9 Ways to Liven Up Your Home with Yellow
Designers use mellow yellows, lemons, and deep golds to bring the sunshine indoors.
By Jade Copple
Vibrant colors may seem overwhelming, but stylist Lance Boyd says they can make a space feel bigger. Here he uses a bold yellow sofa and framed artwork as complementary accents.
Designers Suzanne and Lauren McGrath put together this gorgeous dining room with buttery-yellow curtains and bold printed wallpaper. A white bench adds to the light, whimsical feel and provides extra seating for guests.
Neutral furniture and accessories pair well with pale yellows while leather club chairs add a touch of luxury to a homey room.
Make a pop of color the central focus of a room—this yellow patterned rug is the perfect centerpiece.
Photo: Susan Serra CKD, Designer: Angela Min
Regal golds and blues work in combination to add grandeur to a small space.
Photo: Josh Gibson, Design: Phoebe Howard
A warm color palate and clean, simple accessories help create an inviting space.
Photo: Michel Arnaud, Styling: Carlos Mota
When it came time to remodel her Santa Barbara guest house, Oprah called upon the help of her hairdresser Andre Walker and his partner David Simmons to create a cozy and bright atmosphere. Floor-to-ceiling yellows and reupholstered chairs added a warm and sunny feel to the living room.
Photo: Michel Arnaud, Styling: Carlos Mota
The yellow theme extends into Oprah's guest dining room, where a country-inspired stripe motif was hand painted on the walls.
Photo: Michel Arnaud, Styling: Carlos Mota
At her Hawaiian home, Oprah's dining room is full of rich yellows and crisp whites. Subtle patterns—like the striped dining chairs and gingham print curtains—create a sleek and finished look.
Next: 8 ways to decorate with reds, oranges and pinks
Published 11/12/2012
