Nature is an excellent source of inspiration for a color scheme. You only have to look outside your window at the trees in autumn, watch the sky at sunset, or admire a fresh bunch of flowers to see evidence of an analogous scheme in action and register the soothing effect it has on the body, mind and soul. "We look to nature to inspire our palettes and create a seamless transition between the indoors and outdoors", says Angela. "We particularly like to use blue and green to create a calm, serene feel, but layer them thoughtfully, so they don't overpower the design." Perhaps because of their connection with nature, analogous color palettes bring a naturally relaxing and balanced energy to a room. We often associate analogous palettes with colorful hues, but the same approach can be applied to neutrals too. "Using analogous neutrals creates a cohesive design that feels natural and organic and doesn't overwhelm the space with color", says Angela. "To successfully implement an analogous neutral scheme, pick three similar colors and use various shades and tones. For example, in our Curtis Point project, we primarily used creams, tans, and browns throughout this home to replicate the natural beauty of the surroundings", she adds "We created a seamless transition from indoors to outdoors and accented the design with natural textures such as rattan, jute, and lots of greenery."