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COLOR ME HAPPY Homeowners are choosing bold hues for the ultimate cabinetry facelift. Written by Brandy Woods Snow Photography by Dustin Peck
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hite cabinetry has long been the top choice for many homeowners because of its ability to complement any decor and to imbue light into a room naturally. But if quarantine has taught us anything, it’s that our homes should be our happy place—a welcoming landing spot full of warmth and vitality. And what better way to infuse life into a space than with a bold pop of color? Kristie Knorr of Impact Design Resources says that when clients are looking for ways to make a statement in their home,
she encourages them to embrace color. “A lot has been written about color therapy and the emotions evoked by certain hues. We talk with our clients about making their home a place that does more than just tell their style story. Your home should make you calm and happy, especially when you spend so much time there.” While Knorr and her team have long been selecting shades of grays and blues for cabinetry, they are now seeing homeowners leaning toward bolder choices, in and out of the kitchen. “If homeowners are reluctant to go totally bold in the kitchen, choosing a stronger option for the island while keeping the perimeters neutral is a terrific way to add a big splash of color
84 HOME DESIGN & DECOR CHARLOTTE | OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020
