Punch Up Your Palette

Decorating Editor Lindsey Ellis Beatty transformed a former front porch into a vibrant sunroom with her signature brand of decorating sunshine

How to Add a Wow Factor
Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

How to Add a Wow Factor

1. Don't be afraid to be daring: "I kept a picture of my curtain fabric pinned in my office for a year, wondering if I had the guts to use it in such abundance. Now I have no regrets."

2. Give pink a chance: "I wanted a room that was bold but pretty. Pink is more universal than you might think. Its various shades complement a wide range of other colors."

3. Mix in white: "I always go back to white. It helps separate and highlight fabrics so a room feels cleaner and fresher. I love how color and pattern pop against a blank slate."

4. Blend fabrics fearlessly: "Combine fabrics that have the same color intensity. These brights work well together because they also share a similar funky and fun attitude."


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