6.01.2010

A Gray Day

Not to long ago my mom decided this was the year she was going to have to face the ugly task of re-carpeting and re-painting my parents house. When she announced this to me, I asked if she considered painting it a color. For a few decades now, my parents homes have been all white. I love all white BUT I thought it might be time for a change.

I finally convinced her gray would be perfect. Still a neutral, but her window casings, crown molding and baseboards would all POP!

So, although she is eager (we all know) the construction zone can be overwhelming and aggravating. I thought a few beautiful inspirational images would help the first day go by a little easier.

Picture via Cottage Living

Picture via Design*Sponge

Picture via Pink Wallpaper


Picture via Sketch 42


9 comments:

  1. LOVE IT! My mom and I havent even tackled that monster yet!

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  2. hey, you KNOW I'm IN when it comes to that color...

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  3. So exciting.. gorgeous inspiration! You've convinced me too :) xx

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  4. I love the gray. Elegant and neutral.

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  5. you have always been the arbiter of elegant good taste mixed with sparkle and wit. thank you.

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  6. Don't forget the pics of Monique Lhullier's house from last year - the whole house is gray!
    Good luck to your mom!
    -elizabeth
    (modern24seven.blogspot.com)

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  7. I'm loving the gray. I'm thinking about putting it in my very out of date master bedroom with some white paneling to add a bit of sophistication. Thanks for the inspiration!

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