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Garage Sale (aka Yard Sale) season is almost upon us!

It can become disheartening when it appears as though there is only junk or dated items to be found. But, when you remember that almost anything can be painted, it changes everything!

in the colour zone

February 1, 2011 interior design Comments

There’s a hot new trend in interior design which I absolutely love. Colour Zoning (also referred to as Colour Blocking) is the intentional painting of blocks of colour within a room. It opens up a whole new way of using and defining colour in a space. It’s a great technique to add “punch” to a room without being overwhelming. Colour zoning can add definition, highlight interesting architectural elements, create a focal point, or function as artwork.

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