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As 2007 draws to a close, we look forward to new beginnings in the upcomingyear. Theres nothing like a fresh coat of paint to wipe the slate clean and startthe year right. Benjamin Moore helps us do just that with its new paint colorsfor 2008, a soothing selection composed of three lines: Modern Tranquility,Organic Comforts and Pure Opulence. Arizona Home & Design gets an inside

peek at color trends and whats around the corner with the help of Doty Horn, director ofcolor and design with Benjamin Moore.

Returning home, the theme for Benjamin Moores 08 lines, is a response to what Horndescribes as our hurried lifestyle. (We) want to feel at home in any space, she says. Trendsare evolutionary, not revolutionary. They reflect (through color in this case) the major influenc-es of the day. These top 10 colors for 2008 help establish a soothing, relaxing ambiance.

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OrgAnic cOmOrtsThis nature-inspired assortment ofshades is a skillful blend of the out-door world with that of the interior.Where the other (08 series) aremuch more light and airy, this colorpalette is much more earthy, Hornsays. Green, yellow and red is a clas-sic color combination in hospitality

settings, which is used to create anassociation with home they wel-come and comfort. Horn says thecolors connote nature the earth,grass and renewed spring life.

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Reminiscent of an Arizona sunset,this fiery hue brings the outdoorsin. Names of colors in this serieselicit an environmental, nature-inspired theme...more organic andsome historic, Horn says. Just likethe famous Mayflower brought col-onists to the New World, BenjaminMoore paint ships new life intoyour home.

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Taking a cue from nature, the colorbrings both warmth and coolnessto a room, striking an aestheticbalance. Green is here to stay,Horn says.

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A dose of sunshine does the bodygood, and this cheery yellow canhave the same effect indoors,arousing feelings of enlightenmentand clarity . A boost in color canalso up energy levels.


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This rich brown represents miner-als found deep within the earth,its luxurious shade is anythingbut dull.

Pure OPulencePure Opulence represents thecore of the center of the earth, itsraw and pure, Horn says. Theseelegant, deep-toned hues put anew spin on classic colors.

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A burst of cool, this calming bluetone contrasts with the blazingred-hot landscape of the desert.

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Projecting connotations of youth-ful effervescence, this deep-tonedshade looks great on entire walls orjust as an accent. Its spirited coloreffortlessly revives bland spaces.

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French Violet is like discovering anamethyst in the raw, Horn says. Likethe precious gem itself, this shade isnot only exquisite to look at but alsohighly usable and multifunctional.The color pairs well with a variety ofinterior spaces.


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This lightly hued color has slightgreen undertones, perfect for sub-tly highlighting a space.

mOdern trAnquilitYThe collections main motive istranquility, a sense of peace andserenity. The colors seem to beinfused with air, giving one a senseof floating. No color stands on itsown, but rather flows togetherinto one. Relaxing tones wereselected for the warm, comfort-

ing aura they exude.

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Names evoke a color associa-tion with something familiar, yetinspirational, Horn says. As deli-cious as its namesake, Latte iswarm and enticing.

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Heres a more inviting versionof classic gray. Like others in theseries, this soft shade seamlesslymixes with other colors. Its notabout individual color, its how thecolor reflects the mood in contextwith another, Horn says. H&D

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