Whitewashed Architecture

December 16, 2009 · 0 comments

in Design

Something I’ve noticed lately is the lack of color in modern buildings.  Its almost as if modern designers are paraphrasing Henry Ford, “you can choose any color you like, as long as it’s white.”

(Oomen Architecten)

(Oomen Architecten)

Take this home by Oomen Architecten.  I love the home and the design…its fantastic!  But, the interior is all white.

(Oomen Architecten)

(Oomen Architecten)

I don’t mean to pick on this one home because I have seen a number homes and commercial spaces in all white lately.  Architects dress in black, design in white, and are trying to be green.
  Why are we so afraid of color?

Now, I’m not the greatest at color, which is why I call my favorite color consultant when I want to step out of my comfort zone.

And, I’m curious, do these architects have children?

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