“The best combinations of color – in no matter what color spectrum – have an element of surprise.  This idea of a surprise is an important one.  On entering a room you should think:  how nice, how interesting, and how unusual!”   – Caroline Clifton-Mogg, designer & author.

Designed by Judith Balis, Nest Instinctual Interiors

This weekend, think BOLD – bold color, bold combo, bold ideas.  What changes can you make in your home to break out of your bland rut? 

“Remember to mix, and not necessarily match, colors and avoid mélanges that look too strange or forced.  Choose a color with personality, but make sure it gets along with others.”  – Unknown

Bold kitchen (via Color Solutions book)

So you don't want to be this bold? Just try adding the happy sunflowers in a cobalt vase for a hint of bold!

While you’re busy doing all the things that fill up your weekend, keep your eyes open for design inspiration – maybe even bold inspiration.  Will you find the perfect color combo in the grocery store, at the soccer field, in a department store or on a book cover?  Sometimes it just takes a glimmer of an idea that will grow and develop into a beautiful space.  Go ahead, be BOLD, be SURPRISING!