What’s Your Hue? Home & Garden Party Says Color, Contrast among Trends

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RISMEDIA, April 1, 2008-It is the spring season, a time when flowers are in bloom and the sun’s shine is brighter. Ideally enough, “bloom” and “bright” are also words that could describe home design trends this time of year. According to Jeff Floyd, director of product development for Home & Garden Party, individuals use the season’s change to incorporate fresh decorating styles in their homes.

“At the start of the year, people were thinking about their resolutions. Now that spring is here, people are more along the lines of renewal, and a lot of that begins in the home,” Floyd said. “As the talk of interior design gets more popular, and since April is National Decorating Month, Home & Garden Party is offering tips on some of the best trends erupting this spring season.”

The following are design trends people can take note of, Floyd said:

Contrast, Contrast, Contrast - Opposites definitely attract when it comes to colors, Floyd said, noting the popularity with bold colors mixed with subtle colors. Many people enjoy using black and white as their color scheme; sky blue and chocolate brown are also complimentary mixes.

Tropical Punch, Anyone? - Tropical Punch a great palette for your wall and design accessories. Bold, juicy shades and tones like cherry red and citrus oranges and yellows are a great way to brighten a room.

Bring it Back to Earth - There continues to be a focus on organic, natural, recycled and environmentally-friendly decorating products. The use of earth-minded colors, such as browns, greens and blues are also of interest.

The Simplicity of White - Many people use white to balance other colors in their home. And, it’s not just for paint on the walls. The use of white in candles, lamps, pillows and even area rugs bring a nice touch of purity and freshness to a room, Floyd added.

For more information, visit www.homeandgardenparty.com.

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