Yellow is a risky wall color to use in interior design. If used correctly, it can be uplifting and encourage creativity and confidence….but if used incorrectly, it can create a sense of fragility and anxiety. If you’re going to use yellow on your walls, take great caution in the shade that you choose and observe the type of light that you get in the space before before making your final shade selection.
For this children's playroom, I selected a sunshine yellow to compensate for the lack of natural light in the area.
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Pantone,the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced Mimosa, a warm, engaging yellow, as the color of the year for 2009. In a time of economic uncertainty and political change, optimism is paramount and no other color expresses hope and reassurance more than yellow...especially for Spring.
"The color yellow exemplifies the warmth and nurturing quality of the sun, properties we as humans are naturally drawn to for reassurance," explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. "Mimosa also speaks to enlightenment, as it is a hue that sparks imagination and innovation."
Best illustrated by the abundant flowers of the Mimosa tree and the sparkle of the brilliantly hued cocktail, the 2009 color of the year represents the hopeful and radiant characteristics associated with the color yellow. Mimosa is a versatile shade that coordinates with any other color, has appeal for men and women, and translates to both fashion and interiors. Look for women's accessories, home furnishings, active sportswear and men's ties and shirts in this vibrant hue.
Perfect for the kitchen or family room, painting a wall in Mimosa will add warmth and cheerfulness to any room, especially during the winter months. Mimosa also creates the illusion of being connected to the outside, making small rooms feel open and inviting.
excerpt Pantone press release
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