Foundation colors are those that serve as the springboard to a color palette, blend well with other colors and provide a “backdrop” for the overall look and feel in any given space.

A cohesive and aesthetically pleasing color scheme is often the result of having the proper color base or the correct foundation from which to create a color story.

Your foundation colors can be utilized as they relate to drapery, upholstery, area rugs, wall colors and more.

Tints, tones and shades of white: White is one of the most popular foundation colors.

Tints, tones and shades of white serve to create a foundation color that can be paired with a myriad of other colors.

Black and brown: Black and brown help infuse a sense of luxury and elegance into a space.

These colors can be dressed up or dressed down.

Try pairing black and brown in the same space or pairing one of these colors with a color pop.

Blue hues: Blue, especially darker shades such as indigo, have emerged as a popular alternative to black.

Blue provides a deep rich, pleasing shade without being as overwhelming as black.

Shades of gray: Gray, whether a light tone or a darker shade such as charcoal, remains more popular than ever.

It is especially popular for those looking for an impactful rich color that can be used on a larger scale in a space.