Decorating | pops of chartreuse

If you were to see my living room in person, its all black, white and gold. I've been thinking of adding some color to the mix but I'm afraid I'll hate it and be bothered every time I see it. On the flipside, if its the right color I may just love it. I don't want to do the usual think, teal or pink. I've been thinking of stepping outside of my comfort zone and adding a wild and bold color. Perhaps something that will transition nicely from summer to fall. On my list, Chartreuse.

Since my sofa is black, I think a pair of pillows like this could be ever so chic. I also love the idea of curtains that are bold, right now mine are black and they are ehh.

drapes

I also love chartreuse seating options...

sofa

image sources: 1- paul costello 2- kelly wearstler 3-domino 4-traditional home 5-pinterest

exotic elegance...decorating with artifacts

I'm all about eclectic elements in the home. I don't really have any in mine, but I can appreciate them when I see them. I grew up with family and family friends from all over the world, so I've always been around interesting pieces of art and artifacts that sparked curiosity and conversation. I was raised Catholic so I always have been drawn to religious figures myself, I even have a cool set of large authentic nun beads. This Atlanta home completely drew me in with all of the African artifacts and cool spiritual figures. The designer, Beth Webb killed it on styling it all and making it look polished and pulled together. Don't you think?

I just love this whole palate. The rich purple curtains hang next to the yellow chair. So rich and luxe.

bookcase style

office main

bedroom snazz

chrome fireplace

dark walls

Each room is complemented so nicely by the exotic influences, but not overly done. Which is key in a space like this. I'm also pretty much enamored by this dark kitchen. Want!

black glam kitchen