In the Southwest, we have always had terracotta colored tiles. Even with wood everywhere, there is still plenty of saltillo tile around! So when Sherwin Williams named their NEW color of the year it was nothing NEW to us! Now as fall approaches with cooler weather, the warm color is perfect – from September through Thanksgiving – to bring in a palette that expresses an invitation to sit by the fireplace and enjoy a warm drink.
Contemporary design is IN right now but you can warm it up with this color in small accents – a velvet chair, a textured pillow or a rug. Contemporary furniture has cleaner lines with matte finish metals, terracotta adds a new look with these elements.
Whether you are adding color and texture to a contemporary home or to a transitional style, the warm autumnal color will get you started. There are many hand loomed pillows online in every style and color possible. The color is a great addition to gray, blue and cream color schemes. Consider adding a throw and voila! You’re ready for reading by the fire or inviting friends over to catch up on the latest!
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