18 Color Scheme

A particular combination of colors.

A color scheme is a general system for determining the interaction of various hues. It provides a direction for designers to develop specific color palettes. Color schemes can range from simple monochromatic schemes to complex combinations of colors.

Color schemes (and opinions about them) are highly ephemeral, and options about what schemes are popular and in fashion change quickly.

Color schemes can encompass the entire project, be room based, or zoned to just a portion of a project. Even though there are rules in place, the talent in the designer lies in breaking them.

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