Color Forecast This just in- Pantone’s Colors of the Year for 2021 are Ultimate Gray (17-5104) and Illuminating (13-0647). These two independent colors highlight how different elements come together to support one another. “The union of an enduring Ultimate Gray with the vibrant yellow illuminating expresses a message of positivity supported by fortitude. Practical and rock solid, but at the same time warming and optimistic, this is a color combination that gives us resilience and hope. We need to feel encouraged and uplifted; this is essential to the human spirit,” Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute. Another trending Pantone color for Spring/Summer is A.I. Aqua. It boasts an intense color saturation that works well in digital formats as well as fashion and design. The inspiration for this color is nature, the sparkling crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean; it is sure to make a splash in your home. But Pantone’s choice is not indicative of the other m
Image by Pixabay Spending More Time At Home? Create An Outdoor Kitchen Without Overspending by guest blogger: Curtis Fisher Social distancing protocols continue to leave us spending more time at home than ever before. Because of this, we're still spending as much time outside as possible, especially with warmer temps dwindling. With so much uncertainty around the pandemic, this type of lifestyle will likely spill into 2021. With that in mind, adding an outdoor kitchen to your space is a great way to enhance your time at home in a way that not only boosts your home’s value but significantly enhances your lifestyle. Getting Started Your outdoor kitchen does not have to be anything fancy. You could start with something as simple as a grill and an outdoor cabinet to keep supplies in. As you add accessories to your culinary space, make sure to look online for deals and discounts to help you squeeze every last penny out of your dollars. If you’re fairly handy, you can DIY outdoor cabine