Canadian Home Trends Colour & Trends 2014 | Page 114

Staging Tips: working with colour brought to you by www.resa-canada.org www.realestatestagingassociation.com Designed by Jill Gargus Simply Irresistible Designed by Joanne Abrahams Rave Re:View Staged living spaces with neutral backdrops need not be bland and boring. Strong pops of colours in the soft furnishings, wall art and accessories can all be used to beckon buyers. Designed by Nella Deluca Nella Casa Bella Working with neutral wall colours is like an artist working with a fresh canvas. Much like an art gallery, neutral walls are a great place to showcase oversized art pieces. Contrary to popular belief, an art piece does not have to include all of the colours in your room’s colour scheme. It should stand on its own, while complementing the room. In this bedroom the art piece provides visual interest while complementing the nature-inspired colour scheme. When working with a space that already has a lot of colour on the walls, keep coloured accents to a minimum and choose a colour palette that will complement the bold colours without overwhelming the space. Designed by Wendy Tomm Beyond the Walls Homeowners who love colour but want their home to appeal to the greatest amount of buyers should keep their walls and flooring as neutral as possible. Add colour in a space with furniture, wall art, and accent pieces that tie one room to the next. Embracing bright, bold colours can occasionally highlight and amplify the mood in a room as is the case here where the theory is reversed with a bright red wall that works well with neutral flooring, cabinets, furniture and décor.