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KAOne of the most common questions people asked me as a designer was – “how do I use color in my home?”
Hi 👋 I’m Kathy – I designed homes for 10 years and share interior design advice and renter friendly ideas so you can make a home you LOVE 💕 Swipe right to join the tribe!
Most people worry color will make their home feel chaotic or overwhelming. But the real issue isn’t the color itself — it’s that you’re fighting against the light. If you do this one thing, you’re going to change how you decorate forever.
Before you choose a single color, open your compass app on your phone. Your room’s orientation changes EVERYTHING. North-facing rooms get cool, blue-toned light all day. South-facing rooms are bright and warm. East-facing gets harsh morning light but cools down by afternoon. West-facing is golden at sunset but darker in the morning.
So here’s the trick: Think about when you use this room and how you want to feel in it. Let’s say your bedroom faces north and you want to wake up feeling energized. You’re already getting cool, flat light—so if you add a cool blue, it’ll feel hostile. Instead, lean into warm terracotta, peachy tones, or yellow-toned greens. This way you’re creating balance and your space will feel elevated not overwhelming.
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