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My very own renovation is featured in the latest issue of Preservation Magazine, a publication of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. You can see the entire article on their website here. To see the entire batch of photos of the house, click here.

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Recently Completed Project: Revived Eichler near Stanford University click here to see more photos

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| by Jennifer Ott | I have years of experience working with homeowners on their renovations, but I’ve also spent the past 25 years renovating my own properties. Having stood on both sides of this always-stressful process, I’ve learned quite a bit about what to do — and what not to do. These are my top 10 tips and suggestions for homeowners about to embark on a major renovation. Read the article on Houzz

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| by Jennifer Ott for Houzz.com | Warm colors have been making a comeback in home design in recent years. Previously popular pinks and peaches are now making way for more neutral shades of brown and mauve. Color management company Pantone Color Institute chose a perky peach for its 2024 Color of the Year and is now pivoting to Mocha Mousse for its 2025 selection. Mocha Mousse is a warm and earthy hue that also represents low-key luxury. Here are some ways you might want to use it in your own home.

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This contemporary kitchen I designed a few years ago for a client in Illinois has been deemed "Wicked" by Realtor.com. A good thing! Obviously this pink is a bit hotter than Glinda the good witch pink and the green more acid than Wicked Witch of the West green, but happy to see this fun space get some attention and colorful spaces in general getting some love.

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| By Jennifer Ott for Houzz.com | A curious thing has happened in the past couple of years regarding the paint colors major companies have selected as their “it” colors of the year. During my 10 years of reporting on the various Colors of the Year chosen by these companies, the collected selections often diverged, tending to resemble an assortment of crayons in a crayon box rather than a cohesive theme. But recently there’s been a near consensus among paint companies on what they predict will be the top color trends in the coming year. Read the rest of the story on Houzz here

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"Jennifer Ott, Architectural Color Specialist at Jennifer Ott Design shares her insights on color palettes. 'Stick to harmonious color schemes, favoring near-monochromatic or analogous palettes with neutrals and adjacent colors on the color wheel. Opt for soothing hues like watery blues or silvery purples such as Ocean City Blue from Benjamin Moore or Vanity from Behr. Alternatively, create a cozy atmosphere with deep, grounding tones like navy blue or dark tobacco found in Evening Dove from Benjamin Moore or Urbane Bronze from Sherwin-Williams. Consider incorporating colors inspired by nature, like leafy greens or earthy taupes and terracottas such as Leaf Bud from Valspar, Desert Dune from PPG, or Red Earth from Farrow and Ball...'" Check out the full article by Julia Weaver for Redfin

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| by Jennifer Ott | Color management company Pantone Color Institute announced its selection for 2024 Color of the Year and it’s a soft shade of orange dubbed Peach Fuzz. It’s quite a pivot from its choice for 2023, the spicy Viva Magenta, and it also stands in contrast to the near-consensus of saturated blue hues chosen by many paint brands as their 2024 paint colors of the year. Let’s take a deep dive into Pantone’s surprising selection. Read the rest of the article here

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| by Jennifer Ott | Every year we track and profile the various Color of the Year selections made by major paint brands. Usually there’s little consensus on what the hip hue for the new year will be. But every so often there’s a bit of agreement. And this is one of those times.

Clearly, blue is about to have a big year in 2024. Six out of the 10 companies featured in this article chose a shade of blue for their 2024 Color of the Year selections. The remaining colors run the gamut from dark and moody to warm and welcoming. Let’s take a closer look at the paint colors you’re about to see a lot more of.

Cabinetry color is Thermal from C2 Paint. Just one of the paint color selections for Color of the Year 2024. (photo courtesy C2 Paint)

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| by Jennifer Ott | 7 Paint Colors Set to Be Big in 2023 Unlike with last year’s near consensus on shades of green as the Color of the Year, the major paint companies’ 2023 selections are more of a mix. But these colors all seem to fall into one of three categories: soft neutrals, warm pink shades and rich, deep blue-greens. Let’s take a look at the paint colors you can expect to see more of in the coming year.

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| by Jennifer Ott | Pantone Chooses a Vibrant Magenta for 2023 Color of the Year Pantone opted to go bold with a lively red called Viva Magenta. Here’s a look at how you can use Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year in your home.

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| by Jennifer Ott | A lot of paint brands chose a shade of green for their 2022 Color of the Year selection, and many people speculated about whether Pantone Color Institute, the color standards management company, would join the pack. But Pantone went in a completely different direction for its 2022 Color of the Year, choosing a pretty purple-blue it thinks will take off in the coming months. Here’s more about the color Very Peri and suggestions on how you can use it in your own home. Read full story on Houzz

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| by Jennifer Ott | If you’re a fan of fun color but struggle with how to incorporate it into your home, I’ve got three words for you: as you enter. I adore vibrant colors, but even I don’t want to spend hours lounging in a living room painted neon yellow. However, a fun splash of yellow greeting me when I enter and sending me off when I exit would brighten my mood every time I pass through. Here, I show 10 bold colors that can achieve a similar remarkable experience. Click to read the full story on Houzz

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| by Jennifer Ott | Green is about to be seen — everywhere. Most major paint brands picked a neutral green as the color they think will define 2022. If you happen to like any of these hip hues, this year will be a good time to update your home, even if it’s in small ways. That’s because these paint color picks mean that green will also soon be everywhere in home furnishings, so it’ll be easier to find items in these shades, if you happen to be a fan. Click to read full story

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| by Jennifer Ott | I often recommend bold, vivid colors in a home, and yellow is one of my favorites. Most people use it in small doses, as an accent that pops against mostly white walls or other features. So a question I typically get is, what is the best white to pair with a bold yellow? Here I gathered inspiration photos that showcase a range of spaces that stylishly use yellow and white together. Plus I included specific yellow and white paint colors to test in your own home. Read the full story on Houzz here

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| by Jennifer Ott | Neutral tones of white, gray and beige continue to reign supreme when it comes to kitchen color trends. But I would argue that the next most popular color is blue. Whether channeling a tropical getaway with a vibrant watery blue or keeping it classic with navy, there are many shades of blue to choose from, and different ways to incorporate the color as a kitchen accent. Here are some of my favorite blue paint colors and areas to use them. Click to read the rest of the article on Houzz

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| by Jennifer Ott | We recently shared six ways to add a dash of yellow to an otherwise light and neutral kitchen. Next up: shades of green. Green can be so many things: soothing, lively, bold and reserved. If you’re looking to use this organic hue in your space, here are nine dynamic green paint colors to consider. Click to read the full article on Houzz

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