Furniture Files

Contemporary Bar Stool

The color trend for this year that I am most excited about is purple! Why? Because it is my absolute favorite color! Look for this rich, regal shade in 2009 as an accent color - in red-violet and plum. Also, look for shadowy  grayed-violet to be used as a soft neutral.

Purple Studio Task Chair

Purple will be popular in 2009 as an accent in bedding sets, living room furniture, and, as you can see from the photos, even office furniture and bar furniture!

Kid's Bedroom with Yellow Bedding and Paint

According to the Color Marketing Group, a leading association of color design professionals, yellow is the hot color of 2009.

With the economy in steep decline, worried consumers are looking for a way to bring optimism and hope into their homes. And what color is brighter and sunnier than yellow?

With the inauguration of President Obama, we have ushered in an energetic new era. Yellow represents that fresh revitalization, and the change to come.

Look for paint, furniture, and bedding to reflect this warm hue this year.

Warm and Sunny Outdoor Furniture