Interior color consultants promise to end homeowners’ paint paralysis and prevent costly mistakes. How do virtual services compare to in-person consultants?

You're ready to give your home a refresh. Maybe you've been staring at greige office walls for far too long, or you're moving kids into their own rooms or just want a new color for your living room.

The notion of “throwing shade” has a whole different meaning for Betsey Dempsey, and it’s not an insulting one. The native and current resident of Shelburne is the sole proprietor of Color Concepts.

Tucked away beneath the house is a room that may not get the same stylistic attention as spaces like bedrooms and living rooms, but certainly deserves it. Basements are often neglected spaces where ...