Several months ago I received a call from a new restaurant owner in Buford, GA. He had purchased an existing facility that had been out of business for some time and was now looking to open a new restaurant with an entirely different look. He needed the help of an Atlanta color consultant. Mike had gotten my name from a former client, Erik, who I had helped with a color palette for his restaurant some months prior, but that's another story for … [Read more...]
Is Yours the “Pink House” on the Street?
Earlier this year I received a call from a new Atlanta homeowner who needed the help of a color consultant. The remodeling was almost done, but he couldn't decide on paint colors for both interior and exterior. Here is what I found when I arrived that day: Salmon Exterior - Before While this "salmon" exterior works well with the unchanging elements of the home -- primarily the roof and stone -- it was time for an update. I mean, who … [Read more...]
White Raisin Does the Trick!
I absolutely LOVE doing Atlanta color consultations. It seems that during the fall and winter I do more interior work, while in the spring and summer there is more of a call for exterior consultations. I'm sure this has to do with the weather. Regardless, I have some beautiful before & after pics to share with you today. Superior Pro Painting Company in Marietta uses me as their Atlanta color consultant when they have clients who can't … [Read more...]
Another Exterior Paint Transformation
Several months ago I was contacted by a homeowner looking for an Atlanta color consultant. (He actually found me on Twitter! Another social media success story.) He needed to have the exterior of his house painted but wasn't sure which colors to go with. In the photo below you can see that the original colors for both siding and trim were a creamy yellow: This well maintained 50's ranch is as pretty as a picture, but needs a stronger … [Read more...]
Can’t Decide On Paint Colors? You’re Not Alone
Last weekend I met with the sweetest couple. They had just purchased a new home and were looking to put their own stamp on it. The problem? They couldn't make a decision on a color palette. As I walked into the family room and glanced at the wall, I had to smile. Here is what I saw: Please notice the seven different color samples painted on the wall. As an Atlanta color consultant I see this sort of thing on a regular (almost daily) … [Read more...]