Want to add some glamour to your home without going overboard? Consider white and gold decor.

Of course, you don’t want to overdo it and have your home end up like the penthouse of Trump Tower, but white and gold might just be for you if you like sparkly, glitzy and glamorous decor. White and gold decor can take your home from blah to glam while keeping things more on the elegant side of the taste scale. Read on to get inspired by these eco-friendly suggestions to take on this color trend in your space.

Eco-friendly White and Gold Decor

1. Gold Wallpaper

While you might think that gold wallpaper is taking things a little too far–after all, you don’t live in Versailles–give it a second chance. If you pick the right gold wallpaper, you can elevate your decor without looking gaudy. This flora and fauna paper made with water-based inks on sustainably-harvested paper is the perfect example.

2. Metallic Paint

Looking to go bold? Add an accent wall painted with a gold metallic paint. While a whole gold-painted room would be just too much, an accent wall is just the way to make a statement. Try a low-VOC paint like the ones from Metaltech.

3. White Sofa

Imagine this elegantly modern white sofa in a room decorated in white and gold (this would work perfectly with the gold paint or wallpaper previously mentioned). And if you aren’t already convinced, this modern loveseat is eco-friendly, non-toxic, and made in the U.S.

4. Chandelier

Add both glamour and functionality with a chandelier. This one features both modern elegance with vintage appeal in the aged gold leaf.

5. Gold Wall Decals

Removable wall decals are great if you are looking to make a change but don’t want it to be permanent. These gold honeycomb wall decals would be ideal for renters with stark white walls looking to add some gold touches.

6. Concrete Coffee Table

Concrete can be a more sustainable choice for both building and home decor. It is a durable material that can last a lifetime. This concrete coffee table would also make a great addition to your white and gold decor to keep your space from looking gauche. It would also look amazing with some gold-colored ceramics and other knickknacks place on top.

7. Gold Curtains

Finally, don’t be afraid to go for it with these sparkly gold curtains inspired by a disco ball. The key to adding these to your decor is to keep everything else sedate.

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Bring yellow kitchen decor ideas into your space for a brighter and fresher home.

Many people are completely comfortable using yellow for those much-needed pops of color, but not as comfortable using yellow decor as the main color. That’s a darn shame. Yellow has a enough personality to be the star of any room in the house, and especially in the kitchen.

Yellow Kitchen Decor Ideas for Making Yellow the Star of Your Kitchen

1. Yellow Walls

Think outside the kitchen for yellow walls. The key is choose the right yellow for your space. Let your decor style guide you in your choice of wall color. A brighter canary yellow might work better for a more retro kitchen, while a soft buttery yellow might work better for a more contemporary styled kitchen.

Another favorite yellow kitchen decor ideas is to choose a patterned yellow wallpaper to be the focal point of the room. If you aren’t sure about the allover wallpaper impact in the kitchen, choose one wall as a accent wall that can act as the dramatic focal point.

2. What Goes with Yellow? Color Combos to Love!

One way to control color in any room is to utilize color combinations and it’s the same for the kitchen. For a really bold look, combine bright yellow walls with bright pink accents. For a more calming combination, consider a soft yellow table and chairs with pastel turquoise walls. Think about what other colors you like with yellow and how you could incorporate those combinations in your kitchen.

3. Statement Furniture Pieces Always Work

If you aren’t sure about committing to yellow paint or wallpaper, but what to bring more yellow kitchen decor ideas into your kitchen, adding statement furniture pieces is one way to do it. Add pieces individually or collectively! Don’t be bashful about adding color. A painted yellow sideboard and table and chairs could really tie your yellow kitchen together.

4. Yellow Flooring and Rugs

There are two ways we love to bring color into a the kitchen–with a painted floor or with a colorful throw rugs. One solution is definitely more of a commitment, while the other let’s you dabble with incorporating color into your kitchen.

5. Home Textiles That Pop

Another way, and often less intimidating way, to add yellow is with home textiles. From blinds and curtains to tablecloths and cloth napkins, get creative with adding yellow to your kitchen. This is a quick way to adopt any color trend without a whole lot of time and money! Plus, it’s one way that apartment dwellers can add a color trend to their kitchen too.

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Add one of the brightest 2014 color trends to your home by incorporating pops of yellow.

Traditionally, yellow has not been a popular color to decorate with in U.S. homes–it has been more of a common color in European homes. In U.S. homes, when yellow has been used in decor, it is more often used for bathrooms, in the kitchen or for children’s rooms. Yellow has been one of the hottest 2014 color trends though and it can be found popping up all over.

One of the best ways to experiment with 2014 color trends, rather than committing wholly, is to add pops of color. That way you can try out a trend without having to completely redo your decor. In addition, it’s a way to add visual interest and color without overwhelming your decor.

Need some ideas on unexpected ways to add pops of yellow? Read on to learn how to incorporate one of the hottest 2014 color trends.

2014 Color Trends: How to Add Pops of Yellow

• Make an Entrance – Don’t be afraid to go bold by painting your front door a bright yellow. It’s dramatic, but inviting. You can also add pops of yellow in the entrance way by adding a painted yellow bench or painting your coat closet door.
• Accent Wall – Whether with paint or wallpaper, one of designers favorite tricks is to add a color accent wall. It’s a way to add color without overwhelming the room.
• Pile on the Pillows – Not ready to commit to painting or wallpapering? Consider adding pops of yellow with throw pillows. It’s a pretty instant way to add color without a lot of time or effort. You can purchase ready made pillows or make DIY ones yourself.
• Sit on It – If you are ready to commit long term to yellow, then one of the most fabulous ways to do that is with a yellow sofa. Adding a color sofa is fun way to add color and personality to your home decor.
• Wall Art – Another clever idea for adding color is with wall art. Whether with photographs, prints, or DIY or repurposed projects, wall art is a fun way to add color.
• Paint It Up – Painted furniture is a great way to not only add color, but to revive an old piece that needs a little loving attention. Paint a dresser to add yellow to the bedroom or a sideboard to jazz up the dining room.

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Once relegated to kitchens, bathrooms, kids’ rooms and dining rooms, yellow is now a hot home color trend for any room.

From pale yellow to dark mustard and everything in between, yellow is the cool kid on the block right now. It’s versatile, refreshing, and can fit with many home decorating styles—from modern to rustic, traditional, contemporary or whatever your style happens to be.

Yellow pairs well with gray and other neutrals as well as white, cream and off-white. For livelier combos try yellow with aqua, purple, red or pink. And for a more striking and bolder look,  pair yellow with black and white or with navy or other darker blue.

But what if you like the look, but don’t want to commit to paint or wallpaper? Don’t worry, you can get the yellow effect without a full on commitment by adding splashes this color trend to your home. (In fact, that’s a fabulous way to test out a color before committing to painting, wallpaper, or any other more permanent additions).

Throw Pillows

Image: Honey Pie Design

Throw pillows are a fantastic way to incorporate any trend in your home. Toss a pillow on the couch and voila, instant trend. These pretty pillows from Honey Pie Design would do the trick.

Furniture Pieces

Image: Bank and Pearl

Another option is painted furniture, like this gorgeous refinished dresser from Bank and Pearl, or upholstered furniture, like this stunning custom-built antique Louis velvet chair from metrosofa.

Lighting

Image: KOLORIZE

Lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces and other lighting choices are also an option. This vintage ceramic Mid-Century lamp from KOLORIZE would work well in a modern styled space.

Rugs

Image: Ikea

Throw rugs can add a pop of color to any room, like this Moorish-inspired woven rug from Ikea.

Tchotchkes

Image: Carriage Oak Cottage

Home accessories like vases, bookends, candle holders, and mini-statuary are also a low-effort way to add accents of yellow to your living spaces. This cement and stucco ombre vase from Carriage Oak Cottage is a gorgeous example of form, function and color.

Throws

Image: katee textiles

Every home needs a couple of throws for on the backs of couches and at the end of beds. This beautiful woven wool throw from katee textiles would make a stunning addition.

Artwork

Image: 7 Wonders Design

A neutral painted room with pops of colorful artwork on the walls is always a showstopper. This trio of flower and chevron prints from 7 Wonders Design would look stunning on light gray walls.

Windows

Image: West Elm

Try adding yellow curtains or blinds to get your yellow decor fix. West Elm’s canvas chevron curtains make a statement.

Main Image: West Elm

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