Hue Are You? with Vicky Serany
A weekly blog series exploring different creatives' views on color and its use in interiors, art and design. We will dive deep into their obsessions with color. How and why they use color. You will get to know their stories and you may even gather some tips for using color in your own home. What is better than learning from the experts!
Designer Spotlight: Vicky Serany
Vicky is an interior designer from Cary North Carolina. She is the, Founder + Principal, of Southern Studio.
Vicky uses fresh combinations of texture, pattern, and color to create luxury interiors that meet the needs of each client. By paying attention to every detail of a project, she is able to meticulously transform the design vision into reality. Her inspiration comes from the beauty in everyday life and travel to fascinating places. Vicky’s extensive work in residential design and new home construction has earned her awards both locally and nationally. Vicky is an Allied Member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and lives in Cary with her husband, Dan. This empty nest mom jumps at the opportunity to spend time with her two grown children. When she’s not creating inspired interiors, Vicky enjoys spending time at the beach, sharing a bottle of wine with close friends, and exploring new adventures on her bucket list!
Let’s learn about Vicky’s view on color …..
Susan Jamieson: What one color represents your design style?
Vicky Serany: Texture. It’s not a good color answer, but I love almost any color when it includes layers and layers of texture.
SJ: Do you use color as a dominant role in your designs or as an accent?
VS: Accent. A combination of neutrals combined with a splash of color is always a win!
SJ: How do you feel about matching colors in a room?
VS: It’s all about the layers. A room layered with color is always evolving! Carefully combined color values and intensity add interest to a space without being boring.
SJ: What color represents your personality?
VS: Sapphire Blue. Always striving to be sincere, enthusiastic, and compassionate.
SJ: What color comes to mind when you talk about:
Your favorite city: Charcoal Gray
The house you grew up in: Creamy White
Last fabulous dinner you had: Caramel
Your favorite flower: Blush Pink
Your favorite season: Fern Green
Your favorite piece of art: Sea Blue
Your favorite room in a home: Amethyst
Your favorite beauty product: Crisp White
Your favorite article of clothing: Classic Black
SJ: Name a color you never use?
VS: I prefer to never say never, but orange is a color we rarely use. It’s a stimulating color and a little bit goes a long way.
SJ: Name a color you use frequently?
VS: Steel Blue. It’s universally loved and adds peace and calm to a room.
SJ: If you could pick a name for a color what would it be?
VS: Peace. It would be the perfect soft and creamy neutral that brings calm to a space.
SJ: Do you have a pet? What color reminds you of him/her? Do you have a nickname for this pet?
VS: Our all-black rescue pup, Captain Morgan, is always up for adventure.
SJ: What is the now Neutral?
VS: Winter White. It’s soft, serene, and can be layered with a multitude of hues.
SJ: What is your prediction for the next big color trend?
VS: Rich colors like emerald green, peacock blue, and tuscan gold.
SJ: What are the best color combinations?
VS: Right now, I’m loving the combination of sapphire blue and amethyst layered with lots of creams and beiges.
SJ: Best advise when it comes to picking paint colors?
VS: The appearance of a color is affected by surrounding colors. Always consider colors in adjoining spaces as you begin to develop your color palette.