Why Hire a Color Consultant + FAQ's

Why? For the experience, the results, and the value. A couple of examples...From New England to California

This may have been the fifth or sixth time that we have painted our house over the decades. This time, we decided to seek the advice of a color specialist.

It was definitely well worth the investment. Barbara was confident and, by listening to our hopes, was able to Match our vision with the right colors.

Thank you very much, Barbara. Highly recommended.

Project type

Exterior color design

Barbara selected the colors for my whole house, exterior and interior. Neighbors would stop by to ask about the exterior as they admired it so much and wanted to copy it. The interior was soothing and perfect for the 1912 Craftsman home. It contributed to the rapid sale. Outstanding cost effectiveness.

Project type

Exterior and Interior - Whole house color design

Why Use a Color Consultant? Save Time, Money, Stress, and Arrive at Your Best Colors!

There are so many great benefits a qualified, professional color consultant can bring to your home or workplace design project. A few of them…

  • Save you time and money!
  • A color consultant can help you select the best colors that will work well together and fit your personal space and preferences, and of course your budget.
  • Help you avoid making costly mistakes in selecting (the wrong) colors and painting (often Re-painting).
  • Eliminate the confusion and stress you face, when looking through the thousands of available colors!
  • The right color consultant can help you create a cohesive and stylish space.
  • Have you already selected your colors and just want a “review?” That’s fine also.
  • We’ll most likely suggest some alternate colors to show you.
  • Enjoy the process!

Our services go beyond paint. We’ll consult with you to arrive at the best colors that coordinate your walls, furniture, cabinets, tiles, fixtures, flooring, and more.

An experienced professional has resources for color design information that are typically beyond what is in the ‘popular culture’ that homeowners would access.

Tip: when you allow your professional designer to access their own imagination for your own home, chances are you will be pleasantly surprised.

Exterior colors can include the building, and beyond. We’ll review and, if needed, recommend colors for roofing, shutters, landscape/hardscape/lighting fixtures

The key: Hire an experienced, qualified professional that offers these features:

 When you’re hiring a color consultant, it’s important to make sure they have the right qualifications.

Here are a few things to look for…

  • Some sort of reputable, professional training from a trusted institution. In my case: I’ve been fully accredited by the International Association of Color Consultants/Designers since 1996.
  • Real-world experience working with legitimate clients.
  • A strong portfolio of past work
  • Positive testimonials from past clients and from professional colleagues in the industry
  • Options for digital views, our own Designer Color Palettes of your home’s interior or exterior with new colors applied, before you paint!
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