle gray like this week’s color pick, Notre Dame, provides a clean backdrop for planting green shrubs and blossoming flowers. Try a bold color such as La Fonda Antique Red for the front door and shutters to make a statement, and choose a subtle white or lighter gray for accent colors to create balance.

Color of the Week - Blue Arrow

Blue Arrow 5001-3C	Whitewashed Oak 7006-23	Montpelier Madison White 5008-1A

Looking for an elegant update for your home this season? Instantly transform any space using this week’s color choice, Blue Arrow, on your walls for a more sophisticated take on the spring pastel palette. Pair this gray-blue hue with Whitewashed Oak and Montpelier Madison White for a clean, classic look. Try touches of rich cognac on an accent wall for added warmth and luxury.

And the Winner is...

by Veronique Habermann

Gray Expose 5007-2A	Lincoln White Sash 7004-14

What a night it was! After an endless pass of one gorgeously gowned star after another, Kathryn Bigelow, beautifully dressed herself, wins both awards for best director and best movie. There were a lot of blue gowns—perhaps Avatar influenced? But, here are my favorite dresses of the evening paired with some room ideas and color swatches. 

Travel Series: Fine Art in Ghent, Belgium

By Michele Coppin

If you enjoyed Monday’s post about the architectural beauty of Ghent, then you might also find today’s post interesting as well. One of Ghent's main attractions for tourists and art historians is St. Bavo's Gothic Cathedral. With its 22 altars and mixture of marble and oak, St. Bavo’s is home to the world famous polyptych "The Adoration of the Lamb" also known as "The Mysterious Adam's Apple.”

This Ghent altar piece is one of Belgium's greatest treasures and one of the world's marvels. This monumental master piece (12 feet x 17 feet) is the finest example of Northern Renaissance painting, replete with disguised  mystical and overt Christian symbolism woven into realistically portrayed  figures and landscapes. Unlike the Italians, Northern painters lacking antiquity for inspiration turned to nature which they embraced in all its detail - inventing an early form of hyper realism.

Painted by the Van Eyck brothers in 1432, this exquisite painting consists of 24 compartmented scenes featuring Christ, Mary, St. John the Baptist, angels, bishops, saints, martyrs, Adam and Eve. The imagery is full of symbolism and double meaning.