Martha Stewart - 5 Paint Colors to Never Use in Your Living Room, According to Interior Designer →

Thank you to Martha Stewart and Blythe Copeland for this feature—I’m so excited to share my insights on creating warm, inviting spaces with your wonderful readers!

“You absorb energy from your room, and color matters,” she says. “There are many colors other than gray that work as a neutral base. These will bring energy, vibrancy, and warmth to your living room. Think creamy beige, warm blues and greens, caramel-y browns, or rich jewel tones.”

Skip cool white in favor of a neutral with depth and personality. “If you want that ‘gallery’ look and love all-white walls, then be sure you choose a white with warm undertones,” says Watts. “Whites with gray or blue undertones will make your space feel stark. Instead, look for a neutral with some cream or beige that feels warm and welcoming.”

Photograph by Emily Minton-Redfield.

Read the full article by Blythe Copeland here.

Homes & Gardens - 5 colors to decorate with in July 2024 according to designers, for a summery feel inside the home →

5 colors to decorate with in July 2024 according to designers, for a summery feel inside the home

Written by Emily Moorman

Check out Number 3 Sunset Colors….. Click Here for All Trends!

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'When I think summer I think in reds, yellows, pinks, and oranges,' says interior designer Nadia Watts. 'Bright, saturated colors that remind me of the sunset over the lake; warm tones that evoke long summer days.'

For Nadia, summer color inspiration comes from the slower pace of life during these months, turning to nature and reflecting this indoors through vibrant, warm hues that feel uplifting.

'July brings a sense of freedom: school's out, work slows and family comes together. I am inspired by the slower pace of summer, it reminds me to take a moment to step back and appreciate the natural world around us. Pulling colors from nature has always been a special source for me, and what better time to do that than in the height of summer.'

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Homes & Gardens - Summer color trends for 2024 – 10 sunny shades interior designers can't get enough of →

Summer Color Trends for 2024 – 10 sunny shades interior designers can't get enough of

Written by Emily Moorman

Check out Number 4 Celestial and Metallic Colors….. Click Here for All Trends!

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'Celestial and metallic colors are in for summer,' observes interior designer Nadia Watts. 'Using metallics and striking colors is a great way to add dimensions and excitement to your space without having to redesign your entire space.'

'When you incorporate bold color, you can use it sparingly and still get a big “wow” factor. Already have a blue color story? Add a pop of metallic cobalt. Starting with a green scheme? Bring in a celestial citrine.'

'Layering color on color in different finishes creates depth and interest and elevates your color story throughout.'

Homes & Gardens - Designers say these are 5 of the most difficult paint colors to decorate with – here's how to make them work →

Designers say these are 5 of the most difficult paint colors to decorate with – here's how to make them work Written by Emily Moorman


What Are The Most Difficult Paint Colors To Decorate With? Check out All Five HERE

Dark Jewel Colors

“Decorating with jewel tones often seems like a bold move, but if sophisticated and dramatic is the goal, these dark tones are a winner.”

Photographer: Nickolas Sargent

Homes & Gardens - 5 LUXE SHADES AND HOW TO INCORPORATE THEM INTO YOUR HOME →

From rich jewel tones to neutrals, these colors add a sense of luxury to home decor.

Color plays a hugely important role in setting the mood and tone of a room. Indeed, the right color choices can set you on your way to mastering a sense of luxury, no matter what decorating style you favor.

Thank you Homes and Gardens and Emily Moorman for featuring our Jeweled Gallery from this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House in West Palm Beach, FL!

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(Image credit: Susan Yeley Homes/photography Sarah Shields, Nadia Watts Interior Design/photography Nickolas Sargent, Hanna Li Interiors/photography Jess Isaac/styling Kate Flynn)

Luxe Source - Kips Bay Palm Beach 2024 Colorful Interior Design →

8 Colorful And Vibrant Spaces From Kips Bay Palm Beach 2024 -See All 8 HERE

Jewel Tones Meet Colorful Accents

Photo: Nickolas Sargent Photography

A 28-foot custom rug by Retorra greets visitors to this lively entry room dubbed “Jeweled Gallery” by Nadia Watts Interior Design. The rug’s center medallions are modeled after an oval brooch from The Tiffany Archives. Jewel tones adorn the walls and ceiling, the latter of which is covered in a Porter Teleo wallcovering that was handmade for the room. Serving as the official art curator for several of the show’s designers, Singulart provided original art pieces like the vibrant pink painting by Gary Komarin above the sofa. Together, the room explores the interplay of color, from bright to muted to everything in between.

New York Design Center - Inside the Room with Nadia Watts →

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EDITORIAL FEATURE “Inside the Room” with Nadia Watts

Dive inside Nadia Watts' 2024 Palm Beach Kip's Bay Show House Room! Take a closer look at the front loggia and gallery entrance and hear about the process from Nadia herself! 

Read HERE

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Washington Post - Warm up to a more colorful home with these tips written →

Warm up to a more colorful home with these tips written by Sarah Lyon

I shared with Sarah my approach for selecting paint colors:

“Say you are done with gray and ready for a change,” Watts says. “Gray typically has a cool undertone, so start looking at blues that have a little bit of green in them. You can always go lighter or darker on the spectrum, depending on how dramatic you want your room.”

Click here for more tips and to read the full article