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How to Live With Color: Designing Homes That Feel Alive

Color has the power to shift energy, evoke memory, and transform the way we experience a space. Yet many homeowners approach it with hesitation, defaulting to safe neutrals out of fear of commitment or overwhelm. At Lauren Reynolds Design, color is not an accent — it’s a language. We use color intentionally to bring depth, warmth, and personality to a home.

Living with color isn’t about boldness on every wall — it’s about intention in every decision. It means understanding how hue, tone, and saturation work together to create balance. A richly layered room might feature a saturated wall paired with quieter furnishings, or subtle neutrals elevated through colorful art, textiles, or trim. The key is confidence and cohesion — allowing color to enhance the architecture and reflect the people who live within it.

Color also tells a story. It can reference travel, heritage, or emotion, grounding a space in something personal rather than trend-driven. When thoughtfully applied, it creates rooms that feel collected over time — spaces that energize when needed and soothe when required.

When color is chosen with intention, your home becomes more than beautiful — it becomes deeply yours.

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