Add calmness to any room with an eye-catching color combo: yellow and gray, says designer Elaine Williamson with Elaine Williamson Designs.

“It’s so peaceful and calming --it’s just a really good combination,” says Williamson, adding that white added in can exude even more sophistication.

Need some ideas on how to mix in the color combo?

  • Use gray as a base color on upholstered furniture, such as furniture with espresso-stained wood.
  • Try a yellow throw pillow on a gray sofa.

Do you have a favorite color combo? Tell us what your favorite color combos are when designing a room and send a photo of it to Melissa Tracey at mtracey@realtors.org. Please include your name and contact information.

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