6.02.2009

A Gray Backdrop

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From Russell Lewis and Gemma Ahern's fabulously eclectic London area apartment, via The New York Times...

Don't the colors in this home pop so dramatically against the slate gray walls? I am very tempted to replicate their living room color scheme in my master bedroom. My walls are already painted the right color, and I have the yellow armoire... all I need are some creamy, textured elements and one standout florescent pink accent. Like maybe this guy?

FYI, according to the article, the paint color is Farrow and Ball's "Drain Pipe."

(All images via The New York Times)

10 comments:

anna and the ring said...

I think I'm having a stroke I love this so much!

Jen Lula said...

Ooooh I love the pink and yellow against the dark gray. I have my dining room painted that color. Maybe I need to step it up a notch with some color like this room. So great!!!

OmnisLucis said...

Maybe not in a London flat, the city doesn't get much light to start with so the interiors are dark, but the color combo is ingenious and would look awesome in an appartment with ample daylight!

bananas. said...

ahhh this is sooo me. my guest/dressing room is painted a similar gray and i'm in the process of revamping it up with splashes of color so good inspiration is always needed. you must get the pink pig!

xoxo
mayra

avant garde design said...

i just painted my living room a moody grey and the ceiling a darker grey, looks stunning. i love how they have offset all of that grey with those punches of bright, vibrant color. it perks up the grey. great post. i found your blog through the deco detective's blog :)

Amanda said...

I love gray. But, I really love that window seat!

BonBon Rose Girls Kristin said...

Love that first pic! The color of the walls offsets that yellow pic perfectly!

HAZEL AND HUNTER said...

wow, this is amazing!! makes me want to redo my entire place!

Jamieofalltrades said...

I would think gray would be too dark but they've all added great pops of color.

Jules said...

omg, i LOVE all of these rooms. must try this at my new apt in the fall.

love your blog and congrats on the engagement!!