The Color You Need Now: Citron

Tria Giovan; room designed by Amanda Nisbet, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Sunny Disposition

“Yellow walls are bound to lift your spirits. Before you pick the shade, decide whether you are looking for zing or Zen."
--designer Amanda Nisbet

Designer: Amanda Nisbet, Amanda Nisbet Design, Inc., 212/860-9133, www.amandanisbetdesign.com.

Kate Phillips, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Nautical

Sea Scroll by Raoul Textiles (to the trade), www.raoultextiles.com.

Pieter Estersohn, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

A Stroke of Color

“Golden yellow can be meek or mild, but leaning against rich, dark walls, this yellow painting really pops.”
―Market Editor Amanda Kathryn Smith

Designer: Nestor Santa-Cruz, SKB Architecture and Design, 202/332-2434, www.skbarch.com.

produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Puff of Yellow

Puff of Yellow (13-5) by Pratt & Lambert, 800/289-7728, www.prattandlambert.com.

Tory Williams, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

A Brighter Shade

“Yellow window treatments enhance the light for a cheerful atmosphere, even on the grayest days."
―designer Amanda Nisbet

Designer: Amanda Nisbet, Amanda Nisbet Design, Inc., 212/860-9133, www.amandanisbetdesign.com.

Kate Phillips, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Woven

Times Square by Thibaut (to the trade), 800/223-0704, www.thibautdesign.com.

Pieter Estersohn, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Brilliant Botanical

“No color is a more welcoming and cheery than yellow. It’s perfect for an entry.”
―Market Editor Amanda Kathryn Smith

Designer: Thomas Jayne, Thomas Jayne Interiors, Inc., 212/838-9080, www.thomasjaynestudio.com.

produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Citron

Citron (74) by Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121, www.farrow-ball.com.

Tory Williams, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Graphic Accent

“Yellow pillows perk up any color chair.”
―designer Amanda Nisbet

Designer: Amanda Nisbet, Amanda Nisbet Design, Inc., 212/860-9133, www.amandanisbetdesign.com.

Kate Phillips, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Textured

Sassari Ikat by Lee Jofa (to the trade), www.leejofa.com.

Michel Arnaud, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

One-Wall Wonder

“Lemony yellow can be extremely strong, but used in moderation, through artwork and one painted wall, it can work beautifully.”
―Market Editor Amanda Kathryn Smith

Designer: Joanie Herring, Joan Jacomini Herring Designs, 713/862-8146.

produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Citrus Tree

Citrus Tree (ML07) by Ralph Lauren Paint, 800/379-7656, www.ralphlaurenpaint.com.

Tory Williams, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Subtle or Striking

“Yellow art can look chic on paler yellow walls for subtlety. Or paint the walls blue or purple to really set it off.”
―designer Amanda Nisbet

Designer: Amanda Nisbet, Amanda Nisbet Design, Inc., 212/860-9133, www.amandanisbetdesign.com.

Kate Phillips, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Stripes

Belton Stripe by Ralph Lauren, 888/475-7674, www.ralphlaurenhome.com.

Michel Arnaud, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Lively Lighting

“Filling a bland corner with a traditional-shaped lamp in a punchy color brings the room to life.”
―Market Editor Amanda Kathryn Smith

Designer: Heidi Friedler, 504/866-5355.

Kate Phillips, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Floral

Aberdeen by Carleton V. (to the trade).

Tory Williams, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Classic Complement

“Combine yellow with another primary color to create contrast and energize a room or table setting.”
―designer Amanda Nisbet

Designer: Amanda Nisbet, Amanda Nisbet Design, Inc., 212/860-9133, www.amandanisbetdesign.com.

William Waldron, produced by Amanda Kathryn Smith

Eye-Catching Collection

“This collection adds a spark to the room without being overbearing.”
―Market Editor Amanda Kathryn Smith

Designer: Dan Carithers, Dan Carithers Design Consultant, 404/355-8661.