AboutRebecca Bushner Expertise Specifying paint/coating colors or materials for interior or exterior of buildings including residential and commercial spaces. I also do graphic design & color marketing. I'm the current immediate-past-president of the International Association of Color Consultants/Designers North America (IACC-NA), a former Color Marketing Group chairholder, and an award-winning fine artist.
Experience I've been officially a color consultant for 7 years, a designer and researcher (tableware design) for about 10 years. I have my own color consulting/graphic design business in Arizona.
Organizations IACC-NA: International Association of Color Consultants/Designers, North America.
Publications NAFEM (North American Association of Food Eguipment Manufacturers, Ceramics organizations.
Education/Credentials BA in fine art, MBA, and have taken the full International Association of Color Consultants/Designers seminar course and oral exam.
Question Looking to repaint off-white woodwork - have seen some newer homes that have a dark beige woodwork (almost taupe)(very soft looking) Is this a new trend? Your thoughts on that or bright white? Thanks
Answer Dear Diane
The wood work trends depend on the context and architecture. There isn't one color trend for wood, but several. The main trend I see is one away from the bright orangy-yellow blond oak trim that was popular in the 1980's and 90's. My thoughts? For things that you probably will not change more than every 10-20 years (wood work, counter tops, flooring, etc.) stick with what YOU love, not what is trendy. Trends are for quick-change items: wall color, area rugs, pillows, bedding, slipcovers, etc. Or for people with unlimited budgets!
Cheers,
rebecca
