Interior paint can be used to add punch and vibrancy, or it can be used as a subtle backdrop. We at Color Touch Painting have done plenty of both in hundreds of Bay Area homes. However, contemporary painting contractors and Interior designers often opt for using white paint as a design element in itself. This creates a neutral backdrop for other design elements in the home such as architecture, furniture, art-work, lighting and appliances. In addition, when spaces have lots of glass and panoramic views, a white paint will never clash with that million dollar vista!
Contemporary design is about efficiency, minimalism, clean lines and a subtle white or grey backdrop. We have painted many modernized homes and offices with off-whites, which create a non-conflicting, subtle back-ground for other design elements. Neutral whites create a sense of light and air, and work particularly well in modern spaces with open stairwells and kitchens. Below are some examples of white as a design element In San Francisco Bay Area homes:
