April 13, 2017 — By Marirose Krall  

Thinking Pink

There are quite a few apple orchards near the Design NJ offices. And nothing perks up our commute as much as seeing the apple blossoms every spring. They’re in full bloom right now—acres of trees with delicate pink flowers reminding us once again of all the possibilities that spring brings.

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Now, we’re the first to admit that overdoing pink can be an issue. (Steel Magnolias anyone?) But handled with care, pink can make a chic design statement.

  • Tiny pops of bright color go a long way—the eye goes straight to the bold pink accents in these spaces.

    Photo/interior Left: Décor Aid, Design NJ June/July 2017. Photo Right: Photo: Marco Ricca, Design NJ June/July 2017/Design: Kristina Phillips and Kerri Pilchik, K & K Interior Design

  • Tiny pops of bright color go a long way—the eye goes straight to the bold pink accents in these spaces.

    Photo: Marco Ricca, Design NJ June/July 2017/Design: Kristina Phillips and Kerri Pilchik, K & K Interior Design

  • Using more than a dash of pink takes a bit more finesse, but works beautifully when balanced with another color.

    Photo and interior design: Décor Aid, Design NJ June/July 2017

  • Proportion is important: pink is not the only bold color in this bedroom, but small doses look beautiful against the neutral backdrop (and puppies!).

    Kate Spade Drake Slipper Chair (at left) Photo courtesy of Kate Spade

  • Sometimes all you need is the slightest hint of color to make an impression. The pink tiles in this predominantly gray kitchen are ultra-subtle and ultra-stylish.

    Photo of Absolut Keramika’s “Michigan” tile courtesy of Tiles of Spain

  • Cooking not your thing? This charming, yet sophisticated pink range might change your mind.

    La Cornue Chateau range in color ‘Liberte’ from the Suzanne Kasler Couleur Collection

  • Not one, not two, but three (!!) hits of hot pink offset the reserved colors of the wall, floor and bedding in this space.

    Honeycomb headboard and Stockholm armchair from David Francis Furniture.

  • The color pink is elevated to the urbane when a light shade is combined with the sleek shape of these bar stools.

    Kelly bar chairs from BySwans

Though apple blossom season is, sadly, short, you can enjoy spring-like beauty every day by incorporating a cheerful touch (or more) of pink into your interiors.