This before & after shows the misconception that stark white walls brighten a room. In my experience, white walls work best in spaces that are flooded with natural light. In shadowy rooms and in artificial light, stark white tends to fall flat. This large study was desperately in need of warmth and richness. Even though it had nice wood details, there were only a few windows on one side of the room and it felt cold and grey. To achieve our goal, I created this matte
Venetian Plaster finish, trowelled-on in layers of sunny ochre. Interior Design: Lynn Stoner
For more on the subject of white interiors, read Rachel Perl's article: Full Spectrum: White, Without Light, Does Not Equal Bright
and check out her amazing blog about color, Hue.
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