Color is often used to make a strong impact or highlight a focal point. It is one of the primary factors most people respond to when experiencing an interior space. A space filled with color—neutrals or bold—may not achieve the desired effect, however, without the addition of texture and pattern. The balanced combination of these elements adds dimension and affects the proportion of a space.
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Texture is the visual or tactile surface characteristic of something, and it can determine the way a space feels to a user. Textured surfaces can be smooth or rough; they can be matte or shiny. Smooth and shiny textures reflect more light and feel cooler. They make objects feel lighter and typically more modern. Rough and course textures reflect the light and feel warmer. They give an object more weight and feel more rustic.
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Each year, PAYETTE embarks on a collaborative effort to make our design services accessible to local communities through the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. This year, we celebrated our 8th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by partnering with 7 local nonprofits:
- Breaktime @breaktime
- Brighton Main Streets @brightonmainstreets
- Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition @masstpc
- The Elizabeth Peabody House @elizabethpeabodyhouse
- Greater Ashmont Main Street @greaterashmont
- Greater Grove Hall Main Streets
- Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts @animalprotectioncenter
To learn more about each of these projects, visit the link in our bio!
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