Crazy for color
Here are some of Mekea Duffy's tips for adding splashes of color and patterns throughout your home:
• An easy way to introduce color is in accessories, such as lamps, pillows, throws, boxes and vases.
• A neutral background with a black, navy or dark gray anchor is a great foundation for color play.
• You can use up to four color combinations within a room if they are repeated throughout the space. "Any variety of orange is a good pop of color," she said.
• Mix up patterns and texture — but be sure large- and small-scale patterns are balanced within a room.
• Don't be afraid to use the same color in different tones within the same room.
• Try mixing warm and cool tones, for example, reds/oranges with blues/greens.
Favorite resources
Retail
West Elm, 3879 Gallagher Dr., Edina, www.westelm.com
Ikea, 8000 Ikea Way, Bloomington, www.ikea.com
CB2, 3045 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls., www.cb2.com
Restoration Hardware, 3670 Galleria, Edina, www.restorationhardware.com
Room & Board, 7010 France Av., Edina, www.roomandboard.com
Mille, 316 W. 48th St., Mpls., www.shopmille.com
Victory, 3505 W. 44th St., Mpls., www.shopvictory.com
Hunt & Gather, 4944 Xerxes Av., Mpls., www.huntandgatherantiques.com
Online
• www.hyggeandwest.com
• www.ylighting.com
• www.fermliving.com
• www.onekingslane.com
• www.etsy.com
• www.canvashomestore.com
Help from the pros
Mekea Duffy has worked with local interior designers Brooke Voss and Alecia Stevens to bounce off ideas, get guidance and advice. "They are a neutral party and have access to deals on furnishings and lighting." she said.
