Warm colors add coziness to any space

It sure is cold outside, and what better way to warm up your space than with color. Warm colors not only help to addas ense of coziness but indeed warmth to a space. From warm oranges, to reds and yellows, warmer tones can help to transform a space that maybe cold and cavernous to one that is warm and inviting.

Here are some of our top tips if looking for ways to infuse warm colors into your space.

DO

1. Do use black. Black is not only a warm color, but one that is neutral as well and can instantly add warmth and depth to a space.

2. Do incorporate color and warmth through your use of artwork. Infusing color and warmth through the use of art can really help to warm a space and adds a finishing touch.

3. Do use small decorative items such as books and florals to bring warmth and color into your home.

4. Do mix warm tones together such as yellow, orange and red, the result can be appealing and cozy.

5. Do use metallics. Brass remains one of the hottest finishes in home decor right now and is a wonderful way to incorporate warmer tones into any room of the home.

DON’T

1. Don’t overwhelm the space with too many warm colors as it may appear to be overly dark or “muddy”, instead sprinkle warm accents throughout a space.

2. Don’t paint ceilings dark, warm colors, this will instantly close in a space and make any space feel smaller. Instead, ceilings should be light and bright, preferably white.

3. Don’t forget accesso- ries. Accessories are an easy and affordable way to infuse warmth into nearly any room.

4. Don’t use too many wood pieces in the same room. Too many will add visual “weight” to a space. Instead, consider mixing heavier wood pieces with those that are lighter such as pieces that are made of glass.

5. Don’t forget to use mir- rors. Mirrors are one of best ways to open a space and can serve as a key design ele- ment. These days frames also don’t have to be generic in nature. Instead of a frame that is plain, why not use one that is painted in a warm color or finished in a warm tone metallic finish.

PHOTOS BY CATHY HOBBS DESIGN RECIPES Orange and yellow tones in artwork help to warm the space.

Accent pieces in rich tones help to add a sense of warmth.