By Robin Lechner Designs December 23, 2013

Unless it's undying love, it's the daring homeowner that uses Radiant Orchid on walls. After all, it's trendy, and what happens next year? Following trends too closely can quickly outdate an interior design scheme. I prefer to think timeless, incorporating color and design trends with accessories.

Pantone and Sherwin Williams recently released their choices for Color of the Year 2014. Radiant Orchid 18-3224 and Exclusive Plum 6263 respectively. And lest we forget Benjamin Moore’s Breath of Fresh Air Blue 806, Pittsburgh Paints joined the fray, naming Turning Oakleaf (ATC-38) as its color for 2014. Directly opposite on the color wheel from purple is its complement - yellow. Turning Oakleaf is described as soft as butter cream yet energetic as sunlight. Pittsburgh Paint forecasts consumers’ use of brighter and positive colors for the new year.

Bring in the new! Thinking of updating your home’s for 2014? Incorporate trends without being trendy. Think timeless instead of trendy. Following trends too closely quickly outdates an interior design scheme. Create timeless design by juxtaposing periods, styles, and materials. The look is seamless and effortless while expressing the homeowner’s sensibilities. The key to remaining current is to tweak existing fashions so the resulting design scheme incorporates elements of new design and technology but isn’t rigid.

Directions for use? For a vibrant look, combine the complementary colors – purple and yellow. For a soft, cool look, use purple and blue. Want something in between? Mix blue and yellow. Need help getting started? Receive a FREE no-obligation 30 minute phone consultation. 305.940.7892 / 631.848.8469