Anady Candy Interiors

This very contemporary house is situated in a Mediterranean biome on the side of a hill overlooking a small valley; but once inside, color abounds. Huge windows offer a great view, but the colors inside the house always draw the eye back to the accessories. The living room fireplace is fitted with candles and intimate seating with a piano available for entertaining. The dining room is alive with colorful paintings and objects d' arte for the enjoyment of everyone. The master bedroom has a very daring window treatment of three different fabrics and the bath steals the show with its turquoise basin and red accents.

When the decision is made to paint, there is this indescribable itch to do it NOW! But resist the urge, take your time and look at all the various tints and shades of the color you think you want. Bring several of the small swatches home. Paste them up where the light will hit them at all times of the day. When you have narrowed down your possibilities, go buy a quart or two of paint-or one of those great samples that some manufacturers offer for sale-and paint the wall where you can see it on a regular basis.

Coastal living is what many of us dream about and this condo has been beautifully updated to reflect the gorgeous spot where it sits on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Offering a wonderful way to control the California sun, the shutters in the dining nook allow for a room with a view as well. The beachy high window treatments give some added color. Attention to detail, including the ceiling in the small office area gives the feeling of never leaving the beach-even when paying the bills. The kitchen offers lots of work space while allowing the guests to participate with the cook in the preparations.